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Caterpillar TL943 Telehandler

Category: Telehandlers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: TL943 ➔

The Caterpillar TL943 is a telehandler designed for material handling, lifting, and placement tasks on construction and industrial job sites. It features a telescopic boom for extended reach and elevated load positioning, making it suitable for loading, unloading, and moving materials in confined or uneven terrain. The TL943 is commonly used in applications requiring versatility, stability, and access to elevated work areas. As part of Caterpillar's telehandler lineup, it is built to support productivity in demanding environments where a combination of lift height, reach, and maneuverability is required.

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General Specifications

Engine	C3.6 Starting 2023 Model Year
Gross Power	111 hp (83 kw) Starting 2023 Model Year
Load Capacity	9,000 lbs (4,082 kg) Starting 2023 Model Year
Max Forward Reach	31 ft (9 m) Starting 2023 Model Year
Max Lift Height	43 ft (13 m) Starting 2023 Model Year
Operating Weight	25,750 lbs (11,680 kg) Starting 2023 Model Year
Top Travel Speed	18 mph (29 kph) Starting 2023 Model Year

Axles

Manufacturer

Dana

Boom Performance

Boom Down	9.1 seconds
Boom Up	11.8 seconds
Drawbar Pull - Basic	22,619 lbs (10,260 kg)
Tele In	12.9 seconds
Tele Out	14.7 seconds

Brakes

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

Ground Clearance	19 in (49 cm)
Height	8 ft (2 m)
Length - Fork Face	21 ft (6 m)
Length to Fork Face	21 ft (6 m)
Overall Height	8 ft (2 m)
Turning Radius - Over Tires	12 ft (4 m)
Turning Radius Outside Tires	12 ft (4 m)
Wheel Base	11 ft (3 m)
Wheelbase	11 ft (3 m)
Width Over Tires	8 ft (2 m)

Engine

Bore	4 in (11 cm)
Displacement	269 cu in (4,400 cu cm)
Engine Model	Cat C4.4 DITAAC Tier III
Gross Power	99 hp (74 kw)
Gross Power - Basic	99 hp (74 kw)
Maximum Torque - Standard	302 lbs ft (410 nm)
Net Power	95 hp (70 kw)
Stroke	5 in (13 cm)

Hydraulic System

Pump Type

Tandem gear pump

Instrumentation

Features

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

Lift System

Max Forward Reach	31 ft (10 m)
Max Lift Capacity	9,000 lbs (4,082 kg)
Max Lift Height	43 ft (13 m)
Max Load at Max Height	7,000 lbs (3,175 kg)
Max Load at Max Reach	1,200 lbs (544 kg)

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity	38 gal (144 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	40 gal (151 l)
Load at Maximum Height	7,000 lbs (3,175 kg)
Load at Maximum Height - No Stabilizers	7,000 lbs (3,175 kg)
Load at Maximum Reach	1,200 lbs (544 kg)
Load at Maximum Reach - No Stabilizers	1,200 lbs (544 kg)
Maximum Forward Reach	31 ft (10 m)
Maximum Lift Height	43 ft (13 m)
Operating Weight	26,050 lbs (11,816 kg)
Rated Load Capacity	9,000 lbs (4,082 kg)
Tire Size	13.00 x 24-12 PR
Top Travel Speed	18 mph (28 kph)

Operator Station

Features

Vinyl suspension seat single electronic joystick spacious interior ergonomic cab

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank	38 gal (144 l)
Hydraulic Tank	40 gal (151 l)

Tires

Optional Construction	13.00 x 24 Foam Filled or Rock Lug or Solid
Standard	13.00 x 24 12-PR

Transmission

Max Speed - forward	18 mph (28 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	3

Weights

Operating Weight

26,050 lbs (11,816 kg)

Caterpillar TL943s currently for sale

A Caterpillar TL943 From Ziegler CAT for $74,700.00 USD

A Caterpillar TL943 From Empresas MATCO SA. de CV. for $80,000.00 USD

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