Diesel Forklifts
Even though electric forklifts are creating a demand in the market, many consumers still prefer the traditional diesel engine driven forklifts
Why Diesel forklifts over Electric Forklift
- Diesel forklifts have higher load capacities than compared to electric forklifts. Hence, they are used for heavy load applications in industries.
- Diesel forklifts can be used in any damp and rainy weather.
- It can be refilled quickly anywhere unlike Electric forklifts which need charging stations.
- Diesel forklifts are more durable and have long term value and are more affordable than Electric forklifts.
Application in different sectors:
- Owing to its long performance and easy quick refilling, it is used in E-commerce and retail sector warehouses which involve frequent usage.
- Used in FMCG industries that involve high volume goods movement. Since, diesel forklifts have load capacities, they are more suited to these industries.
- As they can be used outdoors under wet weather, they are used in shipyards.
- They are used in construction and infrastructure sectors as they are suitable for outdoor applications and carry heavy loads.
Jost’s Diesel Forklift Trucks:
Jost’s range of forklifts are suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications. Through electronic control systems, our forklifts enhance productivity with minimal fuel consumption. These forklift trucks are well tuned to ensure shock-free handling of load.
The diesel engine enables high torque and high load bearing capacity. These engines are tuned for long service life. From the operator’s point of view, we have ensured that the operator is in complete comfort, giving ample leg space and adjustable steering
- Less down time. If diesel level is low, simply fill the tank.No need to lose time charging a battery
- A diesel forklift can be parked anywhere
- Better performance, High acceleration & speed, Driveline torque at low RPM
- The performance capabilities are superior and it can easily handle any hydraulic additions
- Performs better on gradients and are more powerful for towing duties
- More cost efficient. The cost of diesel is usually less than electric and propane
- Less scheduled and repair maintenance and has longer engine life
Jost’s Model Range
Jost’s Diesel Forklifts comprises of following range:
- JFD 20 – with 2000 kg capacity and 6.0 meter lift height.
- JFD 25 – with 2500 kg capacity and 6.0 meter lift height.
- JFB 30 – 3000 kg capacity and 6.0 meter lift height.
- JFD 35 – with 3500 kg capacity and 6.0 meter lift height.
Key features
- Ergonomically designed operator’s area with ample leg room and adjustable steering for relaxed operation.
- Reliable LCD digital instrument, friendly interface, easy and accurate for driver to control the vehicle state
- Ergonomic steering wheel adjustment mechanism, improve operate comfort and adjustment reliability
- Wide view mast design makes the driver’s field of vision more broad
- High-top large diameter intake system is designed to allow the engine to keep out dust, effectively enhance engine performance and increase life expectancy
- High Travel speed with better gradibility operations
- Robust and rigid canopy protects the operator against external hazards
- Reliable casting steering axle and low cost in maintenance
- Simple, generous and strictly environmental designed
Customization and Accessories
Different kinds of attachments are available as per the customer’s request. Customizations are added to the product as well depending on the client’s needs
Case Study
Customer wanted to transfer palletized loads within the premises of the company in open area. Objective was to transfer raw material from stores to assembly lines. The operation was required to be done every hour and through the year. Earlier before Reaching Josts customer had platform truck but loading and unloading from and on platform truck was a problem. Team Josts studies the application and suggested to use Diesel operated forklift to overcome this problem. The selection of diesel forklift was based on the operation characteristics as the customer was required to operate the forklift during the rainy season and in open area in the premises of the company. As a result, With Josts Diesel Forklift customer was able to use forklift even during medium rain, drizzling and in open area without fear of electronic components getting damaged.
New Addition- Jost’s Manufacturer JFD 30
- Jost’s Diesel Forklift comes with latest and newly developed Simpson Engine with side power takeoff which enhances easy servicing.Simpson engine ensure high torque with powerful acceleration and smooth drive characteristics for use in ramps and gradients
- Advance Engine design enable the operator to accelerate and decelerate smoothly and without surface stock, at slow pace or at full speed
- Jost’s Diesel Forklift is fitted with C-Z mast that enables the viewing experience for operator
- Jost’s Diesel Forklft comes with high-top air intake system to keep the engine out of dust and enhance engine performance
- Jost’s Diesel Forklift comes with a vertical exhaust system that enhances the easy servicing and allow the least contact of fumes
- Jost’s Diesel Forklift offers best gradient performance in its class
- Fully adjustable seat and armrest contribute to minimizing operator stress and fatigue
- High Travel speed with better gradibility operations
- Robust and rigid canopy protects the operator against external hazards
04/08/2023 | sumitajmera |
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