Caterpillar Forklifts -- Rugged And Dependable
Caterpillar forklifts, currently made by Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc., are well-known for their rugged durability, operator comfort, and ease of use. Perhaps that's one of the reasons why they are an industry leader in the manufacture of forklifts worldwide. Caterpillar forklifts are available in a full range of models -- internal combustion forklifts (with both cushion and pneumatic tires), electric counterbalanced forklifts, electric narrow-aisle forklifts as well as electric and manual walkies. Take, for example their internal combustion forklifts. They have Caterpillar forklifts that use LP gas and are equipped with cushion tires -- and have a rated carrying capacity of 3000-15,500 pounds, depending upon the model. Caterpillar also makes pneumatic tire forklifts. These are powered by gas, diesel fuel or LP gas and have a rated carrying capacity of 3000-11,000 pounds, depending upon the model chosen. If an electric counterbalanced forklift is what you are looking for, you can select a number of different models from Caterpillar. One set of models feature an electric 3-wheel cushion tire design (with cushion tires). These Caterpillar forklifts are rated from 3000-4000 pounds in carrying capacity. All of these models are powered by a 36 V/48 V system. Another option in an electric counterbalanced forklift is their electric standup forklift. Rated at 3000-5000 pounds capacity, these Caterpillar forklifts operate on a 36 V system and feature a standup end control system. If you need something a bit more robust in an electric counterbalanced forklift, you can choose one of the heavier-duty Caterpillar forklifts -- these models have a rated carrying capacity of 7000-12,000 pounds. These Caterpillar forklifts utilize cushion tires -- a 4-wheel system, powered by a 36 V/48 V system. Perhaps you work in a warehousing or grocery storage environment, and need an electric narrow-aisle forklift. Again, you can purchase several different types of Caterpillar forklifts in this category. For example, Caterpillar manufactures single-reach electric trucks. Depending on the model selected, these Caterpillar forklifts have a carrying capacity of 2500-4500 pounds, and are powered by a 24 V or 36 V system. If you prefer, you could instead choose an electric orderpicker. These Caterpillar forklift models are powered by a 24 V system, and have a rated carrying capacity of 3000 pounds. If you need to operate your forklift with a greater degree of control, then perhaps a walkie is what you need -- these Caterpillar forklifts are designed to move heavy loads while the operator walks behind them -- these are the kinds of forklifts that you often see being used in grocery stores. Caterpillar makes electric walkies that are capable of carrying 3000-6000 pound loads. Most of these Caterpillar forklifts operate on a 24 V system. And if you are looking for a self-powered forklift, what you probably need is a hand pallet truck. These Caterpillar forklifts are designed to be used in situations where the operator needs to walk behind the load, and push or pull it into place under their own power. This model is rated at a 5000 pound capacity -- which is a decent carrying capacity for a hand pallet truck. So, no matter what your needs, you can find a durable Caterpillar forklift which is also economical to operate -- all of these models will give you years and years of faithful service. They really are dependable -- after all, they are a Caterpillar! |
