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Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Specs

The Caterpillar TL1255C is a heavy-duty telehandler designed for material handling in construction, industrial, and agricultural applications. It features a maximum lift capacity of 12,000 lb and a maximum lift height of 55 ft, making it suitable for placing loads at elevated work areas and moving materials across job sites. The TL1255C is equipped with a telescopic boom, four-wheel drive, and rough-terrain capability for operation on uneven ground. Common attachments include forks, buckets, and work platforms. The model is part of Caterpillar's telehandler lineup and is used for lifting, loading, and positioning materials in demanding environments.


Axles

Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Axles specifications
Manufacturer Dana

Boom Performance

Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Boom Performance specifications
Boom Down 14.8 seconds
Boom Up 16 seconds
Drawbar Pull - Basic 20,000.00 lbs (9,071.86 kg)
Tele In 13.4 seconds
Tele Out 17.2 seconds

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 19.20 in (48.77 cm)
Height 8.40 ft (2.56 m)
Length - Fork Face 20.80 ft (6.34 m)
Length to Fork Face 20.80 ft (6.34 m)
Overall Height 8.40 ft (2.56 m)
Turning Radius - Over Tires 14.00 ft (4.27 m)
Turning Radius Outside Tires 14.20 ft (4.33 m)
Wheel Base 12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Wheelbase 12.10 ft (3.69 m)
Width Over Tires 8.40 ft (2.56 m)

Engine

Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Engine specifications
Engine Make Caterpillar
Engine Model Cat C4.4 ACERT Tier 4 Interim
Gross Power 142.20 hp (106.04 kw)
Gross Power - Basic 142.10 hp (105.97 kw)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Flow Capacity 15.00 gpm (56.78 lpm)
Pump Type Load sensing piston
Relief Valve Pressure 3650 psi

Instrumentation

Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Instrumentation specifications
Features Volt meter hourmeter engine oil pressure gauge fuel gauge water temperature gauge

Lift System

Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Lift System specifications
Max Forward Reach 42.70 ft (13.01 m)
Max Lift Capacity 11,999.80 lbs (5,443.02 kg)
Max Lift Height 54.50 ft (16.61 m)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler Operating Specifications 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)
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)
Operating Weight 35,862.60 lbs (16,267.02 kg)
Rated Load Capacity 12,000.00 lbs (5,443.12 kg)
Tire Size 400/75-28 Duraforce MT
Top Travel Speed 20.40 mph (32.83 kph)

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)
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