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Overview

The TL642C 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
6500.00 lb
2948.00 kg
Maximum Lift Height
42.00 ft
12800.00 mm
Load at Max Height - Stabilizers Down
6500.00 lb
2948.00 kg
Load at Max Height - Stabilizers Up
6500.00 lb
2948.00 kg
Maximum Forward Reach
30.00 ft
9100.00 mm
Load at Max Reach - Stabilizers Down
1700.00 lb
771.00 kg
Load at Max Reach - Stabilizers Up
600.00 lb
272.00 kg
Top Travel Speed
20.40 mph
30.00 km/h

Engine

Engine Model
Cat® C3.4B, Tier 4 Interim
Gross Power (Basic)
100.60 hp
75.00 kW
Maximum Torque - Standard
302.40 lb ft
410.00 N·m
Bore
4.13 in
105.00 mm
Stroke
4.99 in
127.00 mm
Displacement
268.50 in3
4.40 L

Weights

Operating Weight
21845.00 lb
9909.00 kg

Dimensions

Height
7.80 ft
2377.00 mm
Width
8.00 ft
2438.00 mm
Wheelbase
10.66 ft
3250.00 mm
Length to Fork Face
18.50 ft
5639.00 mm
Ground Clearance
16.40 in
416.00 mm
Turning Radius Over Tires
12.00 ft
3658.00 mm

Tires

Standard
370/75-28 Duraforce MT
Optional Construction
13.00 x 24 Foam Filled or Rock Lug or Solid

Hydraulic System

Pump Type
Single-section

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank
38.00 gal
144.00 L
Hydraulic Tank
38.00 gal
144.00 L
Hydraulic System
40.00 gal
151.40 L

Boom Performance

Boom Up
13.00 Seconds
13.00 Seconds
Boom Down
10.00 Seconds
10.00 Seconds
Tele In
13.00 Seconds
13.00 Seconds
Tele Out
14.00 Seconds
14.00 Seconds
Drawbar Pull (Basic)
18000.00 lb
80.07 kN

Brakes

Parking Brake
Spring-applied hydraulic release on front axle
Features
Service Brakes - inboard wet disc brakes on front and rear axles; Parking Brakes- spring-applied hydraulic release 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 TL642C. The single joystick is designed to maximize operator efficiency.

Performance

The TL642C with outriggers in the down position offers additional capacity at maximum reach to meet your specific job site needs.

Power Train

Cat componentry, including a Cat C3.4B, Tier 4 Interim engine, gives you the quality power train that you expect.

Versatility

The TL642C 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
  • 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
  • POWER TRAIN
    • Engine, Cat C3.4B Tier 4 Interim (100.6 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 55 degree steer axles; integral steer cylinder, and high bias limited slip differential on front axle.
    • Steering - 4 wheel
    • Parking brake with indicator light
    • Drive - 4 wheel
  • STRUCTURE
    • Chassis, frame level up to 10 degrees when operating in rough, uneven terrain
    • Cat IT Coupler
  • ANTI-FREEZE
    • Coolant - Anti-freeze, 50/50 Mix
  • TIRES
    • Tires - 13.00 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: 2 Cab mounted headlights -- 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
    • Auxiliary hydraulics for Hydraulic Work Tools (one function)
    • Single Joystick - with Rocker Switch
    • EROPS - Cab Enclosure (Door, Safety Glass Windows, Front Windshield Wiper, Heater & Defroster Fan)
    • Skylight Wiper
    • Brick Guard - Top and front.
  • TIRES
    • Tires - 13.00 x 24 Foam filled
    • Tires - 13.00 x 24 Rock Lug
    • Spare - 13.00 x 24 Tire and Wheel
    • Spare Rock Lug - 13.00 x 24 Tire and Wheel
    • Tires - 13:00 x 24 Solid
  • OTHER EQUIPMENT
    • Fenders
    • Tow Hook - Pintle Type
    • Instant Hook - 4000 lb capacity, boom head mounted winch
    • Outriggers
    • 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
    • Access Work Platform - 8 ft x 4 ft; 1,000 maximum capacity (available from factory)
    • Carriage - side shift, 48 in. (available from factory)
    • Lifting Hook - fork mounted (available from factory)
    • Truss Broom
    • Carriage - standard tilt, 50 in. (available from factory)
    • Carriage - wide tilt, 72 in. (available from factory)
    • Carriage - standard rotate, 50 in. (available from factory)
    • Carriage - wide rotate, 72 in. (available from factory)
    • Carriage - swing, 72 in., 100 degrees, 6000 lb capacity, 5000 lb swung (available from factory)
    • Pallet Forks - two 60 in, 2 in x 6 in, capacity per pair 6600 lb (available from factory)
    • Pallet Forks - two 48 in, 2.36 in x 4 in, capacity per pair 6600 lb (available from factory)
    • Cubing Forks - two 48 in, 2 in x 2 in, capacity per pair 3800 lb (available from factory)
    • Bucket - General Purpose 1.3 Cu. Yd.
    • Bucket - Material Handling 1.95 Cu. Yd.
    • Bucket - Multi-Purpose, 1.3 Cu. Yd.