Category : Telehandlers ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : TL1255C ➔
The Caterpillar TL1255C is a heavy-duty telehandler designed for material handling, lifting, and placement tasks on construction and industrial job sites. It features a high-reach boom, four-wheel drive, and rough-terrain capability for working on uneven ground. The TL1255C is commonly used for moving palletized loads, loading materials, and supporting elevated work applications. Caterpillar telehandlers are known for integrated operator controls, visibility, and attachment compatibility. The TL1255C fits applications requiring extended reach, stable lifting performance, and versatile jobsite handling. It is part of Caterpillar's telehandler lineup for contractors, rental fleets, and industrial material handling operations.
Axles
Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Axles specifications
Manufacturer
Dana
Boom Performance
Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Boom Performance specifications
Boom Down
14.8 s
Boom Up
16 s
Drawbar Pull - Basic
20,000.00 lbs (9,071.86 kg)
Tele In
13.4 s
Tele Out
17.2 s
Brakes
Caterpillar TL1255C 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 TL1255C Telehandler Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance
1.59 ft (0.48 m)
Height
8.40 ft (2.56 m)
Length
20.67 ft (6.30 m)
Length - Fork Face
20.80 ft (6.34 m)
Length To Fork Face
20.77 ft (6.33 m)
Overall Height
8.40 ft (2.56 m)
Turning Radius - Over Tires
14.00 ft (4.27 m)
Turning Radius Outside Tires
14.11 ft (4.30 m)
Weight
35,860.00 lbs (16,265.84 kg)
Wheel Base
12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Wheelbase
12.01 ft (3.66 m)
Width
8.33 ft (2.54 m)
Width Over Tires
8.40 ft (2.56 m)
Engine
Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Engine specifications
Engine Make
Caterpillar
Engine Model
C4.4 ACERT
Gross Power
142.20 hp (106.04 kw)
Gross Power - Basic
142.10 hp (105.97 kw)
Hydraulic
Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Hydraulic specifications
Pump Flow Capacity
15.00 gpm (56.78 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure
3650 psi
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Type
Load sensing piston
Instrumentation
Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Instrumentation specifications
Features
Volt meter, hourmeter, engine oil pressure gauge, fuel gauge, water temperature gauge
Lift
Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Lift specifications
Max Forward Reach
42.66 ft (13.00 m)
Max Lift Capacity
11,999.77 lbs (5,443.01 kg)
Max Lift Height
54.47 ft (16.60 m)
Operating Specifications
Caterpillar TL1255C 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
54.30 ft (16.55 m)
Rated Load Capacity
12,000.00 lbs (5,443.12 kg)
Top Travel Speed
20.40 mph (32.83 kph)
Operational
Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Operational specifications
Drawbar Pull
24,000.00 lbs (10,886.23 kg)
Fuel Capacity
38.10 gal (144.21 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
62.90 gal (238.08 l)
Operating Weight
35,862.60 lbs (16,267.02 kg)
Tire Size
400/75-28 Duraforce MT
Operator Station
Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Operator Station specifications
Features
Vinyl suspension seat, single electronic joystick, spacious interior, ergonomic cab
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Service Refill Capacities specifications
Fuel Tank
38.00 gal (143.83 l)
Hydraulic System
63.00 gal (238.46 l)
Hydraulic Tank
63.00 gal (238.46 l)
Tires
Caterpillar TL1255C 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 TL1255C Telehandler Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward
20.40 mph (32.83 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears
4
Number Of Reverse Gears
3
Weights
Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Weights specifications
Operating Weight
35,860.00 lbs (16,265.84 kg)
