Reach truck forklifts are among the most popular types of forklifts. They are also called high storage forklifts. What is their application in warehouses and what functions do they feature?
What are reach truck forklifts and what is their application?
The reach truck is used in high storage warehouses. Thanks to it, storing loads on shelves is possible even at a height of 13 meters. Additionally, the reach truck has an extendable mast. It finds application in internal transport and order picking in warehouses.
Reach Truck Forklifts – Reach Truck Parameters
The reach truck forklift is usually powered by a battery. It can be equipped with a lead-acid battery or a modern lithium-ion battery. The latter option guarantees more efficient and effective work through lower energy consumption.
The reach truck forklift is generally characterized by a lifting capacity from one to two and a half tons. It’s worth keeping in mind that at greater heights, the phenomenon of capacity reduction occurs. In practice, this means that above a certain height, the equipment is only able to lift part of its maximum load.
The maximum lifting height of a reach truck forklift varies depending on the selected model. Some of them are equipped with a mast that can lift loads up to a height of 13 meters.
The travel speed of the forklift reach truck without load is usually up to several kilometers per hour. Loading the device reduces its speed. Information on this topic can be found in the technical specification.
The reach truck side loader can work in narrower aisles than a counterbalance forklift. Generally, the working aisle width can be up to 3 meters.
Reach Truck Forklifts – for work in various conditions
The discussed forklifts can be adapted to work in various conditions, including in cold storage (this is related to the use of special electronic solutions and the presence of a heated operator cabin) and with drive-in racking systems. Some models are even designed to work in high explosion risk zones or to move on uneven terrain. During equipment use, the manufacturer’s recommendations must be strictly followed.
Reach trucks can be equipped with additional functions and programs that aim to facilitate use and minimize operating costs. Some functions are included in the basic equipment, others are optional.
The final cost of the forklift is influenced by the available functions and parameters of a given model. The price of the device generally ranges from several thousand to several tens of thousands of zloty.