Caterpillar TH255 Telehandler Specs

Category: Telehandlers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: TH255 ➔

The Caterpillar TH255 is a compact telehandler designed for material handling in construction, agriculture, and industrial applications. It features a telescopic boom for lifting and placing loads at height, with four-wheel drive and rough-terrain capability for jobsite mobility. The TH255 is commonly used for loading, unloading, and positioning materials in confined or uneven work areas. Caterpillar telehandlers are known for operator visibility, maneuverability, and attachment compatibility. The TH255 fits into the smaller-capacity telehandler class, making it suitable for lighter lifting tasks where reach, stability, and versatility are required.

Dimensions

Caterpillar TH255 Telehandler Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	0.92 ft (0.28 m)
Height	6.25 ft (1.90 m)
Length	12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Length To Fork Face	12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Overall Height	6.25 ft (1.90 m)
Turning Radius Outside Tires	10.42 ft (3.18 m)
Weight	10,800.00 lbs (4,898.80 kg)
Wheelbase	7.42 ft (2.26 m)
Width	6.00 ft (1.83 m)

Engine

Caterpillar TH255 Telehandler Engine specifications
Engine Make	2236
Engine Model	C4.4 Dit Tier 3
Gross Power	84.00 hp (62.64 kw)
Max Torque	260.00 lbs ft (352.51 nm)

Hydraulic

Caterpillar TH255 Telehandler Hydraulic specifications
Pump Type	Single-Secition Gear

Lift

Caterpillar TH255 Telehandler Lift specifications
Max Forward Reach	10.08 ft (3.07 m)
Max Lift Capacity	5,500.00 lbs (2,494.76 kg)
Max Lift Height	18.33 ft (5.59 m)
Max Load At Max Height	4,400.00 lbs (1,995.81 kg)
Max Load At Max Reach	1,850.00 lbs (839.15 kg)

Operational

Caterpillar TH255 Telehandler Operational specifications
Fuel Capacity	24.00 gal (90.84 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	17.00 gal (64.35 l)
Operating Weight	10,800.00 lbs (4,898.80 kg)
Tire Size	12.00 x 16.5 Pneumatic

Transmission

Caterpillar TH255 Telehandler Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	16.00 mph (25.75 kph)

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