The JCB 540 180 hi viz telehandler forklift (2021-2026) combines low engine power at 73.8 hp (55 kW) with above-average weight at 25,089 lb (11.4 t). Its published capacity at full forward reach is 220 lb (0.1 t).
Specification profile
Telehandler • 2021-2026
Weight: 25,089 lb (11.4 t)Engine power: 73.8 hp (55 kW)Capacity at Full Forward Reach: 220 lb (0.1 t)Capacity at Full Lift Height: 1,102 lb (0.5 t)
25,089 lb (11.4 t)Weight
73.8 hp (55 kW)Engine power
220 lb (0.1 t)Capacity at Full Forward Reach
1,102 lb (0.5 t)Capacity at Full Lift Height
24.9 mph (40 km/h)Travel speed
2,200 rpmEngine speed at max torque
7.71 ft (2.35 m)Transport width
8.5 ft (2.59 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Low
73.8 hp (55 kW)
Low 49.6 hp (37 kW)Typical 102 hp (75.9 kW)High 173 hp (129 kW)
Engine power is well below the typical figure.
Weight
Above average
25,089 lb (11.4 t)
Low 9,237 lb (4.19 t)Typical 21,299 lb (9.66 t)High 59,194 lb (26.9 t)
Weight is above the typical figure.
Capacity at Full Forward Reach
Low
220 lb (0.1 t)
Low 661 lb (0.3 t)Typical 2,841 lb (1.29 t)High 11,993 lb (5.44 t)
Capacity at Full Forward Reach is well below the typical figure.
Capacity at Full Lift Height
Low
1,102 lb (0.5 t)
Low 1,653 lb (0.75 t)Typical 6,698 lb (3.04 t)High 19,842 lb (9 t)
Capacity at Full Lift Height is well below the typical figure.
Travel speed
High
24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Low 12.4 mph (20 km/h)Typical 18.4 mph (29.6 km/h)High 24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Travel speed is well above the typical figure.
Transport width
Average
7.71 ft (2.35 m)
Low 4.63 ft (1.41 m)Typical 7.56 ft (2.31 m)High 9.32 ft (2.84 m)
Transport width is close to the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Related measurements
Additional published measurements that share the same unit.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Side DisplacementNO
Diesel particulate filterNO
Inclination CorrectionNO
StVZO EquipmentNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | JCB |
|---|---|
| Model | 540 180 hi viz telehandler forklift |
| Category | Telehandler |
| Model year / production | 2021-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power73.8 hp (55 kW)
Maximum torque400/1300 Nm
Engine speed at max torque2,200 rpm
Travel speed24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Dimensions
Capacity at Full Forward Reach220 lb (0.1 t)
Capacity at Full Lift Height1,102 lb (0.5 t)
Lifting Height35.1 ft (10.7 m)
Max. Reach Horizontal34.4 ft (10.5 m)
Transport height8.5 ft (2.59 m)
Transport length20.6 ft (6.27 m)
Transport width7.71 ft (2.35 m)
Capacity & weight
Weight25,089 lb (11.4 t)
Nominal Load at COG8,818 lb (4 t)
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement0.79 US gal (3 L)
Emission levelV
Engine manufacturerJCB
Engine typeDieselMax 430
Number of cylinders4.0
Side DisplacementNo
Transmission TypeW
Setup & fitment
Standard tyres400/80 R24
Features
Diesel particulate filterNo
Other specifications
Model series540
Centre of Gravity19.7 in (500 mm)
Inclination CorrectionNo
StVZO EquipmentNo
