Dimensions
A. Overall Height |
106 in (2692 mm) |
B. Overall Width |
97 in (2471 mm) |
C. Inside Width of Cab |
37 in (940 mm) |
D. Front Track |
79 in (2008 mm) |
E. Wheelbase |
124 in (3150 mm) |
F. Overall Length to Front Tires |
213 in (5406 mm) |
G. Overall Length to Front of Carriage |
259 in (6579 mm) |
H. Ground Clearance |
17.5 in (444 mm) |
Outside Turn Radius (over tires) |
169 in (4293 mm) |

Maximum Capacity |
12000 lb (5444 kg) |
Lift Capacity to 52 ft (on tires) |
4000 lb (1814 kg) |
Lift Capacity to Full Height (on stabilizers) |
5000 lb (2268 kg) |
Lift Capacity at 38 ft Reach (on tires) |
300 lb (136 kg) |
Lift Capacity at Full Reach (on stabilizers) |
3500 lb (1588 kg) |
Lift Height |
56 ft (17.07 m) |
Reach at Maximum Lift Height |
8.17 ft (2.49 m) |
Maximum Forward Reach |
42 ft (12.8 m) |
Frame Sway Left or Right |
10° |
JCB 512-56 Load Chart
With a maximum lift capacity of 12,000 lb (5444 kg), this telehandler delivers strong performance, especially when used with stabilizers extended, where it can lift up to 5000 lb (2268 kg) to full height and 3500 lb (1588 kg) at full forward reach. The JCB 512-56 load chart illustrates two configurations:
Stabilizers Extended – Provides optimal lifting capacity across the full reach and height envelope, supporting heavy loads even at maximum extension.

Stabilizers Retracted – Shows reduced lift capacity, suitable for operations where outriggers cannot be deployed, while still maintaining good performance.

Key performance specs include a maximum lift height of 56 ft (17.07 m), a forward reach of up to 42 ft (12.80 m), and a frame sway angle of 10 degrees. This chart reflects capacities when equipped with a 72” carriage and 48” pallet forks, compliant with ANSI/ITSDF B56.6 safety standards, making it ideal for demanding material handling in construction and industrial settings.
Engine Details
Engine Model |
JCB 444 |
JCB EcoMAX |
Number Of Cylinders |
4 |
4 |
Displacement |
269 cu in (4.4 L) |
269 cu in (4.4 L) |
Bore |
4.1 in (103 mm) |
4.1 in (103 mm) |
Stroke |
5.2 in (132 mm) |
5.2 in (132 mm) |
Gross Power |
114 hp (85 kw) |
109 hp (81 kw) |
Power Measured @ |
2200 rpm |
2200 rpm |
Gross Torque |
324 lb ft (440 Nm) |
381 lb ft (516 Nm) |
Torque Measured @ |
1300 rpm |
1500 rpm |
Air Cleaner |
Two-stage, dry type air filter with primary and safety elements |
Two-stage, dry type air filter with primary and safety elements |
Aspiration |
Turbocharged |
Turbocharged and Intercooler |
After Treatment |
None |
SCR & DEF |
Emission Standards |
US EPA Tier 3 + EU Stage III |
US EPA Tier 4 Final + EU Stage IV |

Operational Specs
Operating Weight |
30635 lb (13900 kg) |
ROPS + FOPS |
ISO 3471 + ISO 3449 |
Joystick |
Oil servo joystick to lift, extend and tilt. Direct acting mechanical levers on sway and auxiliary |
Operating Voltage |
12 V negative earth |
Alternator |
95 amps |
Battery |
12 V, 130 Ah (95 Ah) |
Battery Location |
The JCB 512-56 battery is located on the left side of the machine, beneath the cab, housed within a protective box |

Transmission
Type |
Powershift transmission incorporating torque converter, bevel box and a 4 speed gearbox in one resiliently mounted unit |
Number of Gears |
4F / 4R |
Max Travel Speed |
15.5 mph (25 km/h) |
Service Brakes |
Servo-assisted-hydraulically activated, self-adjusting, oil-immersed multi-disc type brakes in front and rear axles |
Parking Brake |
Hand operated disc brake on output of gearbox |
Front and Rear Drive Axles |
JCB epicyclic hub reduction drive/steer axles with Max-Trac torque proportioning differentials |
Drive |
Permanent 4WD |
Tire Size |
17.5-25 |

Hydraulic System
Pump Type |
Two stage gear pump with suction strainer and filter |
Pump Flow Capacity |
29 gal/min (110 L/min) |
Operating System Pressure |
3770 psi (26000 kPa) |

Cycle Times
Lift |
18 sec |
Lower |
12.4 sec |
Extend |
24.2 sec |
Retract |
16.4 sec |
Bucket dump |
6.4 sec |
Bucket crowd |
3.7 sec |
Stabilizer down |
5.5 sec |
Stabilizer up |
4.0 sec |
Rear Axle Stabilization (RAS) System |
Yes |

Service Refill Capacities
Engine |
JCB 444 Tier 3 |
JCB EcoMAX Tier 4 |
Fuel Tank Capacity |
35 gal (132 L) |
33.3 gal (126.3 L) |
DEF Tank Capacity |
|
4.5 gal (17 L) |
Engine Oil Capacity |
4 gal (15 L) |
3.6 gal (14 L) |
Cooling System Capacity |
6 gal (23 L) |
6 gal (23 L) |
Hydraulic Tank Capacity |
34 gal (128 L) |
35 gal (132 L) |
Front Differential Fluid Capacity |
4.8 gal (18 L) |
4.8 gal (18 L) |
Rear Differential Fluid Capacity |
3.4 gal (13 L) |
3.4 gal (13 L) |
Front Hub Reductions (each) |
0.53 gal (2 L) |
0.53 gal (2 L) |
Rear Hub Reductions (each) |
0.53 gal (2 L) |
0.53 gal (2 L) |
Transmission Oil Capacity |
5 gal (19 L) |
5 gal (19 L) |