Bobcat has announced the all-new TL519 telehandler, the most compact telehandler in its current lineup. At just 6-ft. wide, the TL519 brings performance and maneuverability to jobsites.
This machine is designed for construction, agriculture and rental tasks. It features a 74-hp engine, a 2-speed hydrostatic transmission and a standard Power Bob-Tach mounting system that allows operators to swap attachments without leaving the cab.
“The TL519 delivers the power, extended reach and maneuverability that customers need to tackle big jobs on confined jobsites,” said Bobcat marketing manager Drew Kolo. “Its ease of use and attachment versatility also make it the go-to machine for a wide range of applications.”
Performance
The TL519 has a lift capacity of 5,500-lbs. and a lift height of more than 19-ft. The TL519 also comes equipped with four steering modes and five operation modes for operator versatility.
The advanced Tier 4, turbo-charged engine delivers high-torque performance and achieves emissions compliance without the use of a diesel particulate filter (DPF) or selective catalyst reduction (SCR). The engine features cold weather starting and a variety of features that support maintenance and service.
Five operation modes give operators the versatility needed for a wide variety of applications:
- ECO mode allows the operator to maintain hydraulic performance without using the engine’s full power – minimizing rpm, noise and fuel consumption.
- Smooth Drive mode is for maneuvering across jobsites with mild acceleration and deceleration while carrying loads.
- Dynamic Drive mode increases responsiveness of the telehandler’s acceleration and deceleration for traveling between tasks.
- Flex Drive mode allows the operator to manage the engine speed independently from travel speed.
- Advanced Attachment Control mode allows for full auxiliary hydraulic performance.
Operability
The TL519 was designed to incorporate Bobcat R-Series styling. The cab builds upon the Bobcat tradition of operator-centered design with visibility, ergonomics, suspension seat, HVAC system and an instrumentation panel that Bobcat equipment operators will find familiar across R-Series machines. Bobcat telehandler cabs are designed and tested to Roll-Over Protection Structure (ROPS) and Falling Object Protective Structure (FOPS) level II standards.
A single joystick controls the travel direction, lift and tilt functions, boom extension and auxiliary hydraulics. This gives the operator fine adjustment for lifting loads. It also allows operators to control several machine functions at the same time and from one control point, enabling more control without having to remove their hand from the joystick.
On the front side of the joystick, the directional switch for forward, neutral and reverse can be operated with the index finger. The 2-speed travel switch, lift-arm float, boom extension, machine function settings and auxiliary hydraulics are located on the rear of the joystick.
The low-profile boom sits below operator eye level to provide an open view of the surroundings. Front, top and rear window wipers help keep windows free of debris and precipitation. Mirrors on the operator’s left and right provide visibility when working in confined areas. An optional rear mirror kit, rear view camera kit and boom work light kit are also available.
Uptime, Serviceability and Versatility
The TL519 is built with a box-welded frame for rigidity, plus a low center of gravity for stability. The shielded bottom plate protects system components, and the engine, cooling system and critical components are protected within the center of the chassis.
Engine compartment accessibility supports routine maintenance checks.
Thanks to the Bob-Tach mounting system, operators can share select attachments with other Bobcat equipment. From pallet forks and buckets to grapples and snow pushers, operators can conduct a variety of tasks without the need for specialty attachments.
The TL519 will be available to customers in North America starting in Q2 2023.
