Gehl TH12-55 Construction Telehandler

Take your lifting capabilities to the next level with the TH12-55 telehandler, offering 12,000 lbs of capacity and 55 feet of reach. Designed for tough construction jobs, this machine combines power, precision, and comfort to tackle your most demanding tasks.

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Description

TH12-55 Telehandler: Power, Precision, and Performance at Height

When your job demands serious lift height, massive capacity, and top-tier performance, the TH12-55 telehandler rises to the occasion—literally. Built for professionals who work in high-stakes environments, this heavy-duty construction forklift offers a commanding 12,000 lb. lift capacity and an impressive 55-foot maximum lift height, giving you the muscle and reach to place loads exactly where they need to go, even in the most challenging spaces. Whether you’re on a busy construction site, managing a large industrial facility, or staging material for high-reach jobs, this machine is designed to handle the pressure.

Lift Higher, Move Smarter

The TH12-55 telehandler brings unmatched height and reach without sacrificing power or control. With the strength of a robust boom and precise hydraulic movement, it’s engineered for heavy lifting tasks such as setting trusses, placing steel, or transporting palletized loads across uneven terrain. This telehandler forklift doesn’t just move material—it moves your entire workflow forward.

✅ Max Lift Capacity: 12,000 lbs.
✅ Max Lift Height: 55 ft
✅ Max Outreach: 41 ft 2 in
✅ Engine Power: 120 HP Tier 4 Final

Its combination of reach, stability, and control makes the TH12-55 an essential asset when working on multi-story structures or in logistics-heavy environments.

Built for Control and Confidence

Despite its size, the TH12-55 telehandler offers precision steering and smooth hydraulic functions that let operators handle massive loads with pinpoint accuracy. Choose between 2-wheel, 4-wheel, and crab steering modes to suit any terrain or space constraint. Its full-size cab offers enhanced visibility and an intuitive control system that promotes safe, efficient load placement every time.

✅ Ergonomic joystick and fingertip controls
✅ 360° visibility from a raised operator station
✅ Multiple steering modes for tight site navigation
✅ Quick-attach compatibility for a wide range of attachments

This is not just a lull lift—it’s a finely tuned lifting system designed for dynamic jobsite challenges.

Comfort Meets Durability

Operator fatigue can compromise safety and productivity, especially during long shifts. The TH12-55 telehandler addresses this with a spacious ROPS/FOPS cab, air-suspension seating, climate control options, and easy-access maintenance points. Built tough for daily punishment, this machine is also surprisingly easy to own and operate.

✅ Heavy-duty chassis and reinforced boom
✅ Simple service access and onboard diagnostics
✅ Designed for long-term reliability and lower total cost of ownership

Why Choose the TH12-55 Telehandler?

✔ Class-leading lift height and outreach
✔ Designed for serious construction and material handling tasks
✔ Combines the functionality of a telehandler forklift, construction forklift, and lull lift
✔ Advanced controls and superior comfort in one machine
✔ Built for performance, reliability, and jobsite safety

Ready to take your lift capabilities to the next level? The TH12-55 telehandler delivers the height, strength, and control to get it done—every time.

Specifications

Capacities Max. capacity 12000 lb
Max. lifting height 55 ft 7 in
Max. outreach 42 ft 3 in
Weight and dimensions Overall length to carriage 21 ft
Overall length (with forks) 25 ft
Overall width 8 ft 4 in
Overall height 8 ft 6 in
Wheelbase 11 ft 6 in
Ground clearance 1 ft 7 in
Overall cab width 3 ft 1 in
Tilt-up angle 34 °
Tilt-down angle 96 °
External turning radius 12 ft 9 in
Overall weight 32399 lb
Tires type Pneumatic
Forks length / width / section 48 in x 6 in x 2 in
Frame leveling longitudinal +/- 10 °
Performances Lifting 16 s
Lowering 11 s
Extension 18 s
Retraction 16 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 – 220 in³
I.C. Engine power rating – Power 127 Hp / 95 kW
Max. torque / Engine rotation 369 ft/lbs @ 2300 rpm
Transmission Transmission type Powershift
Number of gears (forward / reverse) 5/3
Max. travel speed 20 mph
Parking brake Hydraulic spring release SAHR
Service brake Wet disc brakes
Hydraulics Hydraulic pump type Axial piston
Hydraulic flow / Pressure 40 US gpm-4000 PSI
Tank capacities Engine oil 2 US gal
Hydraulic oil 42 US gal
Diesel Exhaust fluid (AdBlue® type) 4 US gal
Fuel tank 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
Controls Joystick