USED GEHL RS8-44
Overview
Looking for a Gehl RS8-44 for sale in Ohio? This 2017 Gehl RS8-44 telehandler offers 8,000 lb lift capacity, 44 ft reach, Cummins diesel power, enclosed heated cab, 4WD capability, and jobsite-ready performance. Ideal for construction, agriculture, industrial lifting, pallet handling, truck loading, and heavy material handling. Buyers searching for a used telehandler near me, Gehl reach forklift for sale, 8,000 lb telehandler, or affordable telehandler with motivated seller pricing should take a serious look at this machine. With a major price reduction to $46,000 and seller willing to negotiate before auction, this listing creates strong buyer opportunity in today’s equipment market.
Aggressively Reduced — Seller Needs This Unit Sold NOW
If you’ve been looking for a Gehl RS8-44 for sale, this is a rare opportunity to buy a high-capacity 8,000 lb telehandler with 44 ft reach at a price that reflects a serious must-sell situation.
This 2017 Gehl RS8-44 telehandler has been on the market for several months, and the seller has now made a dramatic price reduction from $59,999 down to just $46,000 in an aggressive effort to move the machine before it is sent to auction.
That is nearly $14,000 off the previous asking price.
The seller’s situation has changed, money is tight, and this machine needs to sell immediately. If a private buyer does not step in, the unit is expected to go to auction.
Because of this, buyers have a chance to secure a well-equipped, work-ready Gehl telehandler at a price far below the previous ask — with room for negotiation for serious buyers.
Performance & Capability
Built for demanding lifting and material handling applications, the Gehl RS8-44 is a proven telehandler designed for:
Material handling
Construction jobsites
Agricultural operations
Loading trucks
Stacking pallets
Hay handling
Industrial lifting applications
Powered by a dependable 120 HP Cummins turbo diesel engine, this machine delivers strong torque and smooth hydraulic performance while offering the reach and lifting capability buyers need in the field.
With an 8,000 lb rated lift capacity and 44 ft maximum lift height, this telehandler provides the performance serious operators demand without the cost of new equipment.
Features & Benefits
This machine comes equipped with several buyer-friendly upgrades and features, including:
✅ 8,000 lb lift capacity
✅ 44 ft lift height
✅ 4WD drivetrain
✅ Foam-filled agricultural tires
✅ Enclosed heated cab
✅ Joystick controls
✅ 4-wheel steering
✅ Auxiliary hydraulics
✅ Quick-attach carriage
✅ High-visibility boom design
With just 2,100 hours, this machine still has strong life left and remains an attractive option for contractors, farmers, and industrial users needing dependable reach and lifting capability.
Why This Gehl RS8-44 Stands Out
What makes this listing especially attractive is not just the machine — it’s the seller’s urgency.
This unit has already been aggressively reduced from $59,999 to $46,000, and the seller has made it clear:
This machine must sell
Auction is the next step if it doesn’t move
Seller is willing to negotiate
Serious offers are encouraged
For buyers who understand equipment values, this creates a genuine buying opportunity on a high-capacity telehandler with a motivated seller behind it.
Investment Value
Finding a used Gehl RS8-44 telehandler for sale with:
Low hours
Heated cab
Foam-filled tires
8,000 lb capacity
44 ft lift height
Negotiable motivated seller
…at $46,000 creates a compelling value proposition for serious buyers.
Must sell. Auction is the backup plan. Act now before this opportunity disappears.
Specs
Year: 2017
Make: Gehl
Model: RS8-44
Machine Type: Telehandler
Engine: Cummins Turbo Diesel
Horsepower: 120 HP
Cylinders: 4
Fuel Type: Diesel
Lift Capacity: 8,000 lbs
Max Lift Height: 44 ft
Max Forward Reach: Approx. 30 ft
Rated Load Capacity: 8,000 lbs @ 24” load center
Hydraulic Flow: Approx. 25 GPM
Travel Speed: Approx. 20 MPH
Drive Type: 4WD
Steering: 4-Wheel Steering (multiple modes)
Cab: Enclosed with heat
Controls: Joystick
Safety: ROPS/FOPS
Agricultural Tires
Foam-Filled
Operating Weight: Approx. 22,000 lbs
Length: Approx. 21 ft
Width: Approx. 8 ft
Height: Approx. 8 ft 2 in
Quick-attach carriage
Auxiliary hydraulics
Heavy-duty boom
High-visibility design
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