The Caterpillar th255 telehandler forklift (2010-2013) brings together below-average engine power at 84.5 hp (63 kW) and low weight at 10,800 lb (4.9 t). Its published capacity at full forward reach is 1,896 lb (0.86 t).
Specification profile
Telehandler • 2010-2013
Weight: 10,800 lb (4.9 t)Engine power: 84.5 hp (63 kW)Capacity at Full Forward Reach: 1,896 lb (0.86 t)Capacity at Full Lift Height: 2,998 lb (1.36 t)
10,800 lb (4.9 t)Weight
84.5 hp (63 kW)Engine power
1,896 lb (0.86 t)Capacity at Full Forward Reach
2,998 lb (1.36 t)Capacity at Full Lift Height
16.2 mph (26 km/h)Travel speed
5.97 ft (1.82 m)Transport width
6.3 ft (1.92 m)Transport height
18.4 ft (5.6 m)Lifting Height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Below average
84.5 hp (63 kW)
Low 49.6 hp (37 kW)Typical 102 hp (75.9 kW)High 173 hp (129 kW)
Engine power is below the typical figure.
Weight
Low
10,800 lb (4.9 t)
Low 9,237 lb (4.19 t)Typical 21,299 lb (9.66 t)High 59,194 lb (26.9 t)
Weight is well below the typical figure.
Capacity at Full Forward Reach
Low
1,896 lb (0.86 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
2,998 lb (1.36 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
Below average
16.2 mph (26 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 below the typical figure.
Transport width
Below average
5.97 ft (1.82 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 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 EquipmentNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | th255 telehandler forklift |
| Category | Telehandler |
| Model year / production | 2010-2013 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power84.5 hp (63 kW)
Travel speed16.2 mph (26 km/h)
Dimensions
Capacity at Full Forward Reach1,896 lb (0.86 t)
Capacity at Full Lift Height2,998 lb (1.36 t)
Lifting Height18.4 ft (5.6 m)
Max. Reach Horizontal10.7 ft (3.25 m)
Transport height6.3 ft (1.92 m)
Transport length12 ft (3.66 m)
Transport width5.97 ft (1.82 m)
Capacity & weight
Weight10,800 lb (4.9 t)
Nominal Load at COG5,512 lb (2.5 t)
Engine & drivetrain
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine typeC4.4 DIT
Side DisplacementNo
Setup & fitment
Standard tyres12.00×16.5
Features
Diesel particulate filterNo
Other specifications
Model seriesTH
Centre of Gravity19.7 in (500 mm)
Inclination CorrectionNo
StVZO EquipmentNo

