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TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
The Bobcat R-Series TL38.70HF Telehandler, equipped with the new V-Drive continuous transmission, delivers a premium operator experience. Its spacious, high-visibility cab ensures safe, efficient operation. With best-in-class boom speeds and High Flow, it’s the ideal choice for agricultural applications.
TL38.70HF Overview
TL38.70HF V-Drive components are well protected thanks to the shielded design. Its smart functions allow you to maximize productivity while the stable design means the machine hugs the ground for extra stability and peace of mind. Available in three AGRI finishing levels, starting from AGRI 2 stars. For extra peace of mind, the TL38.70HF includes a 3-year manufacturer warranty as standard.
TL38.70HF Specifications
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Key Specifications
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Rated Capacity
3800 kg
Lifting height
7 m
Rated power (ISO 14396)
101 kW
Tilt breakout force
6200 daN
Unladen weight
7420 kg
Load Charts
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
With forks and DUNLOP 405/70 x 20 SPT9 (option) tyres
Complies with stability test EN1459 Annex B
With forks and DUNLOP 400/80 x 24 156B (option) tyres
Complies with stability test EN1459 Annex B
With forks and standard 405/70 x 20 tyres or DUNLOP 400/70 x 20 150B 168A2 (option) tyres
Complies with stability test EN1459 Annex B
Performance
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Tilt Breakout force (ISO 14397-2)
6200.00
Lifting height (24" tyres)
6957 mm MM
Reach at max height on tyres (24" tyres)
1123 mm MM
Max. reach (24" tyres)
4002 mm MM
Capacity at max. reach (24" tyres)
1500 kg KG
Rated capacity
3800 kg KG
Drawbar pull (20" tyres)
7900
Lift Breakout force (ISO 8313)
4100
Max. gradeability (24" tyres)
33.00
Capacity (at max. height on tyres)
3500 kg KG
Capacity at max. reach (20" tyres)
1500 kg KG
Lifting height (20" tyres)
6872 mm MM
Max. reach (20" tyres)
4087 mm MM
Drawbar pull (24" tyres)
7000.00
Reach at max height on tyres (20" tyres)
1208 mm MM
Max. gradeability with rated load (24" tyres)
33.00
Cycle Times
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Boom raising
4.90
Boom raising full load
8.5 sec SEC
Boom retraction at max. height no load
4.7 sec SEC
Boom retraction
4.90
Boom extension at max. height no load
4.8 sec SEC
Boom raising no load
4.9 sec SEC
Boom retraction at max. reach no load
4.9 sec SEC
Boom lowering no load
4.3 sec SEC
Boom extension
4.80
Boom lowering
4.30
Dumping
2.50
Boom extension at max. reach no load
4.8 sec SEC
Boom lowering full load
6 sec SEC
Crowding
2.30
Hydraulic System
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Hydraulic filter
Full flow filtration
Auxiliary neutral position
Coupler flow blocked
Relief valve pressure
255 bar BAR
Relief valve pressure setting
255.00 BAR
Control valve
Open center with flow sharing & flow compensators technology
Auxiliary flow front
150.00
Hydraulic tank
70.00 L
Auxiliary flow rear
150.00
Control valve type
"Flow sharing valve Electro proportional control"
Hydraulic filter specs
Full flow filtration
Auxiliary flow
150
Pump capacity
190.00
Pump type
LS piston pump
Drive System
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Main drive
Hydrostatic motor + 2 speed gearbox
Transmission
Hydrostatic with electronic regulation
Traction
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Max speed - turtle mode (24" / 20")
24" [20]
Rabbit speed 24" option 40km/h (Speed gear 2)
40 kmh KPH
Turtle speed 24" option 30km/h
6 kmh KPH
Optional tyres
MICHELIN 460/70R24 159A8/159B XMCL IND TL
Rabbit speed 20" option 30km/h (Speed gear 2)
26 kmh KPH
Turtle speed 20" option 40km/h (Speed gear 2)
16 kmh KPH
Rabbit speed 24" option 30km/h
11 kmh KPH
Turtle speed 20" option 30km/h
5 kmh KPH
Rabbit speed 20" option 40km/h (Speed gear 2)
35 kmh KPH
Rabbit speed 24" option 40km/h
12 kmh KPH
Turtle speed 24" option 40km/h
6 kmh KPH
Rabbit speed 20" option 40km/h
10 kmh KPH
Turtle speed 20" option 30km/h (Speed gear 2)
14 kmh KPH
Max speed - rabbit mode (24" / 20")
24" [40]
Rabbit speed 20" option 30km/h
10 kmh KPH
Turtle speed 20" option 40km/h
5 kmh KPH
Turtle speed 24" option 40km/h (Speed gear 2)
18 kmh KPH
Standard tyres
405/70-20 16PR TM R4
Rabbit speed 24" option 30km/h (Speed gear 2)
30 kmh KPH
Turtle speed 24" option 30km/h (Speed gear 2)
16 kmh KPH
Brakes
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Parking brake
Passive brake
Parking and emergency brake
Passive brake
Engine braking
Hydrostatic
Service brake
Oil immersed discs
Steering
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Steering mode selection
Button and screen for selection
Steering mode
2 wheel steering / 4 wheel steering / Crab-steering
Steering pump
Priority valve on control valve
Fluid Capacities
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Axles rear
7.4 l L
Axles front
7.5 l L
Fuel tank
138 l L
Axles front/rear
6 / 7,4 L
Cooling system with heater
15 l L
Hydraulic system plus reservoir
126 l L
Engine oil with filter
14 l L
Gear Box
1.8 l L
Adblue ® tank
28.80 L
Hydraulic system
140.00 L
Hydraulic reservoir
59 l L
Fluid Specifications
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Brake fluid
None. Brakes use hydraulic system pressure
Engine oil
"""-30C to 35C : SAE10W30 -15C to 45C : SAE15W40 -40C to 30C : SAE5W30 -10C to 20C : SAE20W20 "
Grease for hinges and boom gliders
TOTAL MULTIS EP2
Hydraulic fluid
MS68
Coolant
Ethylen Glycol Mix 50:71
Transmission oil
ELF SF3 / TOTAL DYNATRANS FR
Controls
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
SHS mode
SHS mode switch
Stop & Start
Softkey in diplay menu
Boom exension /retraction
Variable thumbwheel on joystick
Boom raising / lowering
Joystick electronic
Cruise Control
Cruise Control Switch
Eco-Ride
Softkey in diplay menu
Starting
Key-type starter switch and shutdown.
Steering
Proportional hydraulic steering via a conventional steering wheel
Service brake
Pedal-activated wet multi-disk on front axle
Maximum Speed Limiter
Softkey in diplay menu
Eco mode
Eco mode switch
Speed range and Forward/reverse drive
Switch for hydrostatic motor and switch on joystick or lever for FNR
Auxiliary pressure release
Bobcat Coupler
Secondary brake
Passive brake
Front auxiliary
Variable thumbwheel on joystick
Engine
Electronic engine speed governor
Environmental
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Whole body vibration (EN 13059)
1.10
Operator noise level (LpA) (EN 12053)
73.00
External sound level per reg EU 2018/985 annex 2 for roading
78 dB(A)
Level of acoustic power (LwA)
107.00
Safety
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Rated load capacity charts, standard
Attached inside the cab. Provide rated load capacities for loads and attachments.
Fully enclosed operator cab. standard
Enclosed operator cab. Meets SAE-J1040 and ISO 3471 for Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) and SAE-J1043 and ISO 3449 for Falling Objects Protection Structure (FOPS).
Seat belt, standard
Should always be worn when operating the machine
Boom stop, standard
Use for servicing if boom is raised
Front and rear work lights, standard
Use for indoor and low light operation
Emergency button, standard
Switches off the engine and blocks boom movements.
Grab handles, standard
Should always be used when entering/exiting the telescopic
Parking brake, standard
Always set brake when leaving the machine
Rotating beacon, standard
Yes
Back-up alarm, standard
For use in jobs with low visibility. Alarm sounds when operated in reverse.
Anti-tipping device, standard
Yes
Rear window, standard
For emergency exit
Roof window wiper and washer, standard
Yes
Electrical
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Starter
4.2 kW (5.6 HP)
Battery
140.0
Alternator
140.00
Dimensions
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
External turning radius (at tyres)
3714.00 MM
Internal turning radius (cab)
1092.00 MM
Overall length (to forks tip)
6074 mm MM
Overall length (to front tyres / Stabilizers (when equipped)
4145.00 MM
Overall height (with roof wiper)
2457.00 MM
Length - Front axle to forks face
1356 mm MM
External turning radius with 20" tyres (at tyres)
3714 mm MM
Overall height with 24" tyres (with rotating beacon)
2587 mm MM
External turning radius with 20" tyres (with forks spaced 1040 mm ext.)
4925 mm MM
Height back of the machine
1752.00 MM
Length - Rear axle to machine rear
643 mm MM
Carriage rotation angle
135.00
Overall height (with rotating beacon)
2587.00 MM
Wheelbase
2870 mm MM
Operator cab outside width
1013 mm MM
Width over standard tyres
2300 mm MM
Overall length (to front tyres 24")
4145 mm MM
Internal turning radius with 20" tyres (cab)
1092 mm MM
Overall height with 24" tyres (with roof wiper)
2457 mm MM
External turning radius with 24" tyres (at tyres)
3714 mm MM
Overall length (to front tyres 20")
4058 mm MM
Height back of the machine with 24" tyres
1752 mm MM
External turning radius with 24" tyres (with forks spaced 1040 mm ext.)
4925 mm MM
Overall length (to forks face)
4869 mm MM
Overall length (to headstock pin)
4763 mm MM
External turning radius (with forks spaced 1040 mm ext.)
4925.00 MM
Ground clearance
430.00 MM
Track width
1895 mm MM
Ground clearance with 20" tyres
346 mm MM
Overall height with 20" tyres (with roof wiper)
2373 mm MM
Internal turning radius with 24" tyres (cab)
1092 mm MM
Height back of the machine with 20" tyres
1668 mm MM
Overall height with 20" tyres (with rotating beacon)
2503 mm MM
Ground clearance with 24" tyres
430 mm MM
Engine
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Maximum torque at rated speed
516 nm NEWTON-M
Stroke
127 mm MM
Rated power speed
2200
Lubrication
Gear pump pressure
Bore
105 mm MM
Maximum power at rated speed (ISO 14396)
96.5 kw KW
Rated speed
2400.00 RPM
Maximum torque at 1400 rpm
500.00
Air filter
Dry replaceable cartridge with safety element
Rated torque speed
1400
Number of cylinders
4.0
Make / Model
PERKINS / 1104D-E44TA
Crankshaft ventilation
Open breathing
Fuel
DIESEL
Cooling
Water
Displacement
3.41 L
Rated power (ISO 14396)
101.00 KW
Ignition
Diesel compression
Weights
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Unlade operating Weight on front axle (20" tyres)
2985 kg KG
Unladen operating weight (20" tyres)
7320 kg KG
Unlade operating Weight on front axle (24" tyres)
3055 kg KG
Unladen operating weight on rear axle (24" tyres)
4405 kg KG
Unladen operating weight (24" tyres)
7460 kg KG
Unladen shipping weight (24" tyres)
7285 kg KG
Unladen weight (24" tyres)
7420.00 KG
Unladen operating weight on rear axle (20" tyres)
4335 kg KG
Instruments
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Instruments
yes
Engine RPM
yes
Total operating hours
yes
Job hours
yes
Boom angle
yes
Vehicle speed
yes
Fuel gauge
yes
Engine coolant temperature gauge
yes
Front and rear wheel alignment status on screen
yes
Headlight full beam
yes
Headlight low beam
yes
Position lights
yes
Left and right turn
yes
Trailer turn
yes
Parking brake
yes
Longitudinal stability level
yes
Windscreen wipers
yes
Work lights
yes
Flashing warning light
yes
Hazard warning lights
yes
Gear Speed choice
yes
Hydraulic function lock
yes
Rear fog lights
yes
Heater fan
yes
Hydraulic fluid over-temperature
yes
Engine coolant over-temperature
yes
Low oil pressure
yes
Battery not charging
yes
Longitudinal stability alarm
yes
Serviceability
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Serviceability
yes
Air cleaner
yes
Fuel filter
yes
Engine oil filter
yes
Engine oil dipstick
yes
Starter
yes
Alternator
yes
Glass washer fluid
yes
Fuses, diodes and relays
yes
ISL control box
yes
Standard Features
TL38.70HF Agricultural Telehandler (V-Drive)
Quicktach carriage with manual attachment lock
yes
Auxiliary hydraulic line with additional drain line on boom head with Fast Connect System (FCS)
yes
Heavy Duty axles with Limited Slip Differential on front axle (45%)
yes
Box-welded frame with shielded bottom plate to protect vital parts
yes
Boom cushion retract and lift
yes
Spirit level in cabin
yes
Front tow hitch
yes
Boom stop
yes
Halogen road lights (front & rear)
yes
Right and left side mirrors
yes
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yes
Pillar free rear panoramic visibility (patented cabin design)
yes
Cabin with full-glass window door
yes
Full tinted glass
yes
ROPS/FOPS (level II) operator cabin
yes
Automatic parking brake
yes
Halogen work lights on top of the cabin (2 front + 1 rear) and right rear corner of the machine (x1)
yes
Halogen rotating beacon
yes
Rear wiper with washer
yes
Front wiper with washer (high, low & intermittent speeds)
yes
Roof window wiper with washer
yes
Tilting steering column
yes
Mechanical suspension seat
yes
Heating, demisting and ventilation
yes
Back-up alarm
yes
Aggravating Movements Arrester (AMA) compliant with EN15000
yes
7" touch display (Bluetooth radio with microphone + Job manager + anti-theft + on-fly settings + rear camera ready + diagnostic page)
yes
USB plug (mobile charging)
yes
Standard proportional joystick (forward/reverse drive and turtle/rabbit speed)
yes
Smart Handling System (SHS) to adjust boom movement speeds (lifting, telescoping, tilting)
yes
Speed management (Creep) to adjust max drive speed whatever engine RPM
yes
ECO mode for lower engine fuel consumption
yes
Auxiliary Flow Management (AFM) to adjust and engage a permanent hydraulic flow
yes
4 steering modes (2WS /4WS/CRAB/Semi-Crab) with semi-automatic wheel realignment (manual mode still available)
yes
Machine IQ (Telematic)
yes
Continuous hydrostatic transmission with electronic regulation and dynamic drive mode
yes
2 hydrostatic speeds (turtle/rabbit) with auto-shift
yes
40 km/h max drive speed with 24" tyres (may vary according to applicable regulations)
yes
Inching function combined with brake pedal (for easy low speed approach without changing engine rpm)
yes
Cruise Control (allow to release the throttle pedal while keeping the travel speed)
yes
ECO-Ride (optimization of RPM)
yes
Maximum Speed Limiter
yes
Stop & Start
yes
European Tractor homologation
yes
Fan inverter with manual & auto modes
yes
Hand throttle and flex drive
yes
Support for vehicle registration plate
yes
Alliance tyres - set of 4 x 460/70R24" (AGRICULTURAL)
yes
Turbo-charged engine - Bobcat D34 Stage V - 135hp / 500Nm
yes
Electronic fuel injection with high pressure common rail - After treatment system with Diesel Particle Filter (DPF), Diesel Oxydation Catalyst (DOC) and Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)
yes
Built-in air cyclonic prefilter with automatic dust evacuation
yes
Electronic Battery Disconnection (EBD)
yes
High capacity battery 110 Ah/1000 CCA able to start at -16 °C
yes
Load Sensing pump 190 l/min with flow sharing distributor
yes
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yes
IMPORTANT: Choice of machine's homologation is only made when ordering. Subsequently, It is no longer possible to change it (not retrofittable!)
yes
3 year warranty or 3000 hours (refer to the Bobcat standard warranty policy for terms and conditions)
yes
NB: For Germany, mandatory options: - wheel wedge - German legislation
yes
NB: For Italy, one of the three homologations is mandatory: - Italian operating machine legislation - Italian agricultural road homologation – MAS (Macchine agricole semoventi) - Tractor homologation
yes
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