Caterpillar TH255C Telehandler Specs

Category: Telehandlers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: TH255C ➔

The Caterpillar TH255C is a compact telehandler designed for material handling in construction, agriculture, and industrial applications. It features a maximum lift capacity of 5,500 lb and a lift height of approximately 18 ft 4 in, depending on configuration. The TH255C is powered by a diesel engine and uses a four-wheel-drive chassis for traction on uneven terrain. Common features include a side-mounted boom, hydrostatic transmission, and operator-focused controls. Caterpillar telehandlers are used for lifting, placing, and transporting loads with fork, bucket, and attachment options. The TH255C is suited to jobs requiring maneuverability, reach, and stable load handling.

Axles

Caterpillar TH255C Telehandler Axles specifications
Types (1)	Planetary on front and rear axles.
Types (2)	High bias limited slip differential on front axle.

Boom Performance

Caterpillar TH255C Telehandler Boom Performance specifications
Boom Down	4.6 s
Boom Up	6.8 s
Bucket Crowd	2 s
Bucket Dump	2.5 s
Drawbar Pull - Loaded	8,700.00 lbs (3,946.26 kg)
Tele In	3.8 s
Tele Out	6.7 s

Brakes

Caterpillar TH255C Telehandler Brakes specifications
Feature	Light on dash indicates when brake is on.
Parking Brakes	Wet disc spring-applied hydraulic release
Service Brakes	Inboard wet disc brakes on front axle

Dimensions

Caterpillar TH255C Telehandler Dimensions specifications
Height	7.33 ft (2.24 m)
Length	12.50 ft (3.81 m)
Weight	11,045.00 lbs (5,009.93 kg)
Width	5.92 ft (1.80 m)

Engine

Caterpillar TH255C Telehandler Engine specifications
Displacement	177.00 cu in (2,900.52 cu cm)
Engine Model	TD 2.9L L4*
Gross Power	74.00 hp (55.18 kw)
Maximum Torque - 1,800 Rpm	193.00 lbs ft (261.67 nm)
Note	*U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards

Hydraulic System - Implement

Caterpillar TH255C Telehandler Hydraulic System - Implement specifications
Maximum Auxiliary Flow	19.00 gpm (71.92 lpm)
Maximum System Pressure	3500 psi
Note	Auxiliary Hydraulic Circuit used for all attachments equipped with cylinders or other hydraulic components. Consists of valves, controls, and hydraulic lines.
Pump Type	Gear pump

Instruments

Caterpillar TH255C Telehandler Instruments specifications
Types (1)	Indicators for machine hours, fuel-level, steer mode, steering pressure, battery charge, coolant temperature, parking brake and engine pre-heat.
Types (2)	Reverse motion alarm.
Types (3)	Panel and switches are illuminated for night operation.

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar TH255C Telehandler Operating Specifications specifications
Maximum Lift Height	18.40 ft (5.61 m)
Rated Load Capacity	5,500.00 lbs (2,494.76 kg)

Operating Specifications - Standard Coupler

Caterpillar TH255C Telehandler Operating Specifications - Standard Coupler specifications
Capacity At Maximum Height	4,400.00 lbs (1,995.81 kg)
Capacity At Maximum Reach	1,850.00 lbs (839.15 kg)
Maximum Forward Reach	10.90 ft (3.32 m)
Maximum Lift Height	18.40 ft (5.61 m)
Rated Load Capacity	5,500.00 lbs (2,494.76 kg)
Top Travel Speed - 12 16.5 Tires	15.00 mph (24.14 kph)
Top Travel Speed - 14 17.5 Tires	17.00 mph (27.36 kph)
Turning Radius - Over Tires - 12 16.5 Tires	127.00 in (322.58 cm)
Turning Radius - Over Tires - 14 17.5 Tires	125.00 in (317.50 cm)

Operating Specifications - Universal Quick Coupler

Caterpillar TH255C Telehandler Operating Specifications - Universal Quick Coupler specifications
Capacity At Maximum Height	3,000.00 lbs (1,360.78 kg)
Capacity At Maximum Reach	1,700.00 lbs (771.11 kg)
Maximum Forward Reach	10.90 ft (3.32 m)
Maximum Lift Height	18.40 ft (5.61 m)
Rated Load Capacity	5,500.00 lbs (2,494.76 kg)
Top Travel Speed - 12 16.5 Tires	15.00 mph (24.14 kph)
Top Travel Speed - 14 17.5 Tires	17.00 mph (27.36 kph)
Turning Radius - Over Tires - 12 16.5 Tires	127.00 in (322.58 cm)
Turning Radius - Over Tires - 14 17.5 Tires	125.00 in (317.50 cm)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar TH255C Telehandler Service Refill Capacities specifications
Fuel Tank	24.00 gal (90.84 l)
Hydraulic System	24.00 gal (90.84 l)

Tires

Caterpillar TH255C Telehandler Tires specifications
Optional	14.00 17.5; 10.5 18; 33 12-20 non-marking
Standard	12.00 16.5

Transmission

Caterpillar TH255C Telehandler Transmission specifications
Forward	Variable Speed
Reverse	Variable Speed
Transmission	Hydrostatic

Weights

Caterpillar TH255C Telehandler Weights specifications
Operating Weight - With Carriage And Forks	11,000.00 lbs (4,989.52 kg)

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