Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Specs

Category: Telehandlers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: TL642 ➔

The Caterpillar TL642 is a telehandler designed for material handling, lifting, and placement on construction and industrial job sites. It features a telescopic boom for extended reach and load positioning, making it suitable for moving palletized materials, loading trucks, and handling supplies in confined or elevated areas. The TL642 is part of Caterpillar's telehandler lineup and is commonly used in construction, agriculture, and general material handling applications. Key specifications typically include lift capacity, maximum lift height, forward reach, engine power, and drive configuration. Exact performance and configuration details may vary by model year and market.

Axles

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Axles specifications
Manufacturer	Dana

Boom Performance

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Boom Performance specifications
Boom Down	10 s
Boom Up	13 s
Drawbar Pull - Basic	18,000.00 lbs (8,164.67 kg)
Tele In	13 s
Tele Out	14 s

Brakes

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Brakes specifications
Features	Service Brakes - inboard wet disc brakes on front and rear axles; Parking Brakes- spring-applied hydraulic release on front axle
Parking Brake	Spring-applied hydraulic release on front axle

Dimensions

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.37 ft (0.42 m)
Height	7.83 ft (2.39 m)
Length	18.42 ft (5.61 m)
Length - Fork Face	18.50 ft (5.64 m)
Length To Fork Face	18.48 ft (5.63 m)
Overall Height	7.81 ft (2.38 m)
Turning Radius - Over Tires	12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Turning Radius Outside Tires	12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Weight	20,240.00 lbs (9,180.72 kg)
Wheel Base	10.70 ft (3.26 m)
Wheelbase	10.67 ft (3.25 m)
Width	8.00 ft (2.44 m)
Width Over Tires	7.91 ft (2.41 m)

Engine

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Engine specifications
Bore	4.20 in (10.67 cm)
Displacement	268.50 cu in (4,399.94 cu cm)
Engine Make	2236
Engine Model	Cat C4.4 DITAAC Tier III
Gross Power	99.00 hp (73.83 kw)
Gross Power - Basic	99.00 hp (73.83 kw)
Maximum Torque - Standard	302.40 lbs ft (409.99 nm)
Net Power	94.50 hp (70.47 kw)
Stroke	5.00 in (12.70 cm)

Hydraulic

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Hydraulic specifications
Pump Type	Single Section

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Type	Single-section

Instrumentation

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Instrumentation specifications
Features	Volt meter, hourmeter, engine oil pressure gauge, fuel gauge, water temperature gauge

Lift

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Lift specifications
Max Forward Reach	30.00 ft (9.14 m)
Max Lift Capacity	6,500.00 lbs (2,948.35 kg)
Max Lift Height	42.00 ft (12.80 m)
Max Load At Max Height	6,500.00 lbs (2,948.35 kg)
Max Load At Max Reach	700.00 lbs (317.52 kg)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Operating Specifications specifications
Load At Maximum Height	6,500.00 lbs (2,948.35 kg)
Load At Maximum Height - No Stabilizers	6,500.00 lbs (2,948.35 kg)
Load At Maximum Reach	700.00 lbs (317.52 kg)
Load At Maximum Reach - No Stabilizers	700.00 lbs (317.52 kg)
Maximum Forward Reach	30.00 ft (9.14 m)
Maximum Lift Height	42.00 ft (12.80 m)
Rated Load Capacity	6,500.00 lbs (2,948.35 kg)
Top Travel Speed	20.40 mph (32.83 kph)

Operational

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Operational specifications
Fuel Capacity	38.00 gal (143.83 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	40.00 gal (151.40 l)
Operating Weight	20,240.00 lbs (9,180.72 kg)
Tire Size	13.00 x 24 12-PR

Operator Station

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Operator Station specifications
Features	Vinyl suspension seat, single electronic joystick, spacious interior, ergonomic cab

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Service Refill Capacities specifications
Fuel Tank	38.00 gal (143.83 l)
Hydraulic System	40.00 gal (151.40 l)
Hydraulic Tank	40.00 gal (151.40 l)

Tires

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Tires specifications
Optional Construction	13.00 x 24 Foam Filled or Rock Lug or Solid
Standard	13.00 x 24 12-PR

Transmission

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	20.40 mph (32.83 kph)

Weights

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Weights specifications
Operating Weight	20,240.00 lbs (9,180.72 kg)

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