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Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler

Category: Telehandlers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: TL1255C ➔

Caterpillar TL1255C is a telehandler designed for material handling, lifting, and placement tasks on construction and industrial job sites. It features a telescopic boom for extended reach and load positioning, making it suitable for moving palletized materials, construction supplies, and other heavy loads in confined or elevated areas. The TL1255C is part of Caterpillar's telehandler lineup and is commonly used in building, agriculture, and general site support applications. Key specifications typically include lift capacity, maximum lift height, forward reach, drivetrain configuration, and attachment compatibility. Exact performance details vary by configuration and production year.

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Axles

Manufacturer

Dana

Boom Performance

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

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

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

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

Pump Flow Capacity	15.00 gpm (56.78 lpm)
Pump Type	Load sensing piston
Relief Valve Pressure	3650 psi

Instrumentation

Features

Volt meter hourmeter engine oil pressure gauge fuel gauge water temperature gauge

Lift System

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

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

Features

Vinyl suspension seat single electronic joystick spacious interior ergonomic cab

Service Refill Capacities

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

Optional Construction	17.50 x 25 Foam Filled Rock Lug or 14.00 x 24 Solid
Standard	17.50 x 25 - 12 PR

Transmission

Max Speed - forward	20.40 mph (32.83 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	3

Weights

Operating Weight

35,860.00 lbs (16,265.84 kg)

Caterpillar TL1255Cs currently for sale

A 2016 Caterpillar TL1255C From T-Quip Sales & Rentals, Inc. for $75,000.00 USD

A 2013 Caterpillar TL1255C From Pittman Tractor Company, Inc. for Call for Price

A Caterpillar TL1255C From Holt of California CAT for $110,000.00 USD

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