JLG 1255 Telehandler

Category: Telehandlers ➔
Manufacturer: JLG ➔
Model: 1255 ➔

The JLG 1255 is a heavy-duty telehandler designed for versatile material handling and lifting tasks in construction, agriculture, and industrial applications. Featuring a robust telescopic boom, the JLG 1255 offers extended reach and high load capacity, enhancing productivity on job sites. Its advanced hydraulic system ensures smooth and precise boom operation, while the all-terrain tires provide stability and maneuverability across various surfaces. The operator cabin is ergonomically designed for comfort and visibility, improving safety and control. With reliable performance and durable construction, the JLG 1255 telehandler is suitable for lifting, placing, and transporting heavy loads efficiently in demanding environments.

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Axles

Front	High Bias Limited Slip
Rear	Planetary

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	19 in (49 cm)
Overall Height	8 ft (3 m)
Overall length	20 ft (6 m)
Wheelbase	12 ft (4 m)
Width	9 ft (3 m)

Engine

Engine Model	QSF3.8L Tier 4 Final
Gross Power	130 hp (97 kw)
Power Measured @	1500 rpm

Lift System

Load Center	2 ft (1 m)
Max Forward Reach	42 ft (13 m)
Max Lift Capacity	12,000 lbs (5,443 kg)
Max Lift Height	55 ft (17 m)
Max Load at Max Height	5,000 lbs (2,268 kg)
Max Load at Max Reach	3,500 lbs (1,588 kg)

Operating Specifications

Drawbar Pull	25,400 lbs (11,521 kg)
Fuel Capacity	38 gal (145 l)
Tire Size	400/75-28

Performance

Maximum Lift	16 seconds
Maximum Lower	13 seconds
Maximum Telescope In	15 seconds
Maximum Telescope Out	18 seconds
Maximum Travel	20 mph (32 kph)

Transmission

Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	3
Transmission Type	Powershift

Weights

Operating weight

33,960 lbs (15,404 kg)

JLG 1255s currently for sale

A 2017 JLG 1255 From JGE Inc. for Call for Price

A 2023 JLG 1255 From Clark Equipment Rental & Sales for $229,900.00 USD

A 2023 JLG 1255 From Clark Equipment Rental & Sales for $229,000.00 USD

A 2023 JLG 1255 From Mid Country Machinery for $145,000.00 USD

A 2024 JLG 1255 From Mid Country Machinery for $171,000.00 USD

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