A Complete Guide to the 2-Ton Electric Forklift

I. Basic Parameters

• Rated Load Capacity: 2000kg (2 tons)
• Load Center Distance: 500 - 600mm
• Standard Lifting Height: 3000mm (Optional 2900 - 5500mm)
• Overall Vehicle Weight: Approximately 3200kg
• Fork Dimensions: Approximately 1070×122×40mm (Varies by brand)
• Turning Radius: About 1690mm for three - point support type and 2000mm for four - wheel type

II. Core Configurations and Features

1. Power System

• Motor: Mainly equipped with an Alternating Current (AC) drive system with a power of approximately 5.0kW
• Battery Options
  1. Lead - acid Battery: Low price (accounting for 20 - 30% of the total vehicle cost), requiring 8 - 10 hours for charging, with a service life of 3 - 5 years.
  2. Lithium - ion Battery (Lithium Iron Phosphate): 2 - 3 times higher in price than lead - acid batteries. It supports fast charging within 1 - 2 hours, has a service life of over 10 years, is maintenance - free, and is 70% lighter in weight.

2. Performance Advantages

• Zero Emissions: Suitable for clean environments such as those in the food, pharmaceutical, and electronics industries.
• Low Noise: Improves the working environment and is suitable for intensive indoor operations.
• High Efficiency and Energy Conservation: The operating cost is about $1.5 - $2.5 per hour, which is 30 - 50% lower than that of internal combustion forklifts.
• Flexible Operation: Its compact body is suitable for narrow passages (the minimum passage width is about 2.5m).

III. Price Range 

IV. Application Scenarios

Most Suitable for

• Lightweight warehouses / distribution centers
• E - commerce warehouses (handling 1 - 2 tons of goods per day)
• Food / pharmaceutical cold chains (lithium - ion batteries have the advantage of low - temperature resistance)
• Internal factory logistics (transportation of spare parts)
• Supermarkets / shopping malls (shelf replenishment, noise - sensitive areas)

Unsuitable for

• Heavy industry (such as steel and building materials industries; a forklift with a load capacity of over 3 tons is recommended)
• Long - distance outdoor transportation (limited endurance)

V. Battery Comparison (Lead - acid vs. Lithium - ion)

VI. Purchasing Guide

1. Selection of Key Parameters

• Load Capacity: Choose a capacity no less than the actual maximum weight of the goods. It is recommended that the actual load does not exceed 80% of the rated load (the common actual load for 2 - ton models is about 1.4 tons).
• Lifting Height: ｓｅｌｅｃｔ according to the height of the shelves (3 - 5 meters for ordinary warehouses).
• Mast Type: Standard mast (for lifting height within 3 meters) or multi - stage mast (for higher lifting heights).
• Driving Type: Three - wheel type (flexible turning) or four - wheel type (excellent stability).

2. Key Points for Battery Selection

• If the budget is limited and the daily usage is less than 4 hours: Lead - acid battery is recommended due to its low initial investment.
• For multi - shift / high - intensity operations or when efficiency is a priority: Lithium - ion battery is preferred as it brings high long - term returns and significant efficiency improvement.
• For cold storage / low - temperature environments: Lithium - ion battery is the first choice for its wider temperature tolerance range.

VII. Maintenance Tips

Daily Maintenance

1. Before use, check the tire pressure, hydraulic oil level, and battery connections.
2. Clean the vehicle body and mast to remove dust and oil stains.
3. Inspect the braking and lighting systems.

Weekly Maintenance

1. Check the tightness of the chains (the sag should be less than 20mm).
2. Test the electric braking effect (the vehicle should decelerate smoothly when the pedal is released).
3. Inspect the tightness of the hydraulic system.

Monthly Maintenance

1. Check the motor operation (ensure there is no abnormal noise or overheating).
2. Perform a deep discharge once (keep the remaining power no less than 20%).
3. Lubricate all movable joints.

Battery Maintenance

• Lead - acid Battery: Let it stand for 30 minutes after charging before use. Apply petroleum jelly to the terminals to prevent oxidation.
• Lithium - ion Battery: Avoid over - charging and over - discharging. Repair the charging system immediately if a malfunction occurs.

VIII. Summary