Tire Types
Normally, cushion tires are solid tires which have no tread pattern. They are mostly made to be utilized on smooth and solid surfaces, usually indoors. There are tread patterns available though, that are more suitable for various surface environments. The cushion tires are common on smooth warehouse floors and in similar applications.
On the other hand, pneumatic tires require air and have been specifically designed for outdoor use on loose surfaces and uneven ground. Pneumatic truck tires have higher ground clearance also. This raises the forklift's center of gravity and really lessens its rated lift capacity. Most often, pneumatic tires are utilized in rough terrain environments due to their ability to negotiate uneven surfaces in a smoother manner. Numerous agricultural or mining operations and construction sites depend on these tires in order to make certain the machinery is able to travel as carefully and safe as possible.
Lift Capacity and Lift Height
It is vital to understand the maximum weight and dimensions of the loads you will be handling in order to determine the capacity of the vehicle needed. In addition, you should know the maximum fork height required in order to stack or rack the loads. These factors, the load size as well as the lifting height, greatly affect the lift capacity of the truck. A larger size load could move the vehicle's center of gravity and change the load combination. This decreases the machine's lifting capacity and affects the height and the load being lifted. Using various attachments can also affect the overall capacity of the truck.
Mast Options
On the market nowadays are several different options of forklift masts. These comprise: quad, triple, double and single masts. The number indicated the amount of sections on the mast. In various circumstances, you will not be required to make any choices as the lift height would dictate the type of mast you will get, however, in trucks with very high lift heights, you can have a choice.