The Difference in Environmental Adaptability Between Diesel Forklifts and Electric Forklifts
The core difference in environmental adaptability between diesel forklifts and electric forklifts lies in their adaptability to climate, site conditions, and environmental policies, which directly determines their usability in different scenarios.
Differences in Climate Adaptability
- Diesel forklifts: They have strong resistance to high and low temperatures, and can still operate stably in environments ranging from -20℃ to 40℃. They are not affected by rainy, snowy or humid weather and do not require special protection.
- Electric forklifts: Limited by battery characteristics, extreme temperatures (below -10℃ or above 35℃) will significantly reduce their endurance and performance. They are sensitive to humidity, so it is necessary to avoid being exposed to rain or operating in high-humidity environments for a long time.
Differences in Site Condition Adaptability
- Diesel forklifts: Suitable for outdoor and uneven sites, such as construction sites, ports, open-air warehouses, and muddy roads. They have low requirements for ground hardness and flatness, and excel in climbing (slope ≤ 20%) and obstacle-crossing capabilities.
- Electric forklifts: Suitable for indoor, flat and dry sites, such as workshops, constant-temperature warehouses, and e-commerce logistics centers. They have high requirements for ground flatness, and should not be used in rough or water-accumulated sites. Their climbing ability is relatively weak (slope ≤ 15%).
Differences in Environmental and Policy Adaptability
- Diesel forklifts: They emit exhaust gas and generate noise (about 85-95 decibels) during operation, and their use may be restricted in indoor areas, enclosed spaces, or regions with strict environmental regulations (such as urban industrial parks).
- Electric forklifts: They achieve zero exhaust emissions and low noise (about 60-70 decibels), meeting the requirements of indoor operations and environmental policies. They have no restrictions on usage areas, and are especially suitable for scenarios with requirements for air quality.
