2020 Manitou TMT55XT Diesel

2020 Manitou TMT55XT Truck Mounted Piggyback Forklift – Hours 670 – Category: Truck Mounted Piggyback Forklift

Serious buyers looking for a dependable, field-proven truck mounted piggyback forklift will appreciate this 2020 Manitou TMT55XT. With just 670 operating hours and a diesel powerplant, this Manitou model delivers the right blend of capacity, reach, and maneuverability for material deliveries and on-site handling. Offered by NLEQ, a trusted leader in used heavy construction equipment, this TMT55XT has been carefully tested and inspected so you can purchase with confidence. Inventory reference NLEQ# 147860. Priced at $29,875.00.

Overview

The Manitou TMT55XT is a purpose-built truck mounted piggyback forklift designed to ride on the back of your truck or trailer and go wherever your load goes. Once you arrive, the forklift quickly dismounts and gets to work, letting your driver unload and place materials exactly where they’re needed—without waiting for site equipment. Key working features on this unit include diesel power, Side Shift, 5500# Capacity, 132" Lift Height, a 135" Telescopic Boom with 52" Horizontal Reach, and Four Directional Steer. Together, these capabilities make the TMT55XT an efficient, versatile, and jobsite-friendly solution for building materials, roofing, masonry, lumber, and other delivery-intensive operations.

Specifications

• Year: 2020
• Hours: 670
• Make: Manitou
• Model: TMT55XT
• Category: Truck Mounted Piggyback Forklift
• Fuel Type: Diesel
• Side Shift
• 5500# Capacity
• 132" Lift Height
• 135" Telescopic Boom
• 52" Horizontal Reach
• Four Directional Steer
• NLEQ Inventory Number: 147860
• Price: $29,875.00

Condition

This used 2020 Manitou TMT55XT shows 670 hours and has been carefully tested and inspected by NLEQ prior to listing. NLEQ is known for providing accurate, honest, and reliable information about every machine offered for sale. Buyers can expect a clean, work-ready truck mounted piggyback forklift with the documented features and specifications listed here. Connect with our team to discuss inspection findings, service history available to NLEQ, and any additional details you need to make an informed purchase decision.

Advantages and what the specs mean in real work

• Diesel power: Diesel delivers strong low-end torque and consistent performance in demanding delivery environments. For a truck mounted piggyback forklift, diesel provides reliable power for climbing grades, working on uneven surfaces, and handling heavy pallets, while offering fuel availability that aligns with most fleet operations.
• Side Shift: Side Shift helps the operator nudge the carriage left or right without moving the whole machine. That precision translates to faster unloads, fewer pull-ups, and safer placement along trailer edges or tight jobsite spots. It’s particularly valuable when aligning forks to pocketed pallets or when working on narrow driveways where repositioning the forklift is difficult.
• 5500# Capacity: With 5500# capacity, the Manitou TMT55XT covers a broad range of delivery materials, including bundles of lumber, shingles, plywood, drywall, brick, block, and many packaged building products. This capacity gives you the confidence to handle typical full pallets without splitting loads, helping keep delivery schedules tight and on time.
• 132" Lift Height: A 132" lift height offers ample vertical range for loading and unloading standard trailers and staging materials at elevated positions on site. The ability to clear trailer decks and safely stack within that height envelope supports efficient yard operations and organized staging near the point of use.
• 135" Telescopic Boom: The 135" telescopic boom provides the ability to reach out and place loads where straight-mast units often cannot. Whether you’re reaching into the center of a flatbed, over a curb, or across a small obstacle, the telescopic design is about keeping the truck in a safe position while the boom does the reaching.
• 52" Horizontal Reach: The 52" horizontal reach enhances loading/unloading flexibility, particularly when you cannot get perfectly parallel to the drop point. In practice, this reach helps you clear fenders, place bundles on the far side of a trailer, or set materials just beyond the curb without moving the truck.
• Four Directional Steer: Four Directional Steer improves maneuverability by letting the forklift move in multiple steering modes, including directional changes that make handling long or awkward loads more practical. For long materials like siding, trim, or steel, four-directional capability reduces three-point turns and allows controlled lateral movement, making tight sites less of a challenge.

Applications

As a truck mounted piggyback forklift, the Manitou TMT55XT is engineered for delivery-focused operations where self-sufficient unloading is critical. Typical users include building material suppliers, roofing distributors, lumber yards, precast and masonry suppliers, industrial supply houses, and contractors who need a reliable machine to move palletized loads from the curb to the exact drop location. The diesel-powered TMT55XT is also a smart fit for rural deliveries and off-pavement sites where power and traction are essential. Side Shift speeds up pallet alignment in congested spaces. The 135" telescopic boom with 52" horizontal reach allows placement beyond obstructions, and Four Directional Steer assists with negotiating narrow alleys, cul-de-sacs, and busy job entrances. The 5500# capacity and 132" lift height cover day-to-day delivery tasks on residential and commercial projects alike.

Ownership value

Investing in a 2020 Manitou TMT55XT truck mounted piggyback forklift aligns with the needs of fleets that prioritize uptime, reliable parts availability, and broad operator acceptance. Manitou is a widely respected brand in the truck mounted forklift category, and the TMT55XT configuration is known for practical features that improve jobsite productivity. The diesel powerplant suits long workdays and remote locations. Side Shift helps reduce time per delivery, and Four Directional Steer lets crews work confidently in space-constrained sites. The telescopic boom and horizontal reach make placements more precise, which can reduce material handling damage and the rework costs that come with it. With 670 hours on a 2020 model, you are looking at a machine that aligns with modern performance expectations while avoiding the steep depreciation of new equipment. For many operations, a used Manitou TMT55XT at this price point frees up capital for trucks, trailers, and inventory—without sacrificing the capabilities needed to keep deliveries fast and professional.

Why this TMT55XT stands out

• Year and hours that make sense: 2020 model year with 670 hours signals a machine that has been in active service but not overworked, giving buyers a practical balance of modern design and remaining service life.
• Spec package built for delivery efficiency: Diesel, Side Shift, 5500# Capacity, 132" Lift Height, 135" Telescopic Boom, 52" Horizontal Reach, and Four Directional Steer combine to handle the wide variety of loads and sites common in construction materials distribution.
• Trusted brand: Manitou’s reputation in truck mounted piggyback forklifts adds confidence for owners, operators, and fleet managers alike.
• Work-ready price point: At $29,875.00, this used Manitou TMT55XT offers a compelling value for buyers wanting dealership-level vetting without the new-equipment premium.

Why buy from NLEQ

NLEQ is one of the top leaders in selling used heavy construction equipment. Every equipment listing on NLEQ is carefully tested and inspected before being offered for sale, ensuring buyers receive accurate, honest, and reliable information. When you contact NLEQ about this 2020 Manitou TMT55XT truck mounted piggyback forklift, you engage a team that understands real-world delivery, material handling demands, and the specific advantages of models like the TMT55XT. We provide clear specs, transparent details, and a professional, no-pressure approach focused on matching the right machine to your operation. If you need help evaluating fit for your fleet, our experienced team can discuss the machine’s capability relative to your loads, routes, and jobsite conditions.

Next steps

Ready to move forward on this used Manitou TMT55XT truck mounted piggyback forklift? Contact NLEQ and reference inventory number 147860 to confirm availability, request current photos or a walk-around video, and discuss transportation options to your yard or branch. If you are comparing units, we can help you assess how this TMT55XT’s diesel power, Side Shift, 5500# capacity, 132" lift height, 135" telescopic boom, 52" horizontal reach, and Four Directional Steer align with your day-to-day deliveries. Secure your equipment planning by reaching out today and take advantage of the value, performance, and reliability that this 2020 Manitou TMT55XT brings to the job.