Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Specs

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

The Caterpillar TL642 is a telehandler designed for material handling, lifting, and jobsite loading applications. It features a telescopic boom for extended reach and placement of loads at height and distance, making it suitable for construction, agriculture, and industrial use. The TL642 is commonly associated with four-wheel drive, rough-terrain capability, and a compact frame for maneuverability in confined work areas. Typical telehandler functions include pallet handling, lifting construction materials, and supporting elevated work tasks. As a Caterpillar machine, the TL642 is part of a product line known for heavy equipment used in demanding site conditions and material transport operations.

General Specifications

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler General Specifications specifications
Engine	C3.6 — Starting 2023 Model Year
Gross Power	100.00 hp (74.57 kw) — Starting 2023 Model Year
Load Capacity	6,500.00 lbs (2,948.35 kg) — Starting 2023 Model Year
Max Forward Reach	30.00 ft (9.14 m) — Starting 2023 Model Year
Max Lift Height	42.00 ft (12.80 m) — Starting 2023 Model Year
Operating Weight	22,002.00 lbs (9,979.95 kg) — Starting 2023 Model Year
Top Travel Speed	19.00 mph (30.58 kph) — Starting 2023 Model Year

Axles

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Axles specifications
Manufacturer	Dana

Boom Performance

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

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	16.80 in (42.67 cm)
Height	7.80 ft (2.38 m)
Length - Fork Face	18.50 ft (5.64 m)
Length to Fork Face	18.50 ft (5.64 m)
Overall Height	7.90 ft (2.41 m)
Turning Radius - Over Tires	12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Turning Radius Outside Tires	12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Wheel Base	10.70 ft (3.26 m)
Wheelbase	10.70 ft (3.26 m)
Width Over Tires	8.00 ft (2.44 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 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)

Instrumentation

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

Lift System

Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler Lift System 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
Fuel Capacity	38.00 gal (143.83 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	40.00 gal (151.40 l)
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)
Operating Weight	20,240.00 lbs (9,180.72 kg)
Rated Load Capacity	6,500.00 lbs (2,948.35 kg)
Tire Size	13.00 x 24 12-PR
Top Travel Speed	20.40 mph (32.83 kph)

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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