JCB 512-56 Telehandler

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)

JCB 512-56 Telehandler Dimensions

Boom Performance

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.

JCB 512-56 Telehandler Load Chart - Stabilizers Extended

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

JCB 512-56 Telehandler Load Chart - Stabilizers Retracted

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

JCB 512-56 Telehandler Specs

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

JCB 512-56 Telehandler Battery Location

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

JCB 512-56 Telehandler Weight

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)

JCB 512-56 Telehandler Lift Capacity

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

JCB 512-56 Telehandler Service Refill Capacities

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)
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