The JCB 540 140 telehandler forklift (2004-2017) stands out for above-average engine power at 125 hp (93 kW), while above-average weight comes in at 23,942 lb (10.9 t). It also has capacity at full forward reach of 2,756 lb (1.25 t).
Specification profile
Telehandler • 2004-2017
Weight: 23,942 lb (10.9 t)Engine power: 125 hp (93 kW)Capacity at Full Forward Reach: 2,756 lb (1.25 t)Capacity at Full Lift Height: 8,818 lb (4 t)
23,942 lb (10.9 t)Weight
125 hp (93 kW)Engine power
2,756 lb (1.25 t)Capacity at Full Forward Reach
8,818 lb (4 t)Capacity at Full Lift Height
19.9 mph (32 km/h)Travel speed
7.71 ft (2.35 m)Transport width
8.5 ft (2.59 m)Transport height
45.3 ft (13.8 m)Lifting Height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Above average
125 hp (93 kW)
Low 49.6 hp (37 kW)Typical 102 hp (75.9 kW)High 173 hp (129 kW)
Engine power is above the typical figure.
Weight
Above average
23,942 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
High
8,818 lb (4 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 above the typical figure.
Travel speed
Above average
19.9 mph (32 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 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 | 540 140 telehandler forklift |
| Category | Telehandler |
| Model year / production | 2004-2017 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power125 hp (93 kW)
Travel speed19.9 mph (32 km/h)
Dimensions
Capacity at Full Forward Reach2,756 lb (1.25 t)
Capacity at Full Lift Height8,818 lb (4 t)
Lifting Height45.3 ft (13.8 m)
Max. Reach Horizontal30.3 ft (9.25 m)
Transport height8.5 ft (2.59 m)
Transport length20.5 ft (6.25 m)
Transport width7.71 ft (2.35 m)
Capacity & weight
Weight23,942 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 levelEuro III B
Engine manufacturerJCB
Engine typeEcoMax
Number of cylinders4.0
Side DisplacementNo
Transmission TypeW
Setup & fitment
Standard tyres15.5-25
Features
Diesel particulate filterNo
Other specifications
Model series540
Centre of Gravity19.7 in (500 mm)
Inclination CorrectionNo
StVZO EquipmentNo

