Why the JCB 505-20TC is the Best Telehandler For Your Business
September 18, 2023
When it comes to material handling, precision, power, and safety are vital. The JCB 505-20TC is a powerful compact telehandler that will redefine the way you handle your toughest tasks.
Picture this: you’ve got dozens of pallets to lift, but you’re in a tight underground parkade. You need equipment that can move the pallets efficiently, despite the space limitations you’re faced with.
With the JCB 505-20TC’s impressive design, performance, and safety features, this compact telehandler is a game-changer for any worksite .
In this post, we’ll dive into the details about this remarkable machine, highlighting its key features and how it can benefit your projects.
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Compact Design:
Efficiency and design matter when choosing the right equipment. The JCB 505-20TC boasts a compact size that sets it apart from the competition. Standing at 6.2 feet in height, and 6 feet in width, it’s a versatile machine that can navigate even the tightest spaces on your worksite.
Visibility:
One of the standout features of the 505-20TC is its exceptional visibility. Construction sites can be challenging environments, but this telehandler makes it easier with its 360-degree visibility. Thanks to a large screen roof, a compact engine with a low sloping hood, and a low-profile rear chassis, operators have an unobstructed view of their surroundings. Additionally, features like opening rear windows and stable-type doors with lock-back enhance visibility and safety.
Maneuverability
Maneuverability is key to getting a job done safely and effectively. This telehandler offers impressive maneuverability with its compact wheelbase, large steering angles, and multiple steering modes (2 or 4-wheel steer and Crab). Whether you’re navigating narrow construction sites or need precise control, the 505-20TC delivers.
Productivity and Performance
When it comes to productivity, the JCB Telehandler 505-20TC doesn’t disappoint. Powered by a JCB diesel by Kohler 74 hp Tier 4 final engine, it offers robust performance without the need for complex after-treatment systems. It can reach a true 20-foot (6 meter) lift height, and has a substantial lift capacity of 5000 lbs. Whether you’re handling materials at height or need to reach forward, this telehandler gets the job done efficiently.
Operator Comfort
Comfortable surroundings enhance productivity and can make a significant impact in your day to day operations and productivity. The 505-20TC features a spacious automotive-style cab with a wide access door, providing operators with a comfortable workspace. Intuitive controls, a high-resolution TFT screen, and single-lever joystick controls simplify operation. Plus, the option for air conditioning ensures operators stay comfortable in varying climates.
Safety and Security
Site safety is always of paramount importance. The JCB Telehandler excels in this regard. It comes equipped with innovative safety features, including Adaptive Load Control, a reversing alarm, and hose burst check valves on boom lifting cylinders. The ROPS and FOPS certified cab offers protection, and a seat safety cut-out switch ensures control isolation when necessary. Visibility is excellent, further enhancing on-site safety.
Make your jobs more efficient: Pick the 505-20TC
Picture this: You’re in a tight parkade, and you need to move dozens of pallets. Thanks to your JCB Telehandler, you can comfortably lift up to 5000 lbs. Your machine’s compact design and maneuverability means you can navigate the parkade with ease to get the job done faster, without compromising safety, visibility, or comfort.