JLG 1055 Telehandler Specs

Category: Telehandlers ➔
Manufacturer: JLG ➔
Model: 1055 ➔

The JLG 1055 is a telehandler designed for material handling, lifting, and placement on construction and industrial job sites. It is part of JLG's telehandler lineup and is commonly used to move palletized loads, building materials, and other heavy items over rough terrain. The machine combines a telescopic boom with forklift-style load handling, allowing extended reach and elevated placement. Typical applications include construction, agriculture, and equipment rental fleets. Key reference points for the JLG 1055 include lift capacity, maximum lift height, forward reach, engine type, drivetrain, and attachment compatibility. Exact specifications vary by configuration and model year.

Axles

JLG 1055 Telehandler Axles specifications
Front	High Bias, Limited Slip
Rear	Planetary

Brakes

JLG 1055 Telehandler Brakes specifications
Brakes Type	Wet Multi-Disc

Capacities

JLG 1055 Telehandler Capacities specifications
Fuel Tank	38.30 gal (144.97 l)

Dimensions

JLG 1055 Telehandler Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.60 ft (0.49 m)
Height	8.33 ft (2.54 m)
Length	27.00 ft (8.23 m)
Overall Height	8.40 ft (2.56 m)
Turning Radius Outside Tires	14.00 ft (4.27 m)
Weight	31,559.00 lbs (14,314.94 kg)
Wheelbase	11.60 ft (3.54 m)
Width	8.50 ft (2.59 m)

Engine

JLG 1055 Telehandler Engine specifications
Engine Model	QSF3.8L Tier 4 F
Gross Power	130.00 hp (96.94 kw)
Power Measured @	1500 rpm

Hydraulic

JLG 1055 Telehandler Hydraulic specifications
Pump Type	Load Sensing Piston

Lift

JLG 1055 Telehandler Lift specifications
Load Center	2.00 ft (0.61 m)
Max Lift Capacity	10,000.00 lbs (4,535.93 kg)
Max Lift Height	55.00 ft (16.76 m)
Max Load At Max Height	5,000.00 lbs (2,267.96 kg)
Max Load At Max Reach	3,000.00 lbs (1,360.78 kg)

Operational

JLG 1055 Telehandler Operational specifications
Drawbar Pull	25,400.00 lbs (11,521.26 kg)
Tire Size	400/75-28

Performance

JLG 1055 Telehandler Performance specifications
Maximum Lift	14 sec
Maximum Lower	11 sec
Maximum Telescope In	15 sec
Maximum Telescope Out	16 sec
Maximum Travel	20.00 mph (32.19 kph)

Transmission

JLG 1055 Telehandler Transmission specifications
Number Of Forward Gears	4
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Transmission Type	Powershift

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