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Caterpillar TL642

Series: Caterpillar Telescopic Forklift

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The TL642 from Caterpillar is part of the Caterpillar Telescopic Forklift series. The engine delivers 100.4 hp (70.5 kW), with a displacement of 4,399.9 cm³. The unladen weight is 9,180.7 kg. The wheelbase measures 3,252.2 mm. Ground clearance is 417.6 mm. The tank holds 143.8 litres. The hydraulic tank holds 151.4 litres. The engine fitted is the Cat C4,4 DITAAC Tier III. Tyre size: 13,00 x 24 12-PR. The Caterpillar Telescopic Forklift series covers 28 models. Rated output within it ranges from 85.2 to 144 hp; the TL642 sits in the lower part of that range with 100.4 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the TH255 below it with 85.2 hp and the TH220B above it with 101.3 hp. 1091 Caterpillar models across 47 series are on record. The model is listed under Telehandlers. 10 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelCat C4.4 DITAAC Tier IIIcorrect
Power100.4 hp (70.5 kW)correct
Displacement4,399.9 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase3,252.2correct
Ground clearance417.6correct
Unladen weight9,180.7 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Tyre size13.00 x 24 12-PRcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity151.4 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity143.8 lcorrect

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 7.7 kW/t (70 kW / 9.2 t)

Stronger than 28% of the telehandlers in the register — out of 658 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Caterpillar TL642 have?

The Caterpillar TL642 delivers 100 hp.

How much does the Caterpillar TL642 weigh?

The unladen weight is 9,181 kg.

What engine does the Caterpillar TL642 have?

4,400 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.

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