In specification terms, the JCB 540 170 telehandler forklift (2021-2026) shows high engine power at 130 hp (97 kW) alongside above-average weight at 26,588 lb (12.1 t). The listed capacity at full forward reach is 1,764 lb (0.8 t).
Specification profile
Telehandler • 2021-2026
Weight: 26,588 lb (12.1 t)Engine power: 130 hp (97 kW)Capacity at Full Forward Reach: 1,764 lb (0.8 t)Capacity at Full Lift Height: 5,512 lb (2.5 t)
26,588 lb (12.1 t)Weight
130 hp (97 kW)Engine power
1,764 lb (0.8 t)Capacity at Full Forward Reach
5,512 lb (2.5 t)Capacity at Full Lift Height
24.9 mph (40 km/h)Travel speed
2,200 rpmEngine speed at max torque
8.01 ft (2.44 m)Transport width
8.83 ft (2.69 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
High
130 hp (97 kW)
Low 49.6 hp (37 kW)Typical 102 hp (75.9 kW)High 173 hp (129 kW)
Engine power is well above the typical figure.
Weight
Above average
26,588 lb (12.1 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
1,764 lb (0.8 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
Below average
5,512 lb (2.5 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 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
8.01 ft (2.44 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 | 540 170 telehandler forklift |
| Category | Telehandler |
| Model year / production | 2021-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power130 hp (97 kW)
Maximum torque550/1500 Nm
Engine speed at max torque2,200 rpm
Travel speed24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Dimensions
Capacity at Full Forward Reach1,764 lb (0.8 t)
Capacity at Full Lift Height5,512 lb (2.5 t)
Lifting Height54.8 ft (16.7 m)
Max. Reach Horizontal41 ft (12.5 m)
Transport height8.83 ft (2.69 m)
Transport length20.9 ft (6.36 m)
Transport width8.01 ft (2.44 m)
Capacity & weight
Weight26,588 lb (12.1 t)
Nominal Load at COG8,818 lb (4 t)
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement1.27 US gal (4.8 L)
Emission levelV
Engine manufacturerJCB
Engine typeDieselMax 448
Number of cylinders4.0
Side DisplacementNo
Transmission TypeW
Setup & fitment
Standard tyres440/80 R24
Features
Diesel particulate filterNo
Other specifications
Model series540
Centre of Gravity19.7 in (500 mm)
Inclination CorrectionNo
StVZO EquipmentNo
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