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Caterpillar TL1255C Telehandler

Category: Telehandlers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: TL1255C ➔

The Caterpillar TL1255C is a robust telehandler designed for heavy-duty material handling and lifting tasks. Featuring a powerful engine and advanced hydraulic system, the TL1255C delivers high performance and reliability on construction sites, agriculture, and industrial applications. Its telescopic boom extends reach and height capabilities, enhancing versatility for loading, stacking, and placing materials. The telehandler offers operator comfort with ergonomic controls and excellent visibility. With durable construction and efficient fuel consumption, the Caterpillar TL1255C telehandler supports productivity in demanding environments. This model is widely used for lifting pallets, heavy equipment, and bulk materials in various sectors.

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Axles

Manufacturer

Dana

Boom Performance

Boom Down	14.8 seconds
Boom Up	16 seconds
Drawbar Pull - Basic	20,000 lbs (9,072 kg)
Tele In	13.4 seconds
Tele Out	17.2 seconds

Brakes

Features	Service Brakes - inboard wet disc brakes on front and rear axles; Parking Brakes - mechanical on front axle
Parking Brake	mechanical on front axle

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	19 in (49 cm)
Height	8 ft (3 m)
Length - Fork Face	21 ft (6 m)
Length to Fork Face	21 ft (6 m)
Overall Height	8 ft (3 m)
Turning Radius - Over Tires	14 ft (4 m)
Turning Radius Outside Tires	14 ft (4 m)
Wheel Base	12 ft (4 m)
Wheelbase	12 ft (4 m)
Width Over Tires	8 ft (3 m)

Engine

Engine Make	Caterpillar
Engine Model	Cat C4.4 ACERT Tier 4 Interim
Gross Power	142 hp (106 kw)
Gross Power - Basic	142 hp (106 kw)

Hydraulic System

Pump Flow Capacity	15 gpm (57 lpm)
Pump Type	Load sensing piston
Relief Valve Pressure	3650 psi

Instrumentation

Features

Volt meter hourmeter engine oil pressure gauge fuel gauge water temperature gauge

Lift System

Max Forward Reach	43 ft (13 m)
Max Lift Capacity	12,000 lbs (5,443 kg)
Max Lift Height	55 ft (17 m)

Operating Specifications

Drawbar Pull	24,000 lbs (10,886 kg)
Fuel Capacity	38 gal (144 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	63 gal (238 l)
Load at Maximum Height	5,000 lbs (2,268 kg)
Load at Maximum Height - Stabilizers Down	5,000 lbs (2,268 kg)
Load at Maximum Height - Stabilizers Up	4,000 lbs (1,814 kg)
Load at Maximum Reach	3,499 lbs (1,587 kg)
Load at Maximum Reach - Stabilizers Down	3,500 lbs (1,588 kg)
Maximum Forward Reach	43 ft (13 m)
Maximum Lift Height	54 ft (17 m)
Operating Weight	35,863 lbs (16,267 kg)
Rated Load Capacity	12,000 lbs (5,443 kg)
Tire Size	400/75-28 Duraforce MT
Top Travel Speed	20 mph (33 kph)

Operator Station

Features

Vinyl suspension seat single electronic joystick spacious interior ergonomic cab

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank	38 gal (144 l)
Hydraulic System	63 gal (238 l)
Hydraulic Tank	63 gal (238 l)

Tires

Optional Construction	17.50 x 25 Foam Filled Rock Lug or 14.00 x 24 Solid
Standard	17.50 x 25 - 12 PR

Transmission

Max Speed - forward	20 mph (33 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	3

Weights

Operating Weight

35,860 lbs (16,266 kg)

Caterpillar TL1255Cs currently for sale

A Caterpillar TL1255C From Holt of California CAT for $110,000.00 USD

A 2016 Caterpillar TL1255C From T-Quip Sales & Rentals, Inc. for $75,000.00 USD

A 2013 Caterpillar TL1255C From Pittman Tractor Company, Inc. for Call for Price

A 2012 Caterpillar TL1255C From Jeff Martin Auctioneers, Inc for Auction Pricing

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