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6 Main Types of CAT Forklifts

CAT forklifts are some of the most popular and commonly used forklifts. These machines offer reliable service and long service life. You can choose from a variety of forklifts that fall under the main categories viz. Class I, IV, V, and VIII. Depending on your requirements including the load you would need your forklifts to work with, you can decide on the right model. You can consider opting for used CAT forklifts to reduce your overall spending.

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Different Types of CAT Forklifts & Their Specifications

Important information pertaining to some of the popular CAT forklift models are mentioned below:

  1. Cat 2ET and 2ETC Series Class I Forklifts

These machines feature an electric engine.

  • Total No. of Models: 18
  • Engine Capacity: 48 Volts
  • Travel Speed: 10 miles per hour
  • Lift Speed: 108.3 to 118.1 feet per minute
  • Load Capacity: 2,500 to 4,000 lbs.
  • Stack Height Capacity: 69.9 to 78.6 inches
  • Turning Radii: 56.7 to 65.2 inches
  • Forklift Weight (Without Load): 5,974 to 7,343 lbs.
  • Tire Type: Pneumatic
  1. Cat EP and EPC Series Class I Forklifts

These four-wheeled forklifts provide immense control when lifting loads

  • Engine Capacity: 48 – 80 Volts
  • Travel Speed: 9.9 to 12.4 miles per hour
  • Lift Speed: 88.6 to 118.1feet per minute
  • Load Capacity: 3,000 to 10,000lbs.
  • Stack Height Capacity: 86.6 to 116.6 inches
  • Turning Radii: 73.2 to 96.5 inches
  • Forklift Weight (Without Load): 6,503 to 15,864 lbs.
  • Tire Type: Pneumatic
  1. Cat E, EC and EX Series Class I Forklifts

With a wide variety of models to choose from, the E, EC and EX series CAT forklifts are very popular.

  • Total No. of Models: 26
  • Engine Capacity: 36 to 48Volts
  • Travel Speed: 8.9 to 11.3 miles per hour
  • Lift Speed: 69 to 140 feet per minute
  • Load Capacity: 3,000 to 12,000 lbs.
  • Turning Radii: 70.5 to 97 inches
  • Forklift Weight (Without Load): 6,200 to 18,190 lbs.
  • Tire Type: Cushion
  1. Cat 2C and 2CC Series Class IV Forklifts

These models feature durable construction and easy to use controls.

  • Total No. of Models: 8
  • Engine Capacity: Volts
  • Travel Speed: 10 to 10.5 miles per hour
  • Lift Speed: 105 to 130 feet per minute
  • Load Capacity: 3,000 to 6,500 lbs.
  • Stack Height Capacity: 85 to 101inches
  • Turning Radii: 70 to 83.5 inches
  • Forklift Weight (Without Load): 6,040 to 9,800 lbs.
  • Tire Type: Cushion Pneumatic
  1. Cat GC Series Class IV Forklifts

These forklifts have very high load lifting capacity and travel speeds.

  • Total No. of Models: 14
  • Engine Capacity: Volts
  • Travel Speed: 12.1 to 14.3 miles per hour
  • Lift Speed: 77 to 112feet per minute
  • Load Capacity: 7,000 to 15,500 lbs.
  • Stack Height Capacity: 100 to 122 inches
  • Turning Radii: 88 to 101.2 inches
  • Forklift Weight (Without Load): 11,550 to 21,870 lbs.
  1. Cat Class V Forklifts

With high turning radii, these machines can be used in open and wide spaces.

  • Total No. of Models: 15 (2P, 2PC to 2PD series)
  • Travel Speed: 11 to 12.1 miles per hour
  • Lift Speed: 128 feet per minute
  • Load Capacity: 3,000 to 7,000 lbs.
  • Stack Height Capacity: 92.5 to 115.5 inches
  • Turning Radii: 76.8 to 98 inches
  • Forklift Weight (Without Load): 5,650 to 10,590 lbs.

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