New heights for engine powered counterbalance trucks 22 August 2016
Extension to hydrodynamic counterbalance truck line improves robustness, throughput, efficiency, ergonomics and noise reduction
Just two years after the launch of its series 3 and 4 hydrodynamic drive counterbalance trucks, Jungheinrich is extending its robust internal combustion series. The Jungheinrich Series 5 features lifting capacities of 4, 4.5 and 5 tonnes, and these universally applicable fork trucks have torque converters which deliver high throughput rates. These hydrodynamic stackers are particularly strong over medium and long outdoor travel routes, featuring a soft, gentle approach and an ideal degree of efficiency at medium and high speeds. The Series 5 trucks’ globally proven Kubota industrial engines have a number of key benefits, including reduced fuel consumption, lower emissions, superior noise suppression and high torque even at low revs. These engines were especially designed for forklifts, providing maximum reliability over many years of use.
The efficiency-optimised transmission shaft features an integrated non-wear wet multi-disc brake characterised by its high reliability and low service costs compared with standard drum brakes. Thanks to the encapsulated design, brake performance is not diminished by harsh external conditions. This ensures the stacker is well equipped to handle dust and varying climate zones.
The counterbalance design features a low centre of gravity which is centred between the front and rear axles, ensuring high residual lifting capacities even at great lift heights. This design also enables an unusually high degree of vehicle stability – both dynamically and at rest. This high vehicle stability, even during dynamic travel, is made possible by a reduction in pendulum motion thanks to the high pivot point of the steering axle, guaranteeing a high level of passive safety and reduced tipping risk – even without the use of electronic assistance systems.
To improve driving comfort and reduce human vibration, the drive train is cushion mounted. The foot well is also fitted with a vibration-absorbing foot mat and the driver protection roof is vibration-decoupled. This set of features provides the driver with the ideal conditions for safe and focused work to achieve maximum turnover.
Mark Venables
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