Skytrak 8042 Telehandler Specs

Category: Telehandlers ➔
Manufacturer: Skytrak ➔
Model: 8042 ➔

SkyTrak 8042 is a telescopic handler in the telehandler category, designed for material handling, lifting, and placement on construction and industrial job sites. It is commonly used for moving palletized loads, lifting materials to elevated work areas, and supporting site logistics. The 8042 designation identifies a model with an 8,000 lb class lift capacity and approximately 42 ft maximum lift height, depending on configuration and attachment setup. SkyTrak telehandlers are typically equipped with a boom, carriage, and fork attachment options for versatile load handling. The SkyTrak 8042 is used in construction, masonry, framing, and general material transport applications.

Dimensions

Skytrak 8042 Telehandler Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.45 ft (0.44 m)
Length To Fork Face	18.77 ft (5.72 m)
Overall Height	8.27 ft (2.52 m)
Turning Radius Outside Tires	13.00 ft (3.96 m)
Wheelbase	9.95 ft (3.03 m)
Width Over Tires	8.17 ft (2.49 m)

Engine

Skytrak 8042 Telehandler Engine specifications
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Displacement	274.70 cu in (4,501.54 cu cm)
Engine Make	2347
Engine Model	QSB4.5T
Gross Power	110.00 hp (82.03 kw)
Max Torque	305.40 lbs ft (414.06 nm)
Number Of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2500 rpm
Torque Measured @	1500 rpm

Hydraulic

Skytrak 8042 Telehandler Hydraulic specifications
Pump Type	Piston Pump

Lift

Skytrak 8042 Telehandler Lift specifications
Max Forward Reach	26.58 ft (8.10 m)
Max Lift Capacity	8,000.58 lbs (3,629.01 kg)
Max Lift Height	4.17 ft (1.27 m)
Max Load At Max Height	8,000.58 lbs (3,629.01 kg)
Max Load At Max Reach	1,798.98 lbs (816.00 kg)

Operational

Skytrak 8042 Telehandler Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	65 amps
Drawbar Pull	23,999.60 lbs (10,886.05 kg)
Fuel Capacity	35.00 gal (132.48 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	60.00 gal (227.10 l)
Operating Voltage	12 V
Operating Weight	25,366.40 lbs (11,506.02 kg)
Tire Size	13.00 x 24 - 12 Ply

Transmission

Skytrak 8042 Telehandler Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	20.00 mph (32.19 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears	4
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Transmission Type	Modulated Powershift

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