2020 Manitou TMT55XT Diesel

Hours 1025, Year 2020, Make Manitou, Model TMT55XT, Category Truck Mounted Piggyback Forklift

This 2020 Manitou TMT55XT truck mounted piggyback forklift brings low-hour reliability and road-ready productivity to your delivery fleet. With just 1,025 hours on the meter and a proven diesel powerplant, it is purpose-built to ride on the back of your truck or trailer and handle loading and unloading at jobsites where space is tight and conditions vary. The TMT55XT platform is engineered for fast deployment, confident lifting performance, and precise load placement so your crew can deliver materials efficiently and safely. As with every unit we offer, this machine has been carefully tested and inspected by NLEQ to ensure you get accurate, honest, and reliable information before you buy.

Specifications

• Year: 2020
• Make: Manitou
• Model: TMT55XT
• Category: Truck Mounted Piggyback Forklift
• Hours: 1,025
• Fuel Type: Diesel
• Side Shift
• Capacity: 5,500 lb
• Max Lift Height: 132 in
• Telescopic Boom: 135 in
• Horizontal Reach: 52 in
• Steering: Four Directional Steer
• NLEQ#: 147865
• Price: $29,875

Condition

This pre-owned Manitou TMT55XT has been inspected and tested by NLEQ so you can buy with confidence. The hours shown are 1,025, indicating a light duty cycle for its model year. Functional components and core systems have been evaluated for performance, and the machine is represented accurately based on our inspection. Additional photos, video, and any available documentation can be provided on request to support your due diligence. As with all used equipment, buyers are encouraged to review the unit’s condition and verify suitability for their specific application.

Advantages and What These Features Mean in the Real World

• Diesel power: A diesel engine provides strong torque at low RPMs for confident lifting and travel on uneven ground. It also delivers dependable fuel efficiency over long duty cycles, which is ideal for route-based material delivery where the forklift mounts and dismounts frequently.
• Side shift: Side shift capability allows the carriage to move left and right without repositioning the machine. This translates into faster pallet alignment, reduced tire scuffing, and safer placement when working close to curbs, fences, or finished surfaces.
• 5,500 lb capacity: A 5,500-pound rated capacity covers a broad range of building materials, including palletized brick and block, bagged mortar, roofing bundles, lumber packs, drywall, and more—giving you the flexibility to tackle mixed loads confidently.
• 132-inch lift height: With ample lift height, operators can service taller flatbeds and trailers and stack materials where needed on site. The additional vertical reach helps when transferring loads over sidewalls or staging materials at elevated positions.
• 135-inch telescopic boom: The telescopic boom extends out to move product across obstacles like landscaping, sidewalks, or small ditches. It helps you reach farther from the truck, which reduces the need to drive onto sensitive ground or into tight spots.
• 52-inch horizontal reach: Horizontal reach is crucial for curbside delivery. It lets you set materials exactly where the customer wants them—behind a fence line, past a flower bed, or farther onto a slab—without repositioning the truck or risking ground damage.
• Four directional steer: Four-way steering enhances maneuverability by enabling conventional forward/reverse travel and lateral movement. This is especially valuable when handling long or awkward loads in confined areas, allowing operators to “crab” sideways for precise placement and safer navigation.
• Truck mounted design: The TMT55XT is designed to mount on the rear of your truck or trailer, freeing space and eliminating the need to stage a separate forklift at each stop. You arrive with your own material handling solution on board, accelerating delivery timelines and improving customer satisfaction.
• Low hours for year: At 1,025 hours, this 2020 unit offers the kind of light use that can translate into longer service life, lower operating costs, and a stronger long-term value proposition when compared to higher-hour alternatives.

Industry Relevance and Practical Applications

Truck mounted piggyback forklifts like the Manitou TMT55XT are essential equipment for last-mile delivery in construction supply chains. If you supply building materials, you need to unload quickly, place product exactly where customers need it, and get back on the road. The TMT55XT’s telescopic reach, side shift, and four-way steering enable you to deliver in areas that standard forklifts or pallet jacks can’t easily access. From residential neighborhoods with narrow drives to urban infill projects with minimal staging space, this machine lets drivers work efficiently without sacrificing safety.

• Lumber and building materials yards: Deliver and stage lumber packs, engineered wood, and sheathing exactly where framers need them, even when site access is limited.
• Masonry and hardscape suppliers: Move palletized brick, block, pavers, and mortar to the point of use, reducing double handling and minimizing damage.
• Roofing distribution: Place shingles and accessories closer to the lift or hoist point, saving time and reducing crew effort.
• Drywall and interiors: Navigate tight residential streets and small commercial sites to deliver drywall, insulation, and interior finishes curbside or inside the site perimeter.
• Mechanical and specialty trades: Offload HVAC units, doors, windows, and specialty components with accurate placement around obstacles.
• Agriculture and landscape: Handle palletized seed, sod, fertilizers, and irrigation components with less ground disturbance.

Ownership Value

Choosing a 2020 Manitou TMT55XT with low hours and a diesel engine delivers a compelling total cost of ownership. Diesel efficiency helps manage fuel costs, and the 5,500 lb capacity means you won’t need multiple trips for typical construction loads. The telescopic boom and four-directional steer reduce time spent jockeying the truck or searching for a better approach, which can shorten stop times and increase daily deliveries. With features that support precise placement, you also reduce risk to finished surfaces and landscaping, avoiding costly callbacks or site complaints. Manitou’s reputation for durable designs and strong parts support further underpins predictable maintenance planning and long-term fleet uptime.

Why This TMT55XT Stands Out

When you combine the 2020 model year with only 1,025 hours, diesel power, side shift, four-way steering, and a telescopic boom with generous reach, you get a truck mounted piggyback forklift that is equally at home in residential cul-de-sacs and crowded commercial sites. It is engineered to save time at every stop through faster unloading and more accurate placement, while the capacity covers the core range of heavy construction materials. Priced at $29,875 and backed by NLEQ’s careful testing and inspection process, this Manitou TMT55XT offers a smart balance of performance, reliability, and value that fleet managers and owner-operators can appreciate.

Why Buy from NLEQ

NLEQ is a trusted leader in used heavy construction equipment. Every machine we list is carefully tested and inspected before being offered for sale, and we present the details clearly so you can make an informed decision. Our team understands the realities of jobsite delivery and material handling, and we bring that experience to each unit we sell. When you work with NLEQ, you can expect professional guidance, straightforward communication, and an emphasis on delivering equipment that’s ready to go to work. We are committed to accurate, honest information that reflects the true condition and capability of the machine, helping you minimize risk and maximize uptime.

Next Steps

If the 2020 Manitou TMT55XT truck mounted piggyback forklift fits your operation, contact NLEQ for current availability and to request a detailed walk-around. Reference NLEQ# 147865 when you reach out. We can provide additional photos and video, discuss the inspection, and help you evaluate how this unit will integrate with your trucks and delivery routes. Secure your Manitou TMT55XT today to streamline your curbside deliveries, improve jobsite placements, and keep your crews on schedule.