Genie GTH-844 Telehandler: Specs, Features, Price and Buying Guide

Last updated: October 2026

The Genie GTH-844 is one of the most popular 8,000 lb telehandlers on construction sites. It lifts its full 8,000 lb capacity, places loads almost 44 ft high or more than 28 ft forward, and handles rough ground with full-time four-wheel drive and three steering modes.

This guide covers the GTH-844’s specs and features, how it compares to other 8,000 lb telehandlers, what it costs new and used, and what to check before you buy one.

In this guide:

• Genie GTH-844 specs
• Key features
• Video walkaround
• How it compares
• Pros and cons
• Common uses
• Genie GTH-844 price
• What to check before buying used
• FAQs

Specs are from Genie’s 2023 GTH-844 product specifications. Older units may have different engines and options, so check the specs for the model year you are buying.

• Full-capacity lifting. The GTH-844 lifts 8,000 lb and still handles 6,000 lb at full height, so it can place full pallets of block, brick or roofing on upper floors.
• Reach for jobsite work. A 43 ft 10 in lift height and 28 ft 2 in forward reach let it set loads over trenches, walls and stacked materials.
• Rough-terrain drive. Full-time four-wheel drive, a front limited-slip differential, 21,000 lb of drawbar pull and 15 mph travel speed help it move around muddy, uneven sites.
• Three steering modes. Two-wheel, four-wheel coordinated and crab steering give operators tight turns (a 13 ft 9 in outside radius) and easy positioning next to walls.
• Frame leveling. The frame levels up to 10 degrees side to side, so operators can level the machine before lifting on uneven ground.
• Low stowed height. At 7 ft 10 in tall, the GTH-844 is easier to haul and fits under more overhead obstructions than many high-reach models.
• Attachments. Quick-attach carriages, side-tilt and swing carriages, pallet forks, cubing tines and lumber forks are available from Genie. Always use the load chart that matches the attachment.
• Cab and tech options. Options include an open or enclosed cab with heat or air conditioning, LED work lights, cold weather packages and Lift Connect telematics.

This video walkaround of a used 2014 Genie GTH-844 gives a close look at the machine and can help you know what to look for when you shop for a used unit.

All three are close matches. The GTH-844 lifts the highest of the group, the SkyTrak 8042 reaches farthest forward, and the Skyjack SJ843 TH falls in between. Need more reach? The Genie GTH-1056 lifts 10,000 lb to 56 ft 7 in. Need something smaller? The Genie GTH-636 and GTH-5519 are lighter and more compact. Browse all used telehandlers to compare prices.

• Construction: placing block, brick, lumber, trusses, roofing and steel on upper floors and roofs
• Site work: unloading trucks, moving pallets and materials around rough sites, and handling bulk materials with a bucket
• Agriculture: moving bales, feed and supplies around farms
• Industrial and yards: loading and unloading flatbeds and moving heavy materials in outdoor storage yards

For help choosing between a telehandler and a forklift, browse used forklifts as well, or compare other Genie telehandlers.

Prices vary with year, hours, cab type, options and condition. In October 2026, Genie GTH-844 listings on FleetNow included:

Low hours, an enclosed cab, newer Tier 4 Final engines and a clean service history all add to a used telehandler’s value.

• Hours on the meter and service records
• Boom sections and wear pads for scoring, bends, cracks and heavy wear
• Play in the boom pivot pins, carriage pins and quick-attach
• Lift, tilt, extend and leveling cylinders for leaks, and whether the boom drifts down under load
• Frame leveling, all three steering modes, four-wheel drive and brakes
• Transmission shifts smoothly in all three speeds, forward and reverse
• Engine starts easily, with no excess smoke, leaks or warning codes
• Tires for cuts, chunking and uneven wear
• Forks for cracks, bends and heel wear
• Load chart, decals and operator’s manual in the cab

Ask the seller for photos of the hour meter and serial plate, and test every boom function under load before you buy.

FleetNow lists used Genie GTH-844 telehandlers and other telehandlers from dealers and owners across the country, including Genie, JLG, SkyTrak and Skyjack models. Need help finding the right machine? Contact our team. Selling a telehandler? List it on FleetNow.