Telescopic handlers: Registration, uses and equipment

Find out about conditional registration, acceptable uses and equipment requirements for telescopic handlers.

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What is a telescopic handler?

A telescopic handler, also known as a telehandler or teleporter, is used to stack and transport hay bales.

You need a Car (Class C) licence to drive a telescopic handler.

Conditional registration for telescopic handlers

 
Telescopic handler

Telescopic handlers need to be conditionally registered to be used on public roads and road-related areas.

Conditional registration gives you limited road access to perform specific functions.

You cannot get conditional registration if a vehicle that complies with the construction and equipment requirements of the Australian Design Rules can be used to perform the same function.

See information about vehicle standards to see what standards apply.

Find out how to apply for conditional registration for telescopic handlers.

Oversize vehicle operators

Vehicles that go beyond the dimension and weight limits must comply with the conditions of the relevant access notice or permit. To find out the conditions for:

  • NSW permits – contact Special Permits Unit on 1300 656 371
  • interstate permits – contact National Heavy Vehicle Regulator on 1300 696 487.

Conditions of use

The following minimum conditions apply to conditional registration.

ConditionCode
Daylight / floodlit worksite use onlyTD1
Flashing amber beacon required and used when vehicle movingSL1
Vehicle to be floated from site to site (except that is can operate in areas designated in LO3)LO99
Restricted to designated areas / routesLO3 + free text

Farming purposes only

Note: Only applies to Compulsory Third Party insurance class: FARM. A

must be presented with the .		GO93
Use only within a defined area or construction zoneLO5
Must not carry a load when on a roadFree text
Must operate in compact form with attachments removed when on a roadFree text
Steering failure warning device / sign required
Note: Applies only for vehicles with hydraulic steering		SL99
Left-hand drive sign required
Note: Applies only where left-hand drive controls fitted		SL6

Equipment requirements

To receive conditional registration you must ensure that the following equipment requirements are met.

EquipmentDaylight/floodlit use
Amber rotating beaconYes
Brake and turn lightsYes
Headlights, tail, number plate and clearance lightsNo
Rear reflectorsYes
Rear and side reflective tapeNo
Rear vision mirror(s)Yes
HornYes

Lighting

All lighting must be fitted as near as possible to the position specified in Schedule 2 of:

Code TypeCode
Vehicle shapeFLP / LLP
Compulsory Third Party insurance class

Note: If FARM or UFRM, a

must be presented with the .		Conditional registration - PLNT / FARM
Unregistered Vehicle Permit - UPLN / UFRM
Registration usagePLNT

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