Caterpillar TL642 Telehandler

Caterpillar TL642

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General overview

Caterpillar TL642 is a Caterpillar model in the Other construction equipment category, manufactured in the United States and produced from 2003 to 2018. It is suited to construction jobsite work and is defined by an operating weight of 9,980 kg (22,000 lb) and a Cat C3.6L engine rated at 54 kW (73 hp), placing it in a clear powered equipment class for site use.

The TL642 uses a 4 forward / 3 reverse transmission and a Single Electronic Joystick for control. Its hydraulic system is listed at 151 L (40 US gal), with Pump Flow: 68 L/min (18 gpm) and System Relief Pressure: 240 bar (3,480 psi). U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emissions compliance and LED Work Lights complete the main specification set for operation.

Year

2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018

Country of manufacturing

United States

General specifications

Dimensions

Length

Height

Width

5,639 mm

~222 in

2,430 mm

~95.7 in

2,470 mm

~97.2 in

Operating Weight

9,980 kg

Power

73 hp

Boom Lift Capacity

2,948.35 kg

Maximum Lift Height

12.8 m

Additional specifications

Emission standard level

U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final

Displacement

3 cu(m)

Transmission type

4 forward / 3 reverse, powershift-style travel transmission implied by spec listing

Fuel tank

145 L

Cooling system

24 L

Gears

20,670 lbf

Battery Voltage

12

Control

Single Electronic Joystick

Main Pumps

L/sec

System Relief Pressure

24,000 kPa

Engine Model

Cat C3.6L

Engine Oil

10 L

Power - Net

73 hp

Net Power (ISO 9249)

73 hp

Pump Flow

68 L/min

Alternator Rating

140

Hydraulic System

151 L

Lights

LED Work Lights

Rated Operating Capacity

2,948.35 kg

Front Axle

20,670 lbf

Cylinders

4

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No confirmed market price is supplied for the Caterpillar TL642. Check current listings and compare machine condition, location, and configuration.

Listed features include 54.4 kW (73 hp) net power, a Cat C3.6L engine, U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final emissions compliance, a Single Electronic Joystick, LED Work Lights, and a 4 forward / 3 reverse travel transmission.

The TL642 uses a Cat C3.6L engine with 4 cylinders and 54.4 kW (73 hp) net power.

The TL642 has 54.4 kW (73 hp) of power. Its listed net power is also 54.4 kW (73 hp).

The supplied specifications do not confirm the fuel type for the Caterpillar TL642. They list a fuel tank capacity of 145 L (38.3 US gal).

The supplied information does not confirm specific job applications for this Caterpillar TL642. Review the machine’s configuration, attachments, and required operating capacities before matching it to a job.

The supplied data does not provide an expected service-life estimate for the TL642. Condition, maintenance history, operating environment, and inspection results are more useful indicators for an individual machine.

Check maintenance records, operating hours, leaks, hydraulic performance, engine operation, transmission function, tires, axle condition, controls, lights, and safety equipment. For this model, verify the Single Electronic Joystick, LED Work Lights, and fluid-system condition during inspection.