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Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Specs

The Caterpillar TL1255 is a telehandler designed for material handling, lifting, and placement tasks on construction and industrial sites. It features a telescopic boom for extended reach and height, allowing operators to move loads in areas where conventional forklifts are limited. The TL1255 is commonly used for loading and unloading materials, positioning pallets, and supporting site logistics. As part of Caterpillar's telehandler lineup, it is built for versatility across rough terrain and jobsite conditions. Key specifications typically include lift capacity, maximum lift height, reach, engine power, and drive configuration, which vary by market and production year.


Axles

Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Axles specifications
Manufacturer Dana

Boom Performance

Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Boom Performance specifications
Boom Down 13.9 s
Boom Up 15.7 s
Drawbar Pull - Basic 20,000.00 lbs (9,071.86 kg)
Tele In 13.9 s
Tele Out 17.6 s

Brakes

Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Brakes specifications
Features Service Brakes - inboard wet disc brakes on front and rear axles; Parking Brakes - mechanical on front axle
Parking Brake mechanical on front axle

Dimensions

Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance 1.59 ft (0.48 m)
Height 8.50 ft (2.59 m)
Length 26.00 ft (7.92 m)
Length - Fork Face 20.80 ft (6.34 m)
Length To Fork Face 20.67 ft (6.30 m)
Overall Height 8.33 ft (2.54 m)
Turning Radius - Over Tires 14.00 ft (4.27 m)
Turning Radius Outside Tires 14.00 ft (4.27 m)
Weight 35,400.00 lbs (16,057.19 kg)
Wheel Base 12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Wheelbase 12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Width 8.25 ft (2.51 m)
Width Over Tires 8.33 ft (2.54 m)

Engine

Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Engine specifications
Engine Make 2236
Engine Model Cat C4.4 EDITAAC, Tier 3
Gross Power 142.00 hp (105.89 kw)
Gross Power - Basic 141.00 hp (105.15 kw)
Net Power 134.90 hp (100.60 kw)
Net Power (Basic) 134.90 hp (100.60 kw)

Hydraulic

Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Hydraulic specifications
Pump Type Gear Pump

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Type Load sensing piston

Instrumentation

Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Instrumentation specifications
Features Volt meter, hourmeter, engine oil pressure gauge, fuel gauge, water temperature gauge

Lift

Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Lift specifications
Max Forward Reach 42.42 ft (12.93 m)
Max Lift Capacity 12,000.00 lbs (5,443.12 kg)
Max Lift Height 54.46 ft (16.60 m)
Max Load At Max Height 5,000.00 lbs (2,267.96 kg)
Max Load At Max Reach 3,500.00 lbs (1,587.58 kg)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Operating Specifications specifications
Load At Maximum Height 5,000.00 lbs (2,267.96 kg)
Load At Maximum Height - Stabilizers Down 5,000.00 lbs (2,267.96 kg)
Load At Maximum Height - Stabilizers Up 4,000.00 lbs (1,814.37 kg)
Load At Maximum Reach 3,498.80 lbs (1,587.03 kg)
Load At Maximum Reach - Stabilizers Down 3,500.00 lbs (1,587.58 kg)
Maximum Forward Reach 42.50 ft (12.95 m)
Maximum Lift Height 54.50 ft (16.61 m)
Rated Load Capacity 12,000.00 lbs (5,443.12 kg)
Top Travel Speed 18.90 mph (30.42 kph)

Operational

Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Operational specifications
Fuel Capacity 38.00 gal (143.83 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity 60.00 gal (227.10 l)
Operating Weight 35,400.00 lbs (16,057.19 kg)
Tire Size 17.50 x 25-12 PR

Operator Station

Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Operator Station specifications
Features Vinyl suspension seat, single electronic joystick, spacious interior, ergonomic cab

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Service Refill Capacities specifications
Fuel Tank 38.00 gal (143.83 l)
Hydraulic System 60.00 gal (227.10 l)
Hydraulic Tank 60.00 gal (227.10 l)

Tires

Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Tires specifications
Optional Construction 17.50 x 25 Foam Filled, Rock Lug or 14.00 x 24 Solid
Standard 17.50 x 25 - 12 PR

Transmission

Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward 18.90 mph (30.42 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears 4
Number Of Reverse Gears 3

Weights

Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler Weights specifications
Operating Weight 35,644.30 lbs (16,168.00 kg)
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