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Model TL-3 Loader & Body

TL-3 Loader and Body

The TL-3 is our most popular and versatile unit. A single operator can load, haul and dump trash with this unit.

  • 20 ft. boom reach includes 4 ft. telescoping extension
  • Lifts 3,200 lbs. when fully extended at 20 ft.
  • At 10 ft. maximum lift capacity is 7,100 lbs.
  • All-purpose anti-scalping trash bucket features low maintenance single cylinder design
  • Dump body sizes range between 20 and 30 cubic yards
  • ANSI Z245 compliant

TL3 Brochure 

Lightning Loader Grapple Truck Features

  1. CONTROL OPTIONS: Greaseless dual walk-thru controls operational from either side of truck. Petersen also offers QUADSTICK® controls and stationary top mount controls with joysticks or valvehandles.
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  3. OUTRIGGER STYLE: Out and down outriggers improve safety in traffic and reduce damage to streets.
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  5. NO EXPOSED GEARS: Boom swing does not have any exposed pinion or bull gears. Petersen's rotary actuator boom swing method is lower maintenance.
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  7. TELESCOPIC TIP EXTENSION: Four foot tip extension adds flexibility and maneuverability. Tip extension hoses are enclosed and protected.
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  9. SINGLE POINT OF RESPONSIBILITY: Petersen Industries manufactures and installs both the grapple loader, including bucket and controls, and the trash dump body.
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  11. HEIGHT: The standard dual walk-thru has an overall height of 11'3".
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  13. SAFETY LOCKING VALVES: Boom cylinders have counterbalance valves, and outrigger down cylinders have pilot operated check valves to prevent leakdown or collapse in the case of hose rupture.
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  15. BUCKET ROTATION: Continuous rotation for convenience.
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  17. NO HOSES BELOW BUCKET ROTATOR: Reduced downtime due to elimination of hoses in bucket jaw area.
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  19. ANTI-SCALPING: Reverse curve motion of bucket helps prevent scalping of lawns.
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  21. WARRANTY: Three year structural, one year hydraulic.

TL-3 Lightning Loader DimensionsTL-3 Lightning Loader Grapple Truck dimensions

General

Reach (from centerline rotation) 20 feet
Main Boom and Tip Boom 16 feet
Tip Extension 4 feet
Tare Weight (empty) 23,0001bs
Front Axle Weight 8,510
Rear Axle Weight 14,4901bs
Outrigger Span 11'8"
Storage Height 11'3"
Dump Body Hoist Capacity 16 tons

Lifting Capacity

10 Foot Radius 7,1001bs
16 Foot Radius 4,4001bs
20 Foot Radius 3,2001bs

Weight of bucket and/or attachments must be subtracted from lift capacities shown. Standard bucket weights appx. 1000 Ibs. Capacities shown do not exceed 85% of vehicle tipping moment with outriggers fully extended on firm, level ground.

Bucket Features

All purpose clamshell design, 4 feet wide with an opened width of 5 feet. High impact tempered steel used on bucket cutting edges for extended life. Reverse curve shape helps prevent scalping of lawns. Continuous rotation. No hoses below bucket rotator.

Recommended Chassis Specification (Minimum)

Body Style Conventional Cab
Cab-to-Axle Dimension 168"
Front Axle Rating 12,000 lbs
Rear Axle Rating 21,000 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 33,000 lbs
Frame 1,500,000 RBM
Engine 210 HP Diesel
Transmission Automatic

Trash Dump Body

18 feet, 24 cubic yard capacity is standard (larger sizes available). 3/16" solid plate floor on cross members with 12" centers.

Operator Controls

Dual manual controls (greaseless) for outriggers and loader on both sides of the truck for easy access and visibility. Top-mount controls are available.

Structural

A-frame pedestal design allows flexing under repeated load shocks. Replaceable Cast Nylon bushings used in head assembly. Head assembly is stress relieved. Reinforced connection points with hardened pins and replaceable bushings. Counterbalance valves used on boom cylinders and pilot operated check valves used on verticle outrigger cylinders.

* We reserve the right to change product design and specifications at any time without notice. There maybe more specifications than are listed here. Consult your Petersen dealer for complete specifications.