Skid Steer Telescoping Boom Attachments

Skid Steer Telescoping Boom Attachments That Put Materials Where You Need Them

A skid steer telescoping boom turns your machine into a reach tool, letting you lift, place, and position loads at height without renting a telehandler or repositioning constantly. These attachments are built for contractors who need to set materials on rooftops, stack pallets, load trailers, or thread loads into tight spots. If your job requires lift height and horizontal reach, a telescoping boom attachment gets it done with the machine you already own.

How to Choose the Right Telescoping Boom Attachment

Start with your skid steer's rated operating capacity and work backward. A boom attachment skid steer setup shifts the load center away from the machine, which reduces your effective lift capacity, so make sure the boom's rated capacity at full extension still covers your heaviest loads. If you're using this as a forklift boom attachment for pallet work, confirm the fork pocket width and pin height match your load dimensions. For construction placement work where you need maximum reach, look at the extended length and whether the attachment hydraulically extends or requires manual adjustment.

• Match boom capacity at full extension to your heaviest real-world load, not your machine's max rating
• Check whether the attachment uses your skid steer's auxiliary hydraulics for extension or requires manual pin adjustment
• Confirm the mounting style is compatible with your machine's universal quick attach plate
• Look at the retracted length if you need to transport or store the attachment without removal
• If you're doing repetitive pallet or material handling, prioritize a model with smooth single-lever hydraulic extension

Why Contractors Choose Skid Steer Nation

• American Made: Every telescoping boom we carry is manufactured in the USA, so you're getting steel and craftsmanship that holds up on real job sites.
• Manufacturer Warranty: Your attachment ships with a manufacturer warranty, giving you coverage if something goes wrong without the runaround.
• Flat Rate Freight Shipping Nationwide: One flat rate ships your boom to your door anywhere in the country, no surprise freight charges at checkout.
• Finance from $199/mo: Keep cash on hand for your business and put the attachment to work while you pay it down.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a skid steer telescoping boom used for?

A skid steer telescoping boom extends horizontal and vertical reach beyond what a standard bucket or fork setup provides. Contractors use them for setting materials on elevated surfaces, loading and unloading trucks, and placing heavy items in spots the machine can't physically reach. It functions similarly to a telehandler boom but mounts directly to your existing skid steer.

How does a telescoping boom attachment work on a skid steer?

The attachment mounts to your universal quick attach plate and connects to your auxiliary hydraulics to extend and retract the inner boom section. You raise the boom with your lift arms and extend reach hydraulically, keeping the load under control throughout the movement. Some models also accept forks, hooks, or buckets at the tip for different load types.

What size telescoping boom do I need?

Size your boom to the heaviest load you'll handle at the greatest extension you need. Remember that capacity drops as you extend further out, so if you're placing 1,500-lb pallets at 10 feet of reach, you need a boom rated for that load at that distance, not just at the pin. Match the attachment's rated capacity chart to your actual job requirements before you buy.

What is the difference between a telescoping boom and a standard forklift boom attachment?

A standard forklift boom attachment has a fixed length and is better suited for short-distance lifting directly in front of the machine. A telescoping boom lets you extend reach incrementally, which matters when you need to set a load on a roof, reach over an obstacle, or place materials without repositioning your