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HYSTER has launched a new range of
25–32 ton heavy duty forklift trucks and
dedicated container handlers, delivering
maximum performance, versatility,
excellent visibility and lower operating
costs for heavy industry and ports.
“The new H25-32XM range comprises
nine new models spanning 25 to 32 ton lifting
capacity, three of which are ultra compact”,
explains Antoon Cooijmans, big trucks
product manager for Hyster Europe. “They
are all designed to offer a unique blend of high
productivity, reliable proven components, fuel
efficiency and outstanding driver comfort in
the ports or in heavy industry.”
The range includes four standard forklift
models (H25XM-12, H28XM-12, H30XM-
12, H32XM-12) with between 25,000kg and
32,000kg lifting capacity at 1,200mm load
centre. The three new ultra-compact models
(H25XMS-9, H30XMS-9, H32XMS-9) are
designed to assist in operations where space
is at a premium, with wheelbases of between
3.655m and 3.935m. In addition, there are
two new container handlers (H28XM-16CH,
H32XM-16CH) with a dedicated carriage for
the container spreader.
All new models offer class leading
lifting performance and feature the QSC8.3
Cummins diesel engine with low exhaust
emissions conforming to EC Tier 3 NRMM
emissions standards. The powertrain ensures
increased dependability for long periods of
peak power operation with protection for
the engine and the 3-speed transmission.
The trucks have also been designed for
all operating environments and have the
flexibility to operate in ambient temperatures
from -18°C up to +50°C.
“The H25-32XM range is packed with
features to reduce energy consumption
and save fuel and ensures drivers maintain
comfort and concentration throughout a
shift”, added Mr Cooijmans, explaining that
the trucks only provide maximum power
on demand, when it is really needed, with
load-sensing hydraulics that ‘feel’ the load
weight that is lifted. As maximum loads are
not always handled (and many lift modes are
without load), the trucks do not always require
maximum engine power and therefore less
fuel will be consumed, with savings of 5% to
15%. The operating speed of the hydraulic
functions (lift, tilt, sideshift, fork-positioners)
can also be adjusted to suit the requirements
of a specific application.
The trucks are also highly versatile thanks
to the ‘dual-function’ carriage, setting a new
standard for large forklift trucks, by offering
unique built-in flexibility for various fork
handling duties. The hook-style design with a
‘quick-disconnect’ dismounting feature for the
forks enables fast exchange between forks
and attachments such as a coil ram. Sideshift
and fork-positioning functions are featured
as standard, and include two fork-positioning
working ranges, enabling a uniquely wide
‘in-to-in’ or ‘out-to-out’ working range of the
forks. The robust masts offer extra strength
thanks to the unique ‘6-roller’ construction,
for heavy lifts up to 6.2m high.
For the operator, the industry leading
design of the Hyster ‘Vista’ Operator
Compartment offers excellent comfort,
outstanding ergonomics and a low noise
level. The design of the cab provides the
operator with excellent all-round visibility,
and particularly of the operating area. For
example, the doors feature upper and lower
glass panels enhancing sideways visibility
and the convex, curved design of the front
screen means that the front corner pillars of
the cab can be positioned relatively far back,
to ensure maximum visibility of the load.
“Visibility is outstanding for the driver
with details that make a real difference. For
example we have designed a unique ‘angled’
positioning of the hose group over the mast
and the sloping design of the counterweight
helps with rearwards visibility”, said Mr
Cooijmans, adding that the cab is ideally
positioned, mid-high and towards the front,
for optimal visibility, which offers excellent
vision sideways and rearwards, boosting
driver confidence and performance.
Hyster Europe – UK
Fax: +44 1252 770702
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