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Overview

The TL1255C is a highly versatile machine, designed to deliver maximum performance with traditional Cat reliability, durability and productivity in the toughest working conditions.

Operating Specifications

Rated Load Capacity
12000.00 lb
5443.00 kg
Maximum Lift Height
54.30 ft
16600.00 mm
Load at Max Height - Stabilizers Down
5000.00 lb
2268.00 kg
Load at Max Height - Stabilizers Up
4000.00 lb
1814.00 kg
Maximum Forward Reach
42.50 ft
13000.00 mm
Load at Max Reach - Stabilizers Down
3500.00 lb
1587.00 kg
Top Travel Speed
20.40 mph
32.80 km/h
Load at Max Height
5000.00 lb
2268.00 kg
Load at Max Reach
3498.73 lb
1587.00 kg

Engine

Engine Model
Cat® C4.4 ACERT™, Tier 4 Interim
Gross Power (Basic)
142.10 hp
106.00 kW

Weights

Operating Weight
35860.00 lb
16267.00 kg

Dimensions

Height
8.40 ft
2560.00 mm
Width
8.40 ft
2560.00 mm
Wheelbase
12.00 ft
3660.00 mm
Length to Fork Face
20.80 ft
6330.00 mm
Ground Clearance
19.00 in
483.00 mm
Turning Radius Over Tires
14.00 ft
4300.00 mm

Tires

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

Hydraulic System

Pump Type
Load sensing piston

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank
38.00 gal
144.00 L
Hydraulic Tank
63.00 gal
238.00 L
Hydraulic System
63.00 gal
238.00 L

Boom Performance

Boom Up
16.00 Seconds
16.00 Seconds
Boom Down
14.80 Seconds
14.80 Seconds
Tele In
13.40 Seconds
13.40 Seconds
Tele Out
17.20 Seconds
17.20 Seconds
Drawbar Pull (Basic)
20000.00 lb
88.96 kN

Brakes

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

Axles

Manufacturer
Dana

Operator Station

Features
Vinyl suspension seat, single electronic joystick, spacious interior, ergonomic cab

Instrumentation

Features
Volt meter, hourmeter, engine oil pressure gauge, fuel gauge, water temperature gauge
Sales Features

Operator Station

The operator station provides comfort and protection with improved job site visibility and convenient, easier to use controls.

Ease of Operation

Ease of operation was extremely important in the design of the new TL1255C telehandler. The joystick is designed for comfort and efficiency.

Performance

The TL1255C delivers high performance to meet your specific job site needs.

Power Train

Caterpillar componentry, including a Cat® C4.4 ACERT™ Tier 4 Interim engine, gives you the quality power train that you expect.

Versatility

The TL1255C telehandler is as versatile as your toughest job demands.

Cost of Ownership

Specifically designed to lower your owning and operating costs.

Serviceability and Customer Support

Caterpillar Dealer Services enables you to operate longer with lower costs, helped by significantly extended service intervals.
Standard Equipment
  • TELESCOPIC BOOM
    • Boom angle indicator
    • Cat IT Coupler
  • ELECTRICAL
    • Alternator, 60 amp, 12 volt
    • Battery, 12 volt, 1000 CCA
    • Horn
    • Alarm, backup
  • OPERATOR STATION
    • Canopy, ROPS/FOPS
    • Joystick, single electronic
    • Adjustable joystick wristrest
    • Low step, grab bars for easy entry
    • Seat - vinyl, suspension with Cat logo
    • Steering wheel spinner knob
    • Floor mat - heavy duty
    • Left side rear view mirror
    • Service door, cab air intake filter, fuel fill, hydraulic fill, level indicator, fuse panel and washer fill
    • Instruments - volt meter, hourmeter, engine oil pressure gauge, water temperature gauge. All gauges protected by clear acrylic cover.
    • Park Brake with indicator light
    • Steering Wheel with Cat logo
    • Cat keys and locks
    • Brakes - wet disc service
    • Belt, seat - 3" wide
  • POWER TRAIN
    • Engine, Cat® C4.4 ACERT™, Tier 4 Interim - 142.1 hp
    • Thermal starting aid
    • Transmission, ZF, WG98-TSC Power-shift, 4-speed forward, 3-speed reverse
    • Cat filters, hoses and couplings
    • Axles - Dana
      • Trunnion mounted planetary 45 degree steer axles; integral steer cylinder; and high bias limited slip differential on front axle.
    • Steering - 4 wheel
    • Drive - 4 wheel
    • Air cleaner, 11 in.
  • STRUCTURE
    • Chassis, frame level up to 10 degrees when operating in rough, uneven terrain
    • Stabilizers/Outriggers
  • ANTI-FREEZE
    • Coolant - Anti-freeze, 50/50 Mix
  • TIRES
    • Tires - 14.00 x 24 - 12 PR
  • OTHER EQUIPMENT
    • Integrated lift and tie down points
    • Standard Cat color paint
    • Auxillary hydraulics for auxillary attachments (one function)
Optional Equipment
  • TELESCOPIC BOOM
    • Hydraulic IT Coupler (includes Auxiliary Electrics)
  • ELECTRICAL
    • Work Light Group: 3 Cab Mounted Lights -- 2 forward, 1 rearward; 1 Reversing Light; 2 Boom Mounted Lights; 1 Rotating Beacon
    • Engine heater block
    • Heater - open cab
    • Road Light Group -- Headlights, Brake Lights, Turn Signals
  • OPERATOR STATION
    • Air conditioning
    • Single Joystick - with Rocker Switch
    • EROPS - Cab Enclosure (Door, Safety Glass Windows, Front Windshield Wiper, Heater & Defroster Fan)
    • Skylight Wiper
    • Brick Guard - Front and top
  • TIRES
    • Tires - 17.50 x 25 Foam filled
    • Tires - 17.50 x 25 Rock Lug
    • Spare - 17.50 x 25 Tire and Wheel
    • Spare Rock Lug - 17.50 x 25 Tire and Wheel
    • Tires - 14.00 x 24 Solid
  • OTHER EQUIPMENT
    • Fenders
    • Tow Hook - Pintle Type
    • Instant Hook - 4000 lb capacity, boom head mounted winch
    • Artic package - Package includes: 2400 AMP starter, 1000 watt hydraulic reservoir heater, 500 watt engine oil-pan heater, Dual maintenance free, 1375 CCA gel cell batteries, 160 watt battery heating blanket, 1000 watt engine block heater
  • WORK TOOLS
    • Work Platform - 8 ft x 4 ft; 1000 lb maximum capacity (available from factory)
    • Carriage - side shift, 48 in., 12,000 lb. capacity (available from factory)
    • Lifting Hook - fork mounted (available from factory)
    • Truss Broom
    • Carriage - standard tilt, 50 in., 12,000 lb. capacity (available from factory)
    • Carriage - wide tilt, 72 in., 12,000 lb. capacity (available from factory)
    • Carriage - standard rotate, 50 in., 10,000 lb. capacity (available from factory)
    • Carriage - wide rotate, 72 in., 10,000 lb. capacity (available from factory)
    • Carriage - swing, 72 in., 100 degrees, 10,000 lb. capacity, 5,000 lb. swung (available from factory)
    • Pallet Forks - two 60 in, 2 in x 6 in, 12,000 lb. capacity per pair (available from factory)
    • Pallet Forks - two 48 in, 2.36 in x 4 in, 12,000 lb. capacity per pair (available from factory)
    • Cubing Forks - two 48 in, 2 in x 2 in, 3,800 lb. capacity per pair (available from factory)
    • Bucket - General Purpose 1.3 Cu. Yd.
    • Bucket - Material Handling 1.95 Cu. Yd.
    • Bucket - Multi-Purpose, 1.3 Cu. Yd.
    • Carriage - swing, 72 in., 180 degrees, 10,000 lb. capacity, 5,000 lb. swung (available from factory)