Though telehandlers are similar in appearance to forklifts, they are more versatile. While both machines can lift loads, a telehandler’s extending boom allows it to move loads in more directions without moving its base. Often, booms extend higher and farther than a forklift can reach. Telehandlers also feature swappable boom attachments, including carriages and platforms. Because of their construction and 4-wheel drive, many telehandlers can easily handle rough terrain.