For the JCB 540p140 telehandler forklift (2017-2020), low engine power at 73.8 hp (55 kW) is paired with above-average weight at 23,986 lb (10.9 t). Its published capacity at full forward reach is 2,756 lb (1.25 t).
Specification profile
Telehandler • 2017-2020
Weight: 23,986 lb (10.9 t)Engine power: 73.8 hp (55 kW)Capacity at Full Forward Reach: 2,756 lb (1.25 t)Capacity at Full Lift Height: 2,227 lb (1.01 t)
23,986 lb (10.9 t)Weight
73.8 hp (55 kW)Engine power
2,756 lb (1.25 t)Capacity at Full Forward Reach
2,227 lb (1.01 t)Capacity at Full Lift Height
12.4 mph (20 km/h)Travel speed
1,300 rpmEngine speed at max torque
295 lb-ft (400 Nm)Maximum torque
7.71 ft (2.35 m)Transport width
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
23,986 lb (10.9 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
Average
2,756 lb (1.25 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 close to the typical figure.
Capacity at Full Lift Height
Low
2,227 lb (1.01 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
Low
12.4 mph (20 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 below the typical figure.
Maximum torque
Below average
295 lb-ft (400 Nm)
Low 88.5 lb-ft (120 Nm)Typical 343 lb-ft (464 Nm)High 594 lb-ft (805 Nm)
Maximum torque is below 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 EquipmentYES
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | JCB |
|---|---|
| Model | 540p140 telehandler forklift |
| Category | Telehandler |
| Model year / production | 2017-2020 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power73.8 hp (55 kW)
Maximum torque295 lb-ft (400 Nm)
Engine speed at max torque1,300 rpm
Travel speed12.4 mph (20 km/h)
Dimensions
Capacity at Full Forward Reach2,756 lb (1.25 t)
Capacity at Full Lift Height2,227 lb (1.01 t)
Lifting Height45.2 ft (13.8 m)
Max. Reach Horizontal31.6 ft (9.64 m)
Transport height8.5 ft (2.59 m)
Transport length20.4 ft (6.23 m)
Transport width7.71 ft (2.35 m)
Capacity & weight
Weight23,986 lb (10.9 t)
Nominal Load at COG8,818 lb (4 t)
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke103×132 mm
Displacement1.16 US gal (4.4 L)
Emission levelTier 4i/ IIIB
Engine manufacturerJCB
Engine typeEcoMax 444 TCA
Number of cylinders4.0
Side DisplacementNo
Transmission TypeW
Setup & fitment
Standard tyres15.5-25 12PR
Features
Diesel particulate filterNo
Other specifications
Model series540
Centre of Gravity19.7 in (500 mm)
Inclination CorrectionNo
StVZO EquipmentYes
