Skytrak 6042 Telehandler Specs

Category: Telehandlers ➔
Manufacturer: Skytrak ➔
Model: 6042 ➔

SkyTrak 6042 telehandler is a rough-terrain telescopic handler designed for material lifting and placement on construction and industrial sites. It features a maximum lift capacity of 6,000 lb and a maximum lift height of 42 ft, with forward reach for loading, unloading, and jobsite material handling. The 6042 is commonly equipped with a four-wheel drive chassis, frame-leveling capability, and a telescoping boom for improved placement accuracy. It is used with forks and compatible attachments for handling palletized loads, lumber, masonry, and other construction materials. The SkyTrak 6042 is part of SkyTrak's telehandler lineup.

Dimensions

Skytrak 6042 Telehandler Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.34 ft (0.41 m)
Length To Fork Face	19.33 ft (5.89 m)
Overall Height	8.50 ft (2.59 m)
Turning Radius Outside Tires	13.98 ft (4.26 m)
Wheelbase	9.42 ft (2.87 m)
Width Over Tires	8.14 ft (2.48 m)

Engine

Skytrak 6042 Telehandler Engine specifications
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Displacement	238.00 cu in (3,900.13 cu cm)
Engine Make	2347
Engine Model	4BT3.9
Gross Power	99.00 hp (73.83 kw)
Max Torque	305.40 lbs ft (414.06 nm)
Number Of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2500 rpm
Torque Measured @	1500 rpm

Hydraulic

Skytrak 6042 Telehandler Hydraulic specifications
Pump Type	Piston Pump

Lift

Skytrak 6042 Telehandler Lift specifications
Max Forward Reach	2.79 ft (0.85 m)
Max Lift Capacity	6,000.99 lbs (2,722.01 kg)
Max Lift Height	4.17 ft (1.27 m)
Max Load At Max Height	6,000.99 lbs (2,722.01 kg)
Max Load At Max Reach	1,399.94 lbs (635.00 kg)

Operational

Skytrak 6042 Telehandler Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	65 amps
Drawbar Pull	23,578.50 lbs (10,695.04 kg)
Fuel Capacity	34.90 gal (132.10 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	60.00 gal (227.10 l)
Operating Voltage	12 V
Operating Weight	23,521.20 lbs (10,669.05 kg)
Tire Size	13.00 x 24 - 12 Ply

Transmission

Skytrak 6042 Telehandler Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	19.90 mph (32.03 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears	4
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Transmission Type	Modulated Powershift

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