TH8-42

Construction telehandlers

TH8-42

Key Features

  • SUPERVIEW cab design for increased line of sight to forks and load
  • Simple F-N-R joystick mounted to the seat for ease of use and operator comfort
  • EASY STEP cab floor allows for clear visibility of the step for eit and entry
  • digital display with 50 operator aid messages to assist in correct operation
  • high visibility orange seat belt to verify operator use
  • stability system for machine re-position within restricted range

Key Specifications

  • 8,000 lbs. (3629 kg) maximum lifting capacity
  • 42' 6" (13 m) maximum lifting height
  • 127 hp (95 kW) Deutz diesel engine
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TH8-42 Construction telehandlers
Metric Imperial
Capacities Max. capacity 3628.70 kg 8000 lb
Max. lifting height 12.96 m 42 ft 6 in
Maximum outreach 8.69 m 28 ft 6 in
Weight and dimensions Overall length to carriage 6.30 m 20 ft 8 in
Overall length (with forks) 7.51 m 24 ft 8 in
Overall width 2.48 m 8 ft 2 in
Overall height 2.44 m 8 ft
Wheelbase 3.50 m 11 ft 6 in
Ground clearance 0.46 m 1 ft 6 in
Overall cab width 0.95 m 3 ft 1 in
Tilt-up angle 34 °
Tilt-down angle 96 °
External turning radius 4.01 m 13 ft 2 in
Overall weight 10864 kg 23951 lb
Tires type Pneumatic
Forks length / width / section 1219 mm x 101 mm x 50.80 mm 48 in x 4 in x 2 in
Frame leveling longitudinal +/- 10 °
Frame leveling corrector 10 °
Performances Lifting 11 s
Lowering 6 s
Extension 17 s
Retraction 11 s
Crowd 4 s
Dump 6 s
Engine Engine brand Deutz
Engine norm Tier 4 final
Engine model TCD 3.6 L4
Number of cylinders / Capacity of cylinders 4 - 3600 cm³ 4 - 220 in³
Engine power (Hp/kW) 127 Hp / 95 kW
Max. torque / Engine rotation 500 Nm @ 2300 rpm 369 ft/lbs @ 2300 rpm
Transmission Transmission type Powershift
Number of gears (forward / reverse) 5 / 3
Max. travel speed 34.60 km/h 21 mph
Parking brake Hydraulic spring release SAHR
Service brake Wet disc brakes
Hydraulics Hydraulic pump type Axial piston
Hydraulic flow / Pressure 151 l/min-275.80 bar 40 US gpm-4000 PSI
Tank capacities Engine oil 8.51 l 2 US gal
Hydraulic oil 136.30 l 36 US gal
Diesel Exhaust fluid (AdBlue® type) 15.14 l 4 US gal
Fuel 144 l 38 US gal
Noise and vibration Noise at driving position (LpA) 80 dB
Miscellaneous Steering wheels (front / rear) 2 / 2
Drive wheels (front / rear) 2 / 2

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GEHL reserves the right to add improvements or make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation.

TH8-42

Standard Features

  • Easy Manager
  • Crab mode
  • Four Wheel Drive
  • Engine Block Heater
  • Boom Tip Lift Hook
  • Wet disc brakes
  • Self-Leveling Forks
  • 12 Volt Battery
  • 12Volt Power Port
  • Back-Up Alarm
  • Rear Axle Stabilization
  • Multi-Function Display Screen

Optional Features

  • Work Lights - Front and Rear
  • A/C Cabin
  • Suspension Seat
  • Cabin with Heat
  • Rock Tread - Air Foam Tires
TH8-42

One Gehl Way, West Bend, WI 53095
Phone: (262) 334-9461

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