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TL1255 Telehandler

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Overview

The TL1255 is precision engineered to handle any task, offering stability, maneuverability, speed and power in any application.

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Operator Station

Intuitive Control Layout All day operator comfort and efficiency is ensured through our simple, logical control layout.

Ease of Operation

Joystick Control The joystick allows three simultaneous boom functions and operates the auxiliary hydraulic function. It allows the option of a second auxiliary service for the use of work tools that require more than one hydraulic service.

Performance

Lift Height The TL1255 can effectively pick and place materials to a maximum height of 54.9 ft. (16.7 m).

Power Train

Transmission The TL1255 features a Cat PG145 power-shift transmission.

Versatility

Quick Coupler A manual IT quick coupler is standard on the TL-Series machines. For optimum versatility, an optional hydraulic quick coupler is available, allowing the operator to more easily change non-hydraulic work tools without leaving the cab.

Cost of Ownership

Ease of Access Cost of ownership starts with ease of service. All Cat Telehandler service points are accessible and major components are at ground level due to overall machine design.

Serviceability and Customer Support

Access All Cat Telehandler service points are accessible and major components are at ground level due to the overall machine design. A cab mounted service point allows access to the fuel fill, hydraulic oil fill, washer bottle, fuse box and cab air filter for routine checks.

Engine

Engine Model: Cat® C3.6L*
Gross Power - Basic: 134hp
Note: *Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emission standards.

Operating Specifications

Rated Load Capacity: 12000lb
Maximum Lift Height: 54.9ft
Maximum Forward Reach: 42ft
Top Travel Speed: 21mile/h
Maximum Lift Height (o/r Down): 54.9ft
Drawbar Pull - Loaded: 26510lb
Turning Radius - Over Tires: 14.1ft
Capacity at Maximum Height (o/r Down): 5000lb
Capacity at Maximum Reach (o/r Down): 3500lb
Frame Leveling: 10°
Operating Weight: 34182lb
Maximum Rated Load Capacity: 12000lb

Hydraulic System

Pump Type: Variable displacement load sensing axial piston pump
Auxiliary Hydraulic Flow: 25gal/min
Auxiliary Hydraulic Pressure: 3307psi

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank: 38gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank: 5.7gal (US)
Hydraulic System: 50gal (US)

Axles

Types (1): Trunnion mounted planetary 55-degree steer axles
Types (2): High bias limited slip differential on front axle

Braking System

Parking Brakes: Wet disc, spring applied hydraulic release on front axle
Service Brakes: Inboard wet disc brakes on front and rear axles

Transmission Speeds

Forward: 4 Speeds
Reverse: 3 Speeds

Tires

Standard: 400/75-28 Duraforce Air
Optional: 400/75-28 Duraforce Foam; 360/85-28 Telemaster Solid; 17.5 × 25 16PR Air; 17.5 × 25 12PR Foam; 400/75-28 Non-Marking Air; 400/75-28 Non-Marking Foam

Boom Performance

Boom Up: 17s
Boom Down: 14.4s
Tele In: 15.3s
Tele Out: 19.7s

Optional Work Tool Attachments

Carriages: Standard Tilt - Option 1: 50in
Truss with Winch - Option 1: 3ft
Carriages: Swing, 100°: 72in
Carriages: Dual Hydraulic Fork Positioner - Option 2: 72in
Carriages: Dual Hydraulic Fork Positioner - Option 1: 50in
Buckets: General Purpose - Option 1: 1.3yd³
Truss Booms - Option 1: 12ft
Carriages: Standard Tilt - Option 3: 72in
Buckets: Multi Purpose: 1.3yd³
Forks: Pallet - Option 2: 60in
Note: *For use with 1525 mm (60 in) forks or larger
Buckets: General Purpose - Option 2: 2yd³
Fork Extensions*: 90in
Forks: Pallet - Option 1: 48in
Coupler: Hydraulic IT Coupler (Includes Auxiliary Electronics)
Material Handling Arm: Adjustable 2-4 m (Adjustable 6.7-13.2 ft)
Forks: Pallet - Option 3: 72in
Carriages: Side Tilt - Option 2: 72in
Forks: Block/Cubing: 48in
Truss with Winch - Option 2: 12ft
Fork Mounted - Hook: Lifting Hook
Carriages: Side Shift: 48in
Truss Booms - Option 2: 15ft
Buckets: Grapple: 1.7yd³
Fork Mounted - Hopper: Trash Hopper
Carriages: Side Tilt - Option 1: 50in
Carriages: Standard Tilt - Option 2: 60in
Fork Mounted - Truss Boom: Adjustable 2.1-3.6 m (Adjustable 7-12 ft)
Fork Mounted - Work Platform: 1220 mm × 2438 mm (4 ft × 8 ft)

Standard/Optional Features

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
- 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 C3.6L - 100 kW (134 hp) gross horsepower
- Thermal starting aid
- Transmission, Cat PG145 6 speed Power-shift, 4-speed forward, 3-speed reverse
- Cat filters, hoses and couplings
- Axles - Dana
- Steering - 4 wheel
- 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 - 370/75-28 Duraforce Air
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 - 370/75-28 Duraforce Foam Fill
- Tires - 315/95-28 Telemaster Solid
- Tire - 14.00-24 16PR Air
- Tire - 14.00-24 12 PR Foam
- Tires - 370/75-28 Non-Marking Air
Other Equipment
- Fenders
- Tow Hook - Pintle Type
- 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
- Carriage - side shift, 50 in. (available from factory)
- Lifting Hook - fork mounted (available from factory)
- Truss Broom
- Carriage - standard tilt, 50 in. (available from factory)
- Carriage - standard rotate, 50 in. (available from factory)
- Carriage - swing, 72 in., 100 degrees, 9,000 lb. capacity, 5,000 lb. swung (available from factory)
- Pallet Forks - two 60 in, 2 in x 6 in, 9,000 lb. capacity per pair (available from factory)
- Pallet Forks - two 48 in, 2.36 in x 4 in, 9,000 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.
- Work Platform -- 8 ft x 4 ft with maximum capacity of 1,000 lbs. Includes enclosed fork pockets, side entry/exit gate, removable front rail and wire mesh floor

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