About us

Southwest handling specialise in the sales of New and Used Merlo telescopic handlers.
We supply both agricultural and construction models
We are the uks largest supplier of used Merlo handlers with over 10 yrs experience
Our used equipment is second to none for its quality and choice range we often have over 15 used machines in stock ranging from basic 6mtr machine s to Roto ‘s with man platforms. used equipment
If you are looking to sell a Merlo please contact us as we have a very buoyant export demand for many models.

We are agents for Gehl skid steers and Avant mini loaders please refer to our new equipment page for further information

We are a subsidy of our parent company C.J.SAUNDERS LTD which has been establish for over 100yrs
Based in the heart of Devon near Okehampton and only 5 minites from the A30 a visit to see what we have on offer is not a difficult choice and if you wish to travel by air Exeter airport is only 20 mlies away and we would only be to happy to collect you at your convenience.

Our team is as follows-- Louise Winsor MD/sales Manager
Tom Folland Service Manger
Steve Voaden Head of technical service /Roto specialist

Tom Bambury, Mike Slocombe, Philip Daley Service technicians

Merlo telescopic handlers use the same gearbox, differential, final drive, hydrostatic system and much more across the whole range of their machines this allows our technicians to carry many parts and for our parts department to stock most parts you require. We can also provide a direct mail service and service exchange on certain components for more details look at service and spares.