How much can a telehandler lift?
Telehandlers come in various shapes and sizes, with a range of lifting capacities that vary depending on the model and type. Typically, larger telehandlers can lift heavier loads.
A telehandler’s maximum lift capacity decreases as its boom extends. Always select a machine that can lift more than your required weight to ensure safe and efficient operation.
JCB has a variety of telehandler models for every application, so the telehandler lift capacity varies on the machine you select. Discover JCB's range.
JCB has a variety of telehandler models for every application, so the telehandler lift capacity varies on the machine you select.
At the top end is the 540-200 - a 20m rigid chassis telehandler that allows users to go the extra distance and lift loads up to 4,400kg. This option best suits the biggest projects, but there are a variety of other options with varying capacity:
| Model | Max lift height (m) | Max lift capacity (kg) |
|---|---|---|
| 514-40 | 4.035 | 1,400 |
| 520-40 | 4 | 2,000 |
| 520-40 Agri | 4 | 2,000 |
| 525-60E | 6 | 2,500 |
| 525-60 Hi Viz | 6 | 2,500 |
| 525-60 Agri/Agri Plus | 6 | 2,500 |
| 530-60 Agri | 6.09 | 3,000 |
| 531-70 | 7 | 3,100 |
| 532-60 Agri | 6.22 | 3,200 |
| 532-70 Agri | 7 | 3,200 |
| 533-105 | 10.22 | 3,200 |
| 535-95 | 9.5 | 3,500 |
| 535-125 Hi Viz | 12.27 | 3,500 |
| 536-95 Agri | 9.49 | 3,600 |
| 538-70 Agri | 7 | 3,800 |
| 538-60 Agri | 7 | 3,800 |
| 540-140 Hi Viz | 13.78 | 4,000 |
| 540-170 | 16.7 | 4,000 |
| 540-180 Hi Viz | 17.51 | 4,000 |
| 540-200 | 20 | 4,000 |
| 541-70 | 7 | 4,100 |
| 542-70 Agri | 7.01 | 4,200 |
| 542-70 AgriPro | 7.04 | 4,200 |
| 542-100 Agri | 9.8 | 4,200 |
| 546-70 Agri | 7.04 | 4,600 |
| 555-70 Agri | 7.04 | 5,500 |
| 560-80 Agri | 7.9 | 6,000 |
| 560-80 Wastemaster | 7.9 | 6,000 |