Internal Combustion Lift Trucks
The IC forklift belongs within the class IV and V forklift classification. They could be liquid propane, gas or diesel units. Mostly, the ICE or internal combustion engine units are utilized outside, since they can function in inclement climate and emit some emissions. Propane-powered units, on the other hand, can be utilized indoors provided that proper ventilation is used. It is best to determine what particular requirements you have to use the forklift for and what kinds of settings you will be operating in, to be able to ensure you select the right model to suit your needs.
Internal Combustion Engine Benefits
Some of the advantages of internal combustion engines consist of a lower initial purchase price, compared to a similar capacity electric truck. This can vary anywhere from 20% to 40% lower. The Internal Combustion Engine models are very simple and fast to refuel. This feature really lessens downtime because there is no requirement to recharge any batteries, like there is with electric units.
To the similarly equipped electric truck, IC units do provide a higher performance capabilities with far heavier lift capacities compared to electric lift truck models. Over recent years, there have been numerous advancements regarding emissions technology and this has resulted in lower total levels of emission. ICE trucks remain popular with load sizes around 8,000 pounds and even a lot higher in specific applications such as ports, lumberyard settings and steel manufacturing facilities.
ICE Drawbacks
The Internal Combustion units do suffer from some disadvantages such as a higher cost-per-hour to operate as compared to electric trucks, due to the excess needs for fuel. Additionally, these models normally produce more noise than the electric units as they run louder. Internal Combustion Engine trucks also have fuel-storage requirements to take into account too.