Among various tonnages of electric forklifts, the 2-ton, 2.5-ton, and 3-ton models are the most commonly used specifications, with the 3-ton class being particularly prevalent. This is mainly determined by the following reasons:
- Adapting to load requirements of most scenarios
Goods in small and medium-sized warehouses, logistics centers (such as standard palletized goods, where the weight of a single pallet is mostly 1-2.5 tons), and the handling of parts in manufacturing workshops, etc., all fall within the 2-3 ton load range.
The weight of daily turnover goods in industries such as e-commerce, food, and pharmaceuticals is generally not high, and 2-3 ton forklifts are sufficient to meet the operational needs of high-frequency and medium-load work. - Optimal combination of balance performance and flexibility
Electric forklifts in this tonnage range adopt a counterweight design, which provides good stability. At the same time, their body size is moderate (with reasonable wheelbase and turning radius), enabling them to flexibly turn in regular factory areas and warehouse passages, and also cope with mild slope operations.
Compared with 1-1.8 ton light-duty forklifts, they have better load-carrying capacity and can handle more slightly heavier goods; compared with heavy-duty forklifts over 4 tons, they are lighter and consume less energy, making them suitable for switching between various indoor and outdoor scenarios. - Outstanding cost-effectiveness and practicality
The manufacturing and maintenance costs of 2-3 ton electric forklifts are relatively reasonable, and their battery life (such as standard 48V/80V batteries) can meet the daily operational needs of most enterprises without frequent charging.
There is a wide range of models in this tonnage on the market (for example, mainstream brands such as Hangcha, Heli, and BYD all have flagship models), with sufficient supply of accessories and a mature after-sales service system, which further enhances their popularity.
In summary, 2-3 ton (especially 3-ton) electric forklifts have become the most widely used choice in various industries due to their combination of load-carrying capacity, flexibility, and economy.
