Category : Telehandlers ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : TL943 ➔
The Caterpillar TL943 is a telehandler designed for material handling, lifting, and placement tasks on construction and industrial sites. It features a telescopic boom for extended reach and elevated load positioning, making it suitable for loading, unloading, and moving palletized materials. The TL943 is commonly used in applications that require both lift height and forward reach in confined or uneven work areas. As part of Caterpillar's telehandler lineup, it is built for versatility across jobsite conditions and supports a range of attachments for different handling tasks. Specifications may vary by configuration, region, and production year.
Axles
Caterpillar TL943 Telehandler Axles specifications
Manufacturer
Dana
Boom Performance
Caterpillar TL943 Telehandler Boom Performance specifications
Boom Down
9.1 s
Boom Up
11.8 s
Drawbar Pull - Basic
22,619.00 lbs (10,259.82 kg)
Tele In
12.9 s
Tele Out
14.7 s
Brakes
Caterpillar TL943 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 TL943 Telehandler Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance
1.58 ft (0.48 m)
Height
8.00 ft (2.44 m)
Length
20.42 ft (6.22 m)
Length - Fork Face
20.50 ft (6.25 m)
Length To Fork Face
20.51 ft (6.25 m)
Overall Height
8.00 ft (2.44 m)
Turning Radius - Over Tires
12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Turning Radius Outside Tires
12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Weight
27,060.00 lbs (12,274.22 kg)
Wheel Base
11.00 ft (3.35 m)
Wheelbase
11.00 ft (3.35 m)
Width
8.50 ft (2.59 m)
Width Over Tires
7.94 ft (2.42 m)
Engine
Caterpillar TL943 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 TL943 Telehandler Hydraulic specifications
Pump Type
Tandem Gear Pump
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar TL943 Telehandler Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Type
Tandem gear pump
Instrumentation
Caterpillar TL943 Telehandler Instrumentation specifications
Features
Volt meter, hourmeter, engine oil pressure gauge, fuel gauge, water temperature gauge
Lift
Caterpillar TL943 Telehandler Lift specifications
Max Forward Reach
31.40 ft (9.57 m)
Max Lift Capacity
9,000.00 lbs (4,082.34 kg)
Max Lift Height
43.00 ft (13.11 m)
Max Load At Max Height
7,000.00 lbs (3,175.15 kg)
Max Load At Max Reach
2,700.00 lbs (1,224.70 kg)
Operating Specifications
Caterpillar TL943 Telehandler Operating Specifications specifications
Load At Maximum Height
7,000.00 lbs (3,175.15 kg)
Load At Maximum Height - No Stabilizers
7,000.00 lbs (3,175.15 kg)
Load At Maximum Reach
1,200.00 lbs (544.31 kg)
Load At Maximum Reach - No Stabilizers
1,200.00 lbs (544.31 kg)
Maximum Forward Reach
31.40 ft (9.57 m)
Maximum Lift Height
43.00 ft (13.11 m)
Rated Load Capacity
9,000.00 lbs (4,082.34 kg)
Top Travel Speed
17.60 mph (28.32 kph)
Operational
Caterpillar TL943 Telehandler Operational specifications
Fuel Capacity
38.00 gal (143.83 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
40.00 gal (151.40 l)
Operating Weight
26,050.00 lbs (11,816.10 kg)
Tire Size
13.00 x 24 12-PR
Operator Station
Caterpillar TL943 Telehandler Operator Station specifications
Features
Vinyl suspension seat, single electronic joystick, spacious interior, ergonomic cab
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar TL943 Telehandler Service Refill Capacities specifications
Fuel Tank
38.00 gal (143.83 l)
Hydraulic Tank
40.00 gal (151.40 l)
Tires
Caterpillar TL943 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 TL943 Telehandler Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward
17.60 mph (28.32 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears
4
Number Of Reverse Gears
3
Weights
Caterpillar TL943 Telehandler Weights specifications
Operating Weight
26,050.00 lbs (11,816.10 kg)
