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Machine A

✓ Caterpillar TL642 Telescopic

Machine B

✓ JCB 540-140 Telescopic

Comparison Overview

The Caterpillar TL642 Telescopic and JCB 540-140 Telescopic are both Forklift models. This page compares their full specification sheets side by side to help you identify the right machine for your application. Use the full spec table below to compare all available data points including hydraulics, dimensions, and drivetrain specifications.

Caterpillar

TL642 Telescopic

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JCB

540-140 Telescopic

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Engine

Alternator Supplied Amperage

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          65 A         

Bore

          4.20 in         

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Displacement

          268.50 cu in         

          268.60 cu in  ↑         

Engine Make

2236

2257

Engine Model

          3054C, Tier II         

          JCB EcoMAX T4i/IIIB         

Fuel Capacity

          38 gal  ↑         

          33.10 gal         

Fuel Tank

          38 gal         

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Gross Power

          99 hp  ↑         

          85 hp         

Gross Power - Basic

          99 hp         

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Height

          7.80 ft         

—

Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity

          40 gal  ↑         

          34.70 gal         

Hydraulic Tank

          40 gal         

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Lift Capacity At Full Reach

—

          441 lb         

Max Speed - Forward

          20.40 mph  ↑         

          15.60 mph         

Max Speed - Reverse

—

          15.60 mph         

Max Torque

—

          236.10 lb-ft         

Maximum Torque - Standard

          302.40 lb-ft         

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Net Power

          94.50 hp         

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Number of Cylinders

—

4

Number of Forward Gears

—

4

Number of Reverse Gears

—

4

Operating Voltage

—

          12 V         

Operating Weight

          20,240 lb  ↑         

          8,818.50 lb         

Optional Construction

13

—

Power Measured @

—

          2,200 rpm         

Relief Valve Pressure

—

          3,500 psi         

Standard

          13.00 x 24 12-PR         

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Stroke

          5 in         

—

Tire Size

—

          15.50 in         

Torque Measured @

—

          1,200 rpm         

Transmission Type

—

          4-speed powershift         

Travel Speed

—

          18.10 mph         

Width

          7.91 ft         

—

Dimensions

Dump Angle

—

          9.81 deg         

Ground Clearance

          1.37 ft  ↑         

          1.17 ft         

Length - Fork Face

          18.50 ft         

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Length To Fork Face

          18.48 ft         

          20.51 ft  ↑         

Lift Capacity To Full Height

—

          4,409.25 in         

Max Forward Reach

          30 ft         

          30.35 ft  ↑         

Max Lift Capacity

          6,500 lb         

          8,818.49 lb  ↑         

Max Lift Height

          42 in  ↑         

          33.54 ft         

Max Load At Max Height

          6,500 in         

          7,275.26 in  ↑         

Max Load At Max Reach

          700 lb         

          2,314.86 lb  ↑         

Overall Height

          7.81 ft         

          8.50 ft  ↑         

Turning Radius - Over Tires

          12 ft         

—

Turning Radius Outside Tires

          12 ft         

          13.46 ft  ↑         

Weight

—

          24,449.27 lb         

Wheel Base

          10.70 in         

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Wheelbase

          10.67 ft  ↑         

          9.52 ft         

Width Over Tires

          7.91 ft  ↑         

          7.71 ft         

Hydraulics

Bucket Crowd

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          2.50 lb         

Dump Time

—

          3.20 sec         

Extend

—

          19.50          

Hydraulic Pump

—

          103 l         

Lower Time

—

          15.50 sec         

Max Lift Capacity

          800 lb         

          8,818.50 lb  ↑         

Max Operating Pressure

—

          241 psi         

Pump Flow Capacity

—

          29.10 gal/min         

Raise Time

—

          15.10 sec         

Retract

—

          19.20          

Other

Load At Maximum Height

          6,500 in         

—

Load At Maximum Height - No Stabilizers

          6,500 in         

—

Load At Maximum Reach

          700 lb         

—

Load At Maximum Reach - No Stabilizers

          700 lb         

—

Maximum Forward Reach

          30 ft         

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Maximum Lift Height

          42 in         

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Rated Load Capacity

          6,500 lb         

—

Top Travel Speed

          20.40 mph         

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Boom Down

10

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Boom Up

13

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Drawbar Pull - Basic

          18,000 lb         

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Tele In

13

—

Tele Out

14

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Caterpillar TL642 Telescopic and JCB 540-140 Telescopic? +

The Caterpillar TL642 Telescopic and JCB 540-140 Telescopic are both Forklift models with different specifications suited to different applications. Key differences include engine power, operating weight, and working dimensions. Review the full spec table above for a complete side-by-side comparison of all available data points.

Which is better for Forklift work, the Caterpillar TL642 Telescopic or JCB 540-140 Telescopic? +

The best choice between the Caterpillar TL642 Telescopic and JCB 540-140 Telescopic depends on your specific application requirements including required digging depth, lift capacity, site access constraints, and budget. Compare the full specification tables above and focus on the specs most relevant to your job — typically engine power, operating weight, and key working dimensions.

Where can I find the full specifications for the Caterpillar TL642 Telescopic and JCB 540-140 Telescopic? +

Full specifications for both machines are listed in the comparison table on this page. The Caterpillar TL642 Telescopic has 47 documented specification data points and the JCB 540-140 Telescopic has 46. You can also view each machine's individual spec page for additional details.