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JCB 505-20TC Specifications

Basic Information

The JCB 505-20TC Loadall Tool Carrier is a compact, high-capability telescopic handler specifically engineered for confined construction sites, industrial yards, landscaping operations, and agricultural facilities where maneuverability, low overall height, and precise load placement are critical.

As part of JCB’s Tool Carrier (TC) range, the 505-20TC combines the versatility of a skid-steer-style attachment interface with the reach advantages of a telescopic boom, allowing it to perform lifting, placing, loading, and handling tasks typically beyond the scope of compact loaders.

With a maximum rated lift capacity of 5,500 lb (2,500 kg), a maximum lift height of 20 ft (6.0 m), and a forward reach of 11 ft 6 in (3.5 m), the 505-20TC delivers strong performance relative to its compact footprint. Its low-profile chassis, hydrostatic transmission, permanent four-wheel drive, and three-mode steering system allow confident operation on uneven terrain and within restricted spaces.

Designed to meet ANSI B56.6 stability requirements, the 505-20TC emphasizes operator safety, predictable handling characteristics, and long-term durability while remaining easy to service and economical to operate.

Engine Specs

The JCB 505-20TC is powered by a modern JCB Diesel by Kohler turbocharged diesel engine designed to meet current emissions regulations while delivering high torque at low engine speeds.

Technical Data:
Engine manufacturer: JCB Diesel by Kohler
Engine type: Four-cylinder, four-stroke, water-cooled diesel
Displacement: 2.5 L (152.6 cu.in)
Number of cylinders: 4
Bore: 3.46 in (88 mm)
Stroke: 4.0 in (102 mm)
Gross power: 74 hp (55 kW) at 2,200 rpm
Peak torque: 221 lb-ft (300 Nm) at 1,500 rpm
Aspiration: Turbocharged, charge-cooled
Emissions compliance: Tier 4 Final / Stage V (market dependent)

Fuel system:
High-pressure electronic fuel injection with ECU control for fuel delivery, timing, and emissions management. Fuel tank capacity: 20 US gal (75 L).

Air intake and filtration:
Two-stage dry-type air cleaner with primary and safety elements, designed for extended service life in dusty environments.

Lubrication system:
Full-pressure wet-sump lubrication with gear-driven oil pump supplying oil to crankshaft, camshaft, valvetrain, and turbocharger bearings.
Recommended engine oil: SAE 15W-40 meeting API CK-4 or higher.

Cooling system:
Liquid-cooled system with belt-driven centrifugal water pump, thermostatically controlled coolant flow, and heavy-duty radiator.
Thermostat opening temperature: approximately 82°C (180°F).

Drive Train

The 505-20TC utilizes a closed-loop hydrostatic transmission providing infinitely variable travel speed and smooth directional control.

Transmission:
Transmission type: Variable displacement hydrostatic drive
Drive configuration: Permanent four-wheel drive
Directional control: Integrated into single servo joystick

Travel speeds:
Low range forward and reverse: 5 mph (8 km/h)
High range forward and reverse: 15 mph (25 km/h)

Axles:
Front and rear axles are heavy-duty epicyclic hub-reduction drive/steer axles with torque-proportioning differentials, providing high tractive effort and durability.

Braking system:
Service brakes: Hydraulically operated, self-adjusting, oil-immersed multi-disc brakes mounted in the front axle
Parking brake: Spring-applied, hydraulically released (SAHR), oil-immersed multi-disc type, operated by in-cab switch

Electrical System

System voltage: 12 V negative ground
Alternator output: approximately 80 A
Battery capacity: approximately 120 Ah

Electrical equipment includes engine management ECU, starter motor, alternator, work lighting circuits, safety interlocks, and operator instrumentation. Warning systems provide audible and visual alerts for engine oil pressure, coolant temperature, air cleaner restriction, battery charging, transmission oil temperature and pressure, and water in fuel.

Wheels and Tires

Drive configuration: Permanent four-wheel drive

Frame construction: Compact welded steel chassis engineered for high rigidity and low overall height while maintaining stability with elevated loads.

Boom construction: High-tensile steel telescopic boom with low-maintenance wear pads and internal hose routing for protection.

Attachment interface: JCB Q-Fit / skid-steer compatible tool carrier interface allowing rapid attachment changes.

Wheels and tires:
Standard tire size: 12x16.5 industrial tires
Optional tire configurations available depending on application.

Steering type: Hydrostatic power steering with power track rods on both axles
Steering mode selection: In-cab selector lever
Optional feature: Auto-align steering mode selection switch
Outside turning radius (over tires): approximately 12 ft 1 in (3.7 m)

Steering modes:
Front-wheel steering
All-wheel steering
Crab steering

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic pump: Two-stage gear pump with suction strainer and full-flow filtration.
Maximum system pressure: 3,408 psi (235 bar)
Pump flow at rated engine speed: 21 US gal/min (80 L/min)
Hydraulic system capacity: 17 US gal (65 L)

Hydraulic functions:
Boom lift and lower
Boom extend and retract
Carriage tilt and dump
Auxiliary hydraulic service at boom head

Hydraulic cycle times:
Boom raise: approximately 7.6 s
Boom lower: approximately 5.3 s
Boom extend: approximately 7.5 s
Boom retract: approximately 3.7 s
Bucket dump: approximately 1.9 s
Bucket crowd: approximately 2.9 s

Performance Data

Maximum rated capacity: 5,500 lb (2,500 kg)
Lift capacity at full height: 3,900 lb (1,750 kg)
Lift capacity at maximum forward reach: 1,750 lb (800 kg)
Maximum lift height: 20 ft 0 in (6.0 m)
Reach at maximum lift height: -6 in (-0.15 m)
Maximum forward reach to front of carriage: 11 ft 6 in (3.5 m)
Reach with 2,600 lb load: 8 ft 7 in (2.64 m)

Dimensions and Weight

Overall height: 6 ft 2 in (1.89 m)
Overall width (over tires): 6 ft 0 in (1.84 m)
Overall length to front of carriage: 13 ft 1 in (4.0 m)
Wheelbase: 7 ft 10 in (2.39 m)
Ground clearance: 9 in (0.23 m)
Standard fork length: 48 in (1,219 mm)
Optional fork lengths: dependent on attachment selection
Carriage rollback angle: 11°
Carriage dump angle: 114°
Operating weight (typical): approximately 12,100 lb (5,490 kg)

Maintenance Data

250-hour service: Change engine oil and filter. Inspect air filter elements. Lubricate boom pivot points and steering joints.

500-hour service: Inspect hydraulic filters, transmission system, axle oils, brake condition, and electrical connections.

1,000-hour service: Replace hydraulic filters. Inspect hydraulic hoses, cylinder seals, and structural fasteners.

2,000-hour service: Replace hydraulic oil. Flush and replace engine coolant. Perform comprehensive inspection of boom, chassis, carriage, and attachment interface.

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