New diesel engine powers TCM forklifts

Reducing particulate matter by 90% and using engine management to control the variable geometry turbocharger (VGT), the new Advanced Turbo Diesel is the latest development out of TCM's Kanagawa-based R&D centre.

VGTs became a mainstay of the automotive sector in the late 1990s, earning rave reviews for delivering superior performance and better fuel economy. Meeting all Tier 4 regulations, the high pressure injection common rail engine system is now available on all models in the TCM GX Series.

Removing the need for a DPF reduces downtime and improves operating costs and CO2 emissions by up to 24%, whilst a typical eight hour shift pattern also saves around five litres of fuel per truck each month.

Jason Jordan, national sales manager at TCM's largest UK dealer, Carrylift, says the new engine will prove popular amongst customers that are used to ease of operation.

Says Jason: "The new ATD engine builds on the reputation TCM has developed for rugged performance and we're delighted to see it available at 2.5 tonnes capacity. Fuel consumption, vibration levels and engine output are all excellent and the 660mm per second lift speed offers top class performance."

The TCM GX Series featuring the new ZD-30 Advanced Turbo Diesel engine is available to order from 3.5 to 5.0 immediately, with other models arriving later in the year.

Carrylift is the UK's leading independent materials handling company, with 17 depots and a host of services, including new and used forklifts, floor cleaning machines and fleet management. As well as a complete range of new TCM, Aislemaster, Combilift and Hako cleaning machines, Carrylift has developed a reputation for its operator training capabilities as well as its status as a major supplier to fleet users such as Eddie Stobart, Vantec and Pirelli UK.