Bobcat TL923 Telehandler

The Z-bar boom linkage is designed for high loading performance, giving operators an optimized tilting angle for dumping and more breakout force to lift material out of a pile and dump it easily. 

The TL923 offers a maximum rated capacity of 9,039 pounds and a lift height of 23 feet. 

The Bobcat TL923 telehandler features an advanced Tier 4 turbo-charged engine that delivers powerful, high-torque performance, excellent efficiency and achieves emissions compliance without the use of a diesel particulate filter (DPF). Operators will also appreciate the engine’s reliable cold weather starting and a variety of features that make maintenance and service more convenient. 

Turbo-Charged Performance 

The turbo-charged engine provides consistently high torque levels, regardless of the elevation of any worksite. 

Simple, State of the Art and Non-DPF 

One of the biggest advantages of our Tier 4 engine is simplicity. The Bobcat engine meets Tier 4 regulations without a DPF. This reduces downtime that occurs with DPF regeneration and long-term DPF maintenance costs – so operators can focus on working. 

*NOTE: TL923 has selective catalyst reduction. 

The V-Drive transmission on the Bobcat TL923 is a continuously variable hydrostatic transmission. Offering two speed modes, it eliminates the need to stop and manually shift gears, ultimately providing a smoother ride and operator experience. The V-Drive transmission comes standard with features designed to optimize fuel efficiency, including: 

• Stop and Start: Temporarily stops the engine when idling, automatically restarting once reengaged. 
• Maximum Speed Limiter: Optimizes fuel consumption by allowing equipment owners to set a maximum speed limit for their operators. 
• ECO-Ride: Reduces fuel consumption by lowering engine rpm once the travel speed is stabilized. 
• Cruise Control: Enhances fuel economy by maintaining a constant speed. 

The load sense hydraulic system is designed for faster boom speeds and heavier lifting, giving you extra power for smoother control when loaded and the fastest boom cycle times possible when empty. You can achieve faster boom movement at a lower rpm with improved multi-functioning capability. 

The TL923 has a patented hydraulic lift system with advanced high-flow technology to optimize lift capabilities while providing high-speed boom movement. You’ll also experience next-level multi-functioning performance during the lift cycle. 

For durability and confidence when working on the most intensive jobs, Bobcat telehandlers are equipped with reinforced heavy-duty axles with large lug nuts and reinforced central differential gear.  

Heavy duty universal joints are designed to handle tough working conditions, and the steering cylinder is protected in the upper position. These features allow for heavier lift capabilities and travel speeds 25 mph on the TL923. 

Bobcat telehandlers have four steering modes to give you tailored maneuverability for every application. 

• All-wheel steer mode allows you to make quick and tight turns. 
• Front-wheel steer is your standard steering mode, with the front wheels controlling the direction of the machine. 
• Crab steer takes your maneuverability one step further by allowing precise side-to-side positioning. 
• Semi-crab steer mode allows operators to set the rear wheels in a crab position while steering with the front wheels. 

Five operation modes give you the versatility you need for a wide variety of applications: 

ECO Mode: Maintain hydraulic performance without using the engine’s full power – allowing you to work with lower rpm, less noise and lower fuel consumption. Easily turn on or off using a control panel button. 

Smooth Drive Mode: Easily shift from dynamic drive mode to smooth drive mode for a smoother response to acceleration and deceleration, enhancing precision at lower speeds. 

Dynamic Drive Mode: Take full advantage of the high productivity of the Bobcat telehandler with dynamic drive mode, offering increased responsiveness to acceleration and deceleration. 

Flex Drive Mode: Use the engine speed lever to bring a new dimension to driving by managing the travel speed independently from the engine speed. You achieve a whole new level of efficiency and precision. 

Advanced Attachment Control Mode: Control the engine and travel speed separately for full auxiliary hydraulic performance.  

• Precise Drive and engine speed settings – precision is key to attachment productivity. Set drive speed increments from 1 to 99 for ideal combination of attachments performance and machine control. You can increase engine rpm with the engine speed lever and maximize your attachment productivity. 
• Attachment Travel Mode – When you need to move to a new location, press a button to switch to faster travel on the fly. When you’re back in position for attachment work, you can return to your previous attachment control mode settings.

The TL923 has a simple and efficient V-Drive transmission that offers a low range and high range. In the high range, you can drive up to 25 mph without the need to stop the machine or change gears. 

Turbo-charged Tier 4 Bobcat engines achieve optimum tractive force, giving these telehandlers impressive pushing power in their size classes.

The heavy-duty lift cylinder allows for more capacity and improved lifting performance. 

The bucket or attachment positioning feature speeds up material handling and boosts productivity. It prevents spillage when raising and lowering the boom to ensure consistent, productive attachment performance. 

The low-profile telescopic boom gives you the power to access a wide range of lift heights and reach lengths. Another key advantage is the low profile of the boom and rear pivot point.  

The boom profile provides increased visibility to the operator’s right side. 

The low boom pivot point in the rear helps make it a powerful machine when pushing. As the machine pushes, more of the weight stays on the front axle. 

Automatic ride control reduces material spillage and enables operators to travel at faster speeds for increased productivity.

Thanks to its dampening effect, the automatic ride control feature also increases comfort by offering a smoother ride when traveling across uneven terrain.  

Ride control automatically deactivates at low travel speed to give you maximum rated load capacity. When you get back up to speed, the system resumes, keeping the load stable and improving your ride. 

Auxiliary hydraulic couplers with integrated pressure release are located conveniently on the boom head, enabling operators to change hydraulic attachments quickly and easily. 

Operators can set the amount of continuous auxiliary hydraulic flow – up to 100% – to achieve the attachment performance that’s necessary for optimal productivity.

Dual direction detent allows hydraulic flow to be engaged continuously, in either direction, without holding a switch. This gives operators more flexibility in using hydraulic-powered attachments. 

The large-diameter tires have an aggressive all-terrain tread that won’t bog down in soft ground conditions.

Enable the boom float while moving on uneven ground for smooth performance with attachments. Float in reverse to finish grading with a bucket. 

The standard counterweight provides for greater load and reach capacity.

Bobcat has designed all of its telehandlers with the same robust box-welded frame for enhanced rigidity – plus a low center of gravity for optimal stability. The engine, cooling system and many critical components are well-protected within the center of the chassis, ensuring minimal wear and tear due to jobsite obstacles or harsh terrain. 

A few moments after you turn off your machine, the battery is automatically disconnected, preventing accidental battery discharge. 

The radiator, oil cooler and intake air coolers are mounted side by side, carefully located to receive the same quality and temperature of air, which provides efficient, consistent cooling ability, even in the most severe and dirty conditions. 

The built-in cyclonic air prefilter with automatic dust evacuation helps maximize uptime. The technology cuts down filter clogging and ensures efficient engine cooling in dusty environments. 

Bobcat telehandlers are designed with a combination of specific features to maximize reliability in even the most severe conditions, including high-tensile steel, U-welded shapes, integrated boom head and robust wear pads.

The engine compartment provides an enclosed environment to help shut out dust and debris, ensuring long component life.

Excellent for dusty and light-material applications, the automatic reversible fan gives you the ability to keep the radiator area cleaner for longer – extending productivity and uptime. Just flip a switch to reverse the cooling fan or set it to automatically reverse at 30-, 45-, 60-, or 90-minute intervals to purge the system of dust and debris. 

Cylinders are strategically located in areas that are less prone to damaging contact on the job, protecting them from harm. 

The engine cover screen helps prevent large debris from entering the engine basket and plugging the radiator. 

Diesel is contained in a durable rust-free, polypropylene fuel tank to minimize condensation and contamination of the fuel system. 

Bobcat telehandlers monitor engine and hydraulic functions. If conditions risk damage to the engine or hydraulic components, the system will alert the operator and, if necessary, de-rate engine power as well as hydraulic flow. It still allows the operator to move the telehandler to an area for diagnosis.

The engine access panel resists damage from impact and retains its good looks for years, thanks to its flexible, resilient and rust-free composite construction. 

The boom pivot features thick steel reinforcement for enhanced durability and long life. Heavy-duty enclosed frame welds offer additional support throughout the frame. 

Many telehandler parts are the same ones used in other Bobcat products for better parts availability and minimal downtime. 

Designed to protect you and your investment in the toughest conditions, the optional front and top window guards protect your machine from falling and flying debris. 

A protected engine on Bobcat telehandlers starts with a thick steel frame that covers both sides and the bottom of the engine. Rubber engine mounts reduce shock on difficult terrain. 

The low-profile boom sits below the operator’s eye level to provide an optimal view of your surroundings. The engine basket sits lower for even greater visibility. Front, top and rear window wipers clear away moisture and minimize the buildup of dust, debris and mud. Multiple mirrors on the operator’s left and right provide added visibility when working in confined areas. 

 An optional rear mirror kit, rear view camera kit and boom work light kit also are available. 

Bobcat has designed its telehandler cabs to provide even more operator comfort and ease of operation. The telehandler cab builds upon the Bobcat tradition of operator-centered design with high visibility, excellent ergonomics, a comfortable suspension seat, efficient HVAC system and an easy-to-read instrumentation panel. For all-day operation, the comfort built into Bobcat telehandlers can’t be beat.

Bobcat telehandler cabs are designed and tested to roll-over protection structure (ROPS) and falling object protective structure (FOPS level II) standards.

Convenient, intuitive and easy to find, the telehandler’s controls make operation easy and productive.

The TL923 has a unique wrap-around rear window that gives the operator a good view to the side and rear of the machine.

An industry-leading joystick sets Bobcat telehandlers apart. A single intuitive joystick controls the travel direction, lift and tilt functions, boom extension, and auxiliary hydraulics. This gives the operator the ability to accurately lift loads. It also allows operators to control several machine functions at the same time and from one control point, enabling more precise control and higher productivity without having to remove their hand from the joystick. 

Fingertip control access makes it easy and comfortable to operate the telehandler. On the front side of the joystick, the directional switch for forward, neutral and reverse can be operated with the index finger. The two-speed travel switch, lift arm float, boom extension, machine function settings and auxiliary hydraulics are located on the rear of the joystick. 

As your air suspension seat moves up and down, the joystick moves with the seat for added comfort and enhanced controllability during operation. Operators can adjust the joystick vertically to their preferred position. 

With tilt and telescopic steering wheel functionality, the steering wheel can be adjusted to find the perfect position for any operator.

When you cycle through different steering modes, the Bobcat telehandler wheel alignment system semi-automatically reorients your wheels to quickly and easily transition between front-wheel, all-wheel, crab steer and semi-crab steer. 

Combine precision with productivity, thanks to the Bobcat smart handling system. This unique system allows the operator to easily adjust the speed of the boom movements (lift, tilt, telescope) via controls on the joystick. It’s the perfect solution when you need high engine power and precise boom motions, helping you adapt to the work you need to perform.

The boom cushioning system makes it easier to confidently handle your load, allowing for smoother motion as the boom angles to its minimum or maximum pitch or when the boom reaches full retraction.

The 7-inch LED display on the TL923 is the most advanced in-cab display Bobcat offers, providing detailed machine information and unprecedented device connectivity. The display also supports multiple languages along with the following features: 

• Machine Information: Detailed machine data to help monitor performance. 
• Detailed Fault Code Information: Descriptions of active and historical fault codes, including troubleshooting steps to identify root causes and assess their impact on your machine. 
• Maintenance Tracking: Plan and track multiple preventative maintenance schedules for tasks such as changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid and filters along with service detail documentation. 
• On-Screen Attachment Control: Monitor and position select attachments directly from your in-cab display. To further enhance productivity, the display will provide tips and information for using attachments. 
• 20 Unique Operator Codes for Keyless Start: Set up to 20 unique operator codes to minimize theft risk and help you monitor operator and job statistics. 
• Bluetooth® allows for a wide range of on-the-job entertainment plus the ability to make and receive hands-free phone calls. Import contacts from your mobile phone to easily make calls from inside the cab. Stream music from your phone, tablet or other device using the Bluetooth connected radio. 

LED work lights are strategically positioned on the machine – two on the front of the cab, one on the rear of the cab and one on the right, rear frame – giving you the light you need to work in dark environments or finish a long day that extends into evening hours. 

Bobcat telehandlers include standard high- and low-beam headlights, turn signals, four-way flashers, brake lights, and reverse lights.

The TL923 features a high-comfort heated air suspension seat, which adjusts to the operator’s weight, enabling maximum comfort for a long day’s work.  

When it’s cold outside, the heated seat makes a perfect complement to the automatic temperature control. As the seat moves up and down, the joystick moves with the seat for added comfort and enhanced controllability during operation.  

Operators can adjust the joystick up or down to their preferred position.

The keyless start option gives you the convenience of keyless start and the added security of an owner-defined numeric code. Eliminate downtime due to lost keys. Remove the risk of spare keys in the pockets of current or former employees. Reduce the chance of theft or unauthorized use. You might even reduce your insurance premiums.

Bobcat telehandlers come radio ready with wiring, speakers and an antenna. A quick and easy install of this stereo system will enhance your operating experience. 

Hydraulic hoses are carefully routed to minimize exposure to friction and contact with jobsite objects and obstacles.

A cushioning spring suspension isolates and reduces vibration inside the cab and improves ride quality.

The rear window provides an emergency exit, and the split door allows you to work with open windows for easier communication on the job.

The AC unit is integrated into the machine; there’s no bulky add-on unit to get in your way. The vents allow you to point the air where you need it, providing greater comfort in all weather conditions. 

The telehandler’s dynamic braking system will decelerate and stop the machine as soon as you let your foot off the accelerator pedal – unlike a torque converter-style transmission that coasts before coming to a complete stop. This gives you maximum control on slopes where you can easily inch your way up or down without having to apply the brake. 

When you release the accelerator pedal as the engine idles, the telehandler parking brake automatically engages for operator convenience.  

To disengage, press the button on the instrumentation panel or press down on the accelerator pedal.  

The telehandler’s slope assist holds the machine’s position on inclines and trailer ramps, giving you easier, more intuitive control on every type of surface.    

Slowing down the machine to load a truck or carefully maneuver around obstacles should not slow down hydraulic performance.  

Bobcat telehandlers feature a brake pedal with inching control that allows you to precisely manage ground speed while maintaining engine rpm.  

This allows you to retain full power to the work group and the attachment for quick cycle times.   

The side-by-side mounted radiator, oil cooler and fan provide a clean engine compartment layout for easy access. Dirt and debris removal is quick and simple whenever cleaning is necessary. 

Uptime protection is critical for a machine this versatile, and it starts with a double-element air cleaner system. 

Nylon wear pads on the inside corners of the extendable boom allow for better guidance and reduce free play of the boom. They’re easily adjustable and require minimal servicing and greasing. 

Easy accessibility to the engine compartment makes routine maintenance checks simple.

The oil filter and other service points are conveniently located for easy access and simple, fast serviceability. 

Bobcat telehandlers have four steering modes to give you tailored maneuverability for every application. 

• All-wheel steer mode allows you to make quick and tight turns. 
• Front-wheel steer is your standard steering mode with the front wheels controlling the direction of the machine. 
• Crab steer takes your maneuverability one step further by allowing precise side-to-side positioning. 
• Semi-crab steer mode allows operators to set the rear wheels in a crab position while steering with the front wheels. 

The TL923 has a simple and efficient V-Drive transmission that offers a low range and high range. In the high range, you can drive up to 25 mph without the need to stop the machine or change gears.

Slowing down the machine to load a truck or carefully maneuvering around obstacles shouldn’t slow down hydraulic performance.  

Bobcat telehandlers feature a brake pedal with inching control that allows you to precisely manage ground speed while maintaining engine rpm.  

This allows you to retain full power to the work group and the attachment for quick cycle times.   

The power quick-tach attachment mounting system provides robust compact attachment versatility.  

The hydraulic lock function allows you to change non-hydraulic attachments safely and quickly without leaving the cab.  

With the power quick-tach system, operators push a button to retract and release the pins to quickly secure an attachment.  

Operators can change non-hydraulic attachments without even leaving the cab. 

Fingertip control access makes it easy and comfortable to operate Bobcat telehandlers.  

On the front side of the joystick, the forward-neutral-reverse directional switch can be operated with the index finger.  

The two-speed travel switch, lift arm float, boom extension and auxiliary hydraulics are located at the top of the joystick.    

Bobcat telehandlers allow you to quickly select an auxiliary flow rate that best matches a particular attachment. 

Bobcat offers a large selection of standard and hydraulic-powered attachments for your telehandler. Approved attachments can be shared with other Bobcat machines. 

Get additional control and functionality in select attachments with the 7-pin attachment control device.  

Several attachments require control of more than one function, and this system gives you fingertip control of these extra functions.  

On-the-fly adjustments, such as the angle of an angle broom attachment, are quick and easy with a simple push button.