Eichinger Forklift Adjustable Extending Jib

Model 2082 | 2,500–5,000kg Capacity | 7-Step Telescopic Extension 740–3,735mm | 3-Step Height Adjustment to 45° | Swivel Load Hooks | CE Marked | UKCA Compliant

The Eichinger Forklift Adjustable Extending Jib (Model 2082) is a heavy-duty telescopic crane arm attachment with height adjustment that converts a standard forklift truck or telehandler into a universal mobile crane unit. In addition to the 7-step telescopic extension from 740mm to 3,735mm, the 2082 features a 3-step height adjustment function allowing the jib to be angled up to 45°, making it particularly suited to lifting tall or awkward items such as roof trusses over obstacles or into elevated positions. Constructed from welded and bolted section tubes with pin retention to prevent unintentional slip-off. Supplied with swivel load hooks as standard. Available in two capacities: 2,500kg (2082.1) and 5,000kg (2082.2). Also see our standard Extending Jib (Model 2081) for applications where height adjustment is not required. Built in Germany by Florian Eichinger GmbH.

Technical Specifications

The load capacity varies depending on the telescopic extension position and the angle setting — maximum capacity is achieved at the shortest extension in the horizontal position. The lifting capacity decreases as the jib is extended and as the angle is increased. Always use in conjunction with the forklift manufacturer's data and load plates. Contact WOLFF Onsite for the full load chart at each extension and angle position.

Key Features

• 3-step height adjustment to 45° — allows the jib to be angled upward in 3 increments, enabling loads to be lifted over obstacles or positioned at height, ideal for roof trusses and tall loads
• 7-step telescopic extension — extends from 740mm to 3,735mm, providing flexible reach for a wide range of lifting applications
• Massive section tube construction — welded and bolted profile tubes provide maximum structural strength and durability under load
• Pin retention system — locking pin secures the jib directly to the forklift carriage, preventing unintentional slip-off during operation
• Swivel load hooks supplied — two rotatable swivel hooks included as standard, facilitating use with chains, slings and other lifting gear
• Multiple hook positions — hooks can be positioned at various points along the jib, with load centres ranging from 950mm to 3,850mm

Suitable Applications

The 2082 Adjustable Extending Jib is designed for construction sites and industrial environments where a forklift or telehandler needs to lift loads at an angle or over obstacles. The height adjustment makes this model particularly suited to positioning roof trusses, lifting materials over site hoarding, loading equipment into elevated positions, and handling tall or awkward items that require angular lifting. The 7-step telescopic extension allows the jib to be set to the minimum length required for each lift, maximising the available lifting capacity.

How to Use the Adjustable Extending Jib

1. Check the forklift manufacturer's load plate to confirm the residual capacity at the intended load centre. The load centre varies with the telescopic extension position and the angle setting.
2. Set the jib to the required telescopic extension position using the locking pin. Ensure the pin is fully engaged.
3. Set the height adjustment angle as required (horizontal, or one of the three angled positions up to 45°). Ensure the angle locking mechanism is fully engaged.
4. Position the swivel load hook at the appropriate point along the jib for the load being lifted.
5. Drive the forklift forks into the jib's fork pockets and secure the jib to the forklift carriage using the retention pin.
6. Attach chains, slings or lifting gear to the swivel hook. Ensure the load does not exceed the rated capacity at the selected extension and angle position.
7. Lift the load slowly and check for stability before transporting. Keep the load as close to the ground as practical during travel.
8. Position the load at the delivery point and lower carefully.
9. After use, return the jib to the horizontal position, remove the retention pin and reverse the forklift out of the jib.

Warning: Do not drag loads with the extending jib — lift loads clear of the ground only. Always ensure all locking pins are fully engaged before lifting. The lifting capacity varies with both the telescopic extension position and the angle setting — refer to the load chart. Do not change the angle while a load is suspended.

Certification and Compliance

This product is CE marked and supplied with a full EC Declaration of Conformity in accordance with the EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. A UKCA certificate is also provided where required for the Great Britain market. Manufactured under a DIN ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system and independently tested by TÜV Nord. All lifting equipment used on UK construction sites must comply with the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER) and the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER).

Safety Information

• Never exceed the rated capacity at the selected extension and angle position — refer to the load chart.
• Always use in conjunction with the forklift manufacturer's data and load plates.
• Always ensure the retention pin, telescopic locking pin and angle locking mechanism are fully engaged before lifting.
• Do not adjust the angle while a load is suspended from the hook.
• Do not drag loads — lift clear of the ground only.
• At full extension with an elevated angle, the effective load centre is significantly forward and above the forklift — check stability carefully.
• Do not use the jib if any locking mechanisms are missing, damaged or cannot be fully engaged.
• A risk assessment must be carried out prior to using this equipment.
• Required PPE: hard hat, safety boots, gloves, and hi-vis vest.
• The type plate must remain present and legible at all times.

Inspection and Maintenance

The adjustable extending jib must be inspected before each use and undergo a thorough examination at least every 12 months by a competent person in accordance with LOLER 1998. All inspections must be documented. Pay particular attention to all weld points, the telescopic sections for wear or deformation, the height adjustment mechanism and pivot points, all locking pin holes, swivel hooks for free rotation, and the fork pocket condition. Check for cracking, distortion, corrosion or thinning of material, particularly at stress points, telescopic overlap areas and the angle adjustment pivot. General surface rusting should be treated with proprietary rust inhibitors, primers and paint on a regular basis.

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