Engine
The 254i is powered by a 225-HP Cummins QSB6.7 Tier 4 Final diesel engine with DOC and SCR aftertreatment. The unit includes an engine-driven fan, cooling package and engine block heater as standard equipment.
Joystick Control
Dual joysticks provides intuitive control of the hydraulics for lifting, tilting and reaching simultaneously.
Overhead Lift Arm
The unique overhead lift arm design gives the operator full front visibility when lifting, placing or transporting loads. The arms are mounted behind the cab, rather than in front where they would obstruct the forward view.
Solid Frame
Unlike other forward-reaching, articulated loaders, the 254i has a heavy-duty, solid steel frame design that allows it to take full loads into sharp turns without sacrificing load capacity or stability.
Wheel Base
Wheel base of just 12 feet provides a tight turning radius of 23 feet, 6 inches.
Steering
Excellent maneuverability thanks to 4-wheel drive with 2-wheel, 4-wheel and crab hydraulic power steering modes.
Hydraulic Frame Sway
Hydraulic frame sway control and side shift stabilize loads by leveling the lifting frame when driving on uneven ground. The sway cylinder moves 7 degrees both right and left of center.
90-Degree Fork Tilt Down
Cary-Lift forks are capable of tilting down 90 degrees for specialized lifting tasks.
Reach
The 254i is capable of reaching the forks out an extra 4 feet without having to reposition the machine. It offers a maximum lift height of 16 feet.
Fuel Tank
70-gallon (265 L) fuel tank capacity allows for longer operating intervals.
Operator Cab
A sliding door offers quick access to the comfortable cab, which includes a tilt/telescoping steering column and swiveling, adjustable suspension seat with padded armrests and lumbar support. A rear-view camera with 7-inch display is standard.
Camera and Windows
Standard rear-view camera and large tinted safety glass windows contribute to better visibility.
- Overall Width: 10′ 6″ (320 cm)
- Total Operating Weight: 53,500 lbs (24,267 kg)
- Fuel Tank: 70 gal. (265 L)
- DEF Tank: 5 gal. (19 L)
- Fan: Engine driven
- System: Load-sensing hydraulic
- Filter: Hydraulic return oil filtration (10 micron)
- Tank: 75 gal. (284 L)
- Sway Cylinder: 7° both right and left of center
- Maximum Lift Height: 16′ (488 cm)
- Below Grade Reach: 7.5″ (19.1 cm)



