New diesel models comply with Stage V regs

The new portfolio represents a smart generation of diesel forklifts from 2.5 to 5 ton lifting capacity, and combines a robust and slick exterior design with performance enhancing features. In addition, a heavy line range of diesel machines will be launched in Q221.

As part of its Moving you Further mission, Hyundai's engineers have aimed for a ground-breaking level of customer satisfaction by delivering maximum fuel efficiency, enhanced productivity, extra safety features, improved uptime, while maintaining great driver comfort. These new generation forklifts, ranging from the 2.5 to 3.5 ton lifting capacity (Diesel 9V series), to the 3.5 to 5 ton (Diesel 9VB/VC series) machines represent trucks that exceed the market requirements by delivering smart features on all important criteria while complying with the European stage V emission levels.

Major topics like fuel efficiency, productivity, safety, convenience and improved uptime are key in this new forklift range. To support these ‘smart’ features, Hyundai Material Handling has come up with what it says is the best standard warranty in the industry. In addition to the forklift standard warranty of 2 years/3,000 hours, the new Hyundai powertrain benefits from an additional 1,000 hours, giving the powertrain a warranty of 2 years/4,000 hours.

Unparalleled fuel efficiency and work productivity – bringing the TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) down.

Key features include:

• Stage V variable Hyundai turbo engine 2.9 litre for a 55 kW power output
• Improved fuel efficiency of 33% vs. previous range and less downtime due to higher DPF (Diesel Particulate filter) efficiency
• New variable Rexroth load-sensing piston pump
• Improved fuel efficiency of 33% vs. previous range and higher work productivity (+ 4%) vs. previous range
• Lower vibrations and cabin noise

Operator comfort and safety features include:

• Reduced steering wheel size & adjustable steering column
• Faster Buchholz fingertip control
• Enhanced control cluster
• Extended wheelbase for improved running stability
• Auto parking brake & Hill Start Assist Control

Key points on durability and serviceability are:

• Clutch pack capacity increased by 25%
• Easily accessible Diesel Particulate filter (DPF) – no need to take the counterweight off
• European-based warehouse (Belgium) guaranteeing 96% spare parts availability and quick delivery service throughout Europe

Hyundai Material Handling head of sales Western Europe Christopher Thompson said: “Our new Stage V ‘Packed with Smartness’ range of diesel forklifts demonstrates Hyundai’s commitment to continuous product development in response to the needs of our European customers. Our new stage V engines offer significant improvements in fuel efficiency along with easy maintenance, resulting in lower operating costs. However, this is not the end of the story. We also took this opportunity to develop new and enhanced features which have a positive impact on driver comfort, safety and performance. Add to this the best standard warranty in the industry and you know that Hyundai Material Handling is a reliable ‘go to’ partner.”

For more information, visit www.hyundai-mh.eu