Reachtrucks

A reach truck is developed for handling pallets and loads at great heights. Unlike conventional forklifts, which typically lift up to 6 meters, reach trucks can operate at heights of up to 14 meters. The primary advantage of a reach truck is its extendable mast, which allows the load to remain within the machine’s contours, resulting in higher residual capacities compared to a standard forklift, which extends the load beyond the machine’s profile. Additionally, for transporting goods over long distances, the transverse seating position of the reach truck is ideal for the operator, with the load effectively trailing behind.

Narrow Aisles:

Reach trucks are designed to operate in narrow aisles. Whereas a standard forklift often requires an aisle width of 3.5 meters, a reach truck typically needs only 2.8 meters of aisle space.

Handling:

Reach trucks are engineered for optimal turnover speed. Their robust and high lifting and lowering speeds make them ideal for pallet warehouses. The width of the machine is generally 125 cm, allowing a Euro-pallet to be easily accommodated lengthwise between the legs.

Special Variants:

- Reach Trucks with Extendable Forks / Reach Forks: Suitable for double-deep stacking.

- Wide-Aisle Reach Trucks: Designed to maneuver around wide loads, such as large cages with tires or furniture.

- Narrow-Aisle Reach Trucks: Ideal for use in drive-in racks. Examples include the Linde R16N, Atlet ULS, and Jungheinrich ETV110.

- Cold Store Reach Trucks / Freezer Models: Designed for work in cold storage environments. These machines may feature a complete cab with heating or use special (thinner) hydraulic oil and heated electronic components to withstand prolonged cold and temperature fluctuations.

- Reach Trucks with Super Elastic Tires and Extra Ground Clearance: These machines combine features of a forklift (suitable for outdoor use with SE  tires, extra ground clearance, and tilting mast) and a reach truck. Examples include the Jungheinrich ETV-C and Linde R16-20G.

Features for Working at Heights

- Camera-Monitor System: A camera mounted on the fork carriage or one of the forks provides enhanced visibility.

- Lift Height Indicator: Displays the fork height during lifting on the screen.

- Lift Height Selector: Allows the operator to input various drop heights on the display, and the reach truck automatically positions the pallet to the desired height.

- Automatic Tilting Cabin: Provides better visibility at height (e.g., Toyota-BT Reflex).