Skyjack SJ1256 THS

Name: Skyjack SJ1256 THS
Brand: Skyjack

Configuration: Foam-filled 14x24 tires, Deutz TCD 3.6L Tier 4 Final (107 hp), outriggers

16 sourced values · Sources: Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25; Skyjack SJ1256 THS product page, specifications tab. Retrieved 2026-10-25

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Dimension diagram

A	Overall length	≈ 7,036 mm
B	Overall height	≈ 2,591 mm
C	Wheelbase	Not published
D	Ground clearance	≈ 483 mm
E	Overall width	≈ 2,565 mm
F	Track gauge / tread	Not published

Weights

Spec	Value	Source
Operating weight	≈ 16,613 kg	Published: 36,625 lb Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Max gross (laden) weight	Not published	Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published on the tear sheet or product page.

Dimensions

Spec	Value	Source
Overall length	≈ 7,036 mm	Published: 277 in Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Printed 23'1". O/A length, less forks.
Overall width	≈ 2,565 mm	Published: 101 in Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Printed 8'5".
Overall height	≈ 2,591 mm	Published: 102 in Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Printed 8'6". Overall height, stowed.
Wheelbase	Not published	Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published on the tear sheet or product page.
Track gauge / tread	Not published	Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published on the tear sheet or product page.
Ground clearance	≈ 483 mm	Published: 19 in Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Printed 19".
Turning radius	≈ 4,394 mm	Published: 173 in Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Printed 173". Turning radius, outside.

Undercarriage / tires

Spec	Value	Source
Undercarriage type	Wheeled, 4WD / 4WS (3-mode steering)	Published: Wheeled, 4WD / 4WS (3-mode steering) Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Number of axles	2	Published: 2 Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Wheels (count)	4	Published: 4 Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Tire size	14x24 foam-filled	Published: 14x24 foam-filled Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25

Ground pressure

Spec	Value	Source
Max tire ground bearing pressure (floor loading)	Not published	Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published on the tear sheet or product page.

Axle loads

Spec	Value	Source
Axle load, front (unladen/operating)	Not published	Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published on the tear sheet or product page.
Axle load, rear (unladen/operating)	Not published	Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published on the tear sheet or product page.
Axle load, front (laden/max)	Not published	Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published on the tear sheet or product page.
Axle load, rear (laden/max)	Not published	Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published on the tear sheet or product page.

Engine

Spec	Value	Source
Engine model	Deutz TCD 3.6L Tier 4 Final	Published: Deutz TCD 3.6L Tier 4 Final Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Net power	Not published	Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published; only an unqualified engine hp rating is printed (stored as power_gross).
Gross power	≈ 79.8 kW ⚠ The manufacturer does not state the rating standard (gross or net). Filed as gross power; compare with care.	Published: 107 hp Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Printed 107 hp. Standard-hp ratings are not stated (SAE gross/net not specified).
Displacement	Not published	Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published on the tear sheet or product page.
Rated speed	Not published	Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published on the tear sheet or product page.

Hydraulics

Spec	Value	Source
Pump / aux flow	Not published	Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published on the tear sheet or product page.
System / relief pressure	Not published	Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published on the tear sheet or product page.

Performance

Spec	Value	Source
Max travel speed	≈ 24.1 km/h	Published: 15 mph Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Max travel speed, forward.
Rated / lift capacity	≈ 5,443 kg	Published: 12,000 lb Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Maximum lift capacity; 6,000 lb at max height.
Lift / hinge-pin height	≈ 17,145 mm	Published: 675 in Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Printed 56'3". Maximum lift height.
Max forward reach	≈ 12,903 mm	Published: 508 in Skyjack SJ1256 THS telehandler tear sheet (NA_ENG_SJ1256_THS_TEAR_SHEET_2021.pdf), 07/2022; linked from skyjack.com/product/sj1256-ths. Retrieved 2026-10-25 Printed 42'4". Maximum forward reach.

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