The Platinum II Internal Combustion or IC lift truck offers greater torque and horsepower ideal for a variety of tough outside or indoor settings. This machine could keep your operation highly productive and running smoothly. The Platinum II could be run by Diesel, Dual Fuel with Gas/LP, Liquid Propane or Gas. The fuel management system LP/Gas provided by Nissan optimizes engine operation in order to offer great fuel economy and reduced exhaust emissions.
IC or internal combustion forklifts burn fuel in engines similar to car engines. These units are the most common alternative for outdoor applications because electric units are not able to be utilized safely in the rain. Furthermore, only internal combustion forklifts are able to handle the biggest loads. For example, if you need more than 15,000 lbs. capacity, you would definitely need an internal combustion engine.
IC forklifts operate on diesel fuel, liquid propane, CNG which is compressed natural gas and gas. Typically, the operating expenses are often lowest for diesel and highest for gasoline. CNG and propane fuels come in somewhere in the middle. Many people want their machine based on existing machines and vehicles on hand. For example, if you currently have fuel storage and utilize diesel vehicles, it really makes sense to use diesel forklifts as well.
Internal combustion lift trucks offer a big advantage with their ability to refuel on the fly: they can easily be filled up at a gas pump or with a new propane canister and your forklift could continue to operate in no time. These units are less expensive initially to buy than electric lift trucks but really cost a lot more per hour to run.
The IC forklift will stand up far better to misuse over the electric forklift models. Specifically, these machines are utilized to tow or push loads rather than driving and lifting. Generally, they have better top speeds and acceleration. In outdoor operation, this can be a huge advantage.