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Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler

Category: Telehandlers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: TL1255 ➔

The Caterpillar TL1255 Telehandler is a powerful and versatile machine designed for various material handling applications. With a maximum lift capacity of 12,000 lbs and a maximum lift height of 54.5 ft, this telehandler is equipped to handle heavy loads with ease. Featuring a Cat C4.4 engine with a gross power of 142 hp, inboard wet disc brakes, and a spacious operator station, the TL1255 offers efficient performance and operator comfort. With its impressive boom speed and load capacities, the Caterpillar TL1255 is a reliable and efficient choice for construction, agriculture, and industrial operations.

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General Specifications

Engine	C3.6 Starting 2023 Model Year
Gross Power	134 hp (100 kw) Starting 2023 Model Year
Load Capacity	12,000 lbs (5,443 kg) Starting 2023 Model Year
Max Forward Reach	42 ft (13 m) Starting 2023 Model Year
Max Lift Height	55 ft (17 m) Starting 2023 Model Year
Top Travel Speed	21 mph (34 kph) Starting 2023 Model Year

Axles

Manufacturer

Dana

Boom Performance

Boom Down	13.9 seconds
Boom Up	15.7 seconds
Drawbar Pull - Basic	20,000 lbs (9,072 kg)
Tele In	13.9 seconds
Tele Out	17.6 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 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)
Wheelbase	12 ft (4 m)
Width Over Tires	8 ft (3 m)

Engine

Engine Model	Cat C3.6TA Starting 2024 Model Year
Gross Power	142 hp (106 kw)
Gross Power - Basic	141 hp (105 kw)
Gross power ISO 14396	74 hp Starting 2024 Model Year
Gross power option ISO 14396	115 hp Starting 2024 Model Year
Net Power	135 hp (101 kw)

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)
Max Load at Max Height	5,000 lbs (2,268 kg)
Max Load at Max Reach	3,500 lbs (1,588 kg)
Maximum Forward Reach	41 ft Starting 2024 Model Year
Maximum lift height	54.6 ft Starting 2024 Model Year

Operating Specifications

Auxiliary hydraulic flow	14.5 gpm Starting 2024 Model Year
Auxiliary hydraulic pressure	4061 psi Starting 2024 Model Year
Fuel Capacity	38 gal (144 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	60 gal (227 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	55 ft (17 m)
Rated Load Capacity	12,000 lbs (5,443 kg)
Tire Size	17.50 x 25-12 PR
Top Travel Speed	19 mph (30 kph)
Travel speed forward	18 mph Starting 2024 Model Year

Operator Station

Features

Vinyl suspension seat single electronic joystick spacious interior ergonomic cab

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank	38 gal (144 l)
Hydraulic System	60 gal (227 l)
Hydraulic Tank	60 gal (227 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

Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	3

Weights

Operating weight	31238 lbs Starting 2024 Model Year
Operating Weight	34,182 lbs (15,505 kg) Starting 2023 Model Year

Caterpillar TL1255s currently for sale

A Caterpillar TL1255 From Wyoming Machinery Company for $335,881.00 USD

A Caterpillar TL1255 From Wheeler Machinery Co. for $291,300.00 USD

A Caterpillar TL1255 From Holt of California CAT for $69,950.00 USD

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