Clear rear visibility isn't just a comfort issue on a telehandler, it's a safety one. HSE guidance on safe manoeuvring states that vehicles should have large enough windscreens with wipers where necessary and external mirrors to provide an all-round field of vision, and makes clear that the area kept clear by the wipers should not be obscured. A worn, snapped, or seized rear wiper arm leaves operators reversing and slewing loads with reduced visibility, exactly the kind of residual risk that PUWER 1998 requires employers to manage. HSE
This JCB style rear wiper arm from HTS Spares is manufactured to match OEM part number 714/40298, giving telehandler and teletruck operators a reliable, cost-effective way to restore rear visibility without waiting on genuine dealer lead times. It's a straightforward like-for-like fit, designed to bolt directly onto the existing spindle with no adaptation needed, so machines can get back to work with full rear wiper function intact.
Features and Benefits
- OEM-matched fitment for accurate, hassle-free replacement
- Durable construction built to withstand daily site and yard use
- Supports compliance with PUWER visibility requirements
- Compatible with HMP3974 (280mm rear wiper blade) for a full rear wiper kit
- Sourced and stocked by HTS Spares for fast turnaround on essential plant parts
Top Tips: Rear Wiper Maintenance on Telehandlers
- Check the wiper arm spring tension regularly - a slack arm won't hold the blade firmly against the glass, leaving smearing and streaking.
- Inspect the arm for corrosion or cracking at the pivot point, this is the most common failure point on site-based machines exposed to muck and grit.
- Replace the arm and blade together where possible - a new arm paired with a worn blade will still leave poor contact and reduced clearing.
- Don't run the wiper motor with a jammed or seized arm - this can burn out the motor and turn a small parts job into a bigger repair.
