Rental magazine selects LGMG H1256 telehandler for 2026 Editor’s Choice Award

Barb Canibano • September 14, 2026

Share this article

LGMG H1256 telehandler named to Equipment Today’s 2026 Contractors’ Top 50 New Products 

LGMG red telehandler with Equipment Rental Magazine Editor's Choice 2026 Award Winner
  • The awards celebrate the most cutting-edge new products in the rental equipment industry. 
  • Designed to perform in demanding rough-terrain conditions, the new LGMG H1256 telehandler is an ideal solution for material handling on construction, infrastructure and industrial jobsites. 

 
The LGMG H1256 telehandler has received one of the 2026 Editor’s Choice Awards, presented by Rental magazine to the most cutting-edge new products in the equipment rental industry. Rental is a top publication serving equipment rental owners, managers and fleet professionals. 


The H1256 telehandler combines performance and ease of service access. Introduced at The ARA Show earlier this year, the machine offers a 12,000 lb lifting capacity, 56 ft 1 in maximum lift height and 42 ft of outreach, providing customers with a versatile solution for material handling on construction, infrastructure and industrial jobsites. 


Engineered with rental companies in mind, the H1256 is designed to perform in demanding rough-terrain jobsite conditions while remaining easy to operate and maintain. Its combination of strong lifting capacity and productivity across a wide range of applications makes it a valuable addition to modern rental equipment fleets. 


“This award reflects the effort our team puts into understanding what rental customers need most from a telehandler: productivity, durability and maximum uptime. We’re grateful to Rental for the recognition and excited about the positive response the H1256 has received since its introduction,” said Mark Elton, director of product management at LGMG North America. 


“The winning entries of the Rental 2026 Editor's Choice Awards represent far more than engineering and innovation but a mirror of the industry, of the efficiency customers need and the durability to remain a valuable asset for years to come,” says Jonathan Kozlowski, editor-in-chief of Rental, Concrete Contractor and Green Industry Pros. 


Earlier this month, the H1256 telehandler was also named one of the winners of the 2026 Contractors’ Top 50 New Products Award by Equipment Today. 


Click here to learn more about the LGMG H1256 telehandler. 
Click hereto view the full list of winners.   
Click here
 to learn more about Rental. 

 

Contact Information 

 

Morgan Hamori 

LGMG NA 

945-269-2582
morgan.hamori@lgmgna.com 

Damian Joseph 

SE10 

312-282-1745 

damian.joseph@se10.com 

 

 

ABOUT LGMG 

LGMG is a global manufacturer of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) and telehandlers. With a strong focus on safety, reliability and efficiency, supported by localized service, the company serves customers in more than 100 countries worldwide. LGMG North America is headquartered in The Colony, a fast-growing business hub just north of Dallas, Texas, where it manages sales, service and parts distribution for the North American market. 

Recent Posts

red LGMG telehandler H1256 a graphic for Equipment Today's Contractors' top 50 new products
By Barb Canibano September 4, 2026
LGMG H1256 telehandler named to Equipment Today’s 2026 Contractors’ Top 50 New Products
By Barb Canibano August 24, 2026
Uptime Starts With Serviceability Ultimately, uptime is not just about whether a machine stops working. It is about how quickly that machine can be diagnosed, serviced and returned to work. Uptime is everything in rental. Rental companies depend on it, contractors expect it and project schedules demand it. As construction schedules tighten across North America and more large-scale projects move forward, equipment uptime has become one of the clearest measures of machine value. But uptime is not only about whether a machine is built to perform. It is also about what happens when that machine needs attention. Every machine requires service. Components wear, issues need to be diagnosed and parts eventually need to be replaced. For rental companies, the real question is simple: How quickly can a technician identify the problem, access the right components, complete the repair and return unit to rent-ready status?  That is why serviceability, repair speed and parts availability deserve the same attention as machine specs, performance and purchase price. A machine that looks good on paper but creates service headaches can increase shop time, reduce utilization and make it harder for rental companies to keep equipment earning.
LGMG graphic titled “3 Keys to Uptime” with red equipment and callouts for parts availability, service, support, and uptime.
By Barb Canibano July 23, 2026
How strong service support helps protect rental equipment utilization:  Uptime is one of the most critical performance measures in the rental industry. When a machine sits in a repair bay instead of the rent-ready line, fleet availability is immediately affected. This can lead to higher transportation costs, increased labor demands, added strain on shop resources and reduced responsiveness to customer needs. Ultimately, all of these factors have a direct impact on profitability and overall operating efficiency. Most rental companies have talented service teams that handle the majority of maintenance and repairs themselves. The manufacturer’s role is to support them when challenges arise—through technical expertise, parts availability, responsive communication and, when needed, hands-on assistance in the field.
By Barb Canibano June 26, 2026
Discover how responsive manufacturer service support, technician training, and practical equipment design protect rental fleet utilization and reduce downtime.
Red rough terrain scissor lift towering over bleachers with scattered spectators under a cloudy sky
By Morgan Hamori May 19, 2026
LGMG North America (LGMG NA) is partnering with Eldora Speedway for its 2026 season, supporting one of the most recognized venues in American dirt track racing. Held across multiple weekends from April through October in Rossburg, Ohio, the events draw thousands of fans.
Red telehandler with bucket on snowy road, person driving, near a fence.
By Morgan Hamori March 2, 2026
The high-capacity H1256 telehandler expands LGMG’s lineup for construction, industrial and infrastructure applications.
Worker on red scissor lift in warehouse, wearing a hard hat and safety vest.
By Morgan Hamori February 26, 2026
The SS1532ER and SS1932ER bring compact design and rental-focused ROI to tight jobsites, such as those found in the maintenance, construction and healthcare industries.
Construction equipment display booth with red machinery, LCMG sign, and people.
By Morgan Hamori February 19, 2026
LGMG North America (LGMG NA) will use CONEXPO 2026 to reinforce its rental- first approach to the mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) and telehandler markets, highlighted by the launch of two new machines: the SS1932ER micro scissor lift and the H1256 telehandler.
LCMG equipment display at a trade show with people gathered around. Red machinery, blue carpet, and a banner are visible.
February 17, 2026
LGMG NA launched the SS1932ER scissor lift & H1256 telehandler at The ARA Show. Contact us for reliable equipment tailored for rental fleets.
Acrylic award: Rental Editor's Choice 2023 for LGMG North America's M2530SE Vertical Mast Lift.
September 19, 2025
The M2530SE is compact (57" long × 31" wide), offers 24'7" indoor / 19'8" outdoor platform height, 352 lb capacity with extension deck, standard leak containment, extension deck, and maintenance-free AGM batteries—backed by LGMG's five-year MEWP warranty*.
Show More