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Rated Capacity

3,000 kg

Load Center

500 mm

Diesel Engine

39 kW

Turning Radius

2,600 mm

Where This 3-Ton Diesel Forklift Fits

Container Loading & Unloading

Fitted with a triplex full-free mast, the truck operates inside 20 ft/40 ft ISO containers for loading and unloading palletized cargo up to the 3-ton class.

Indoor/Outdoor Mixed Logistics

Shuttling goods between outdoor storage yards and indoor factory floors, with the flexibility of diesel power that does not depend on battery charging during the working shift.

General Manufacturing & Warehousing

Moving standard palletized goods, machinery parts, and boxed cargo where diesel power is preferred or charging infrastructure is limited.

Technical Specifications

Basic & Performance

Model: CPC30-K

Power Type: Diesel

Rated Load Capacity: 3,000 kg

Load Center: 500 mm

Travel Speed (Unladen): 19 km/h

Lifting Speed (Laden): 430 mm/s

Lowering Speed (Laden): 450 mm/s

Max. Gradeability: 20%

Max. Drawbar Pull: 18 / 15.7 kN

Transmission Type: Mechanical / Hydraulic Powershift (1/1 or 2/2)

Mast, Fork & Dimensions

Standard Lift Height: 3,000 mm

Free Lift Height: 140 mm

Mast Tilt Angle (Forward / Backward): 6° / 12°

Mast Height, Lowered: 2,070 mm

Mast Height, Extended: 4,065 mm

Overhead Guard Height: 2,220 mm

Fork Dimensions (L × W × T): 1,070 × 122 × 45 mm

Length to Fork Face (without fork): 2,750 mm

Overall Width: 1,240 mm

Min. Turning Radius: 2,600 m

Engine, Powertrain & Chassis

Engine Brand / Model: Quanchai / Xinchai QC490BPG (4 Cylinders)

Rated Output: 39 kW @ 2,650 rpm

Max. Torque: 160 Nm @ 1,980 rpm

Fuel Tank Capacity: 60 L

Self Weight: 4,100 kg

Track Width / Tread (Front / Rear): 1,000 mm / 980 mm

Wheelbase: 1,750 mm

Key Features

Container-Ready Triplex Mast

An optional 3-stage full-free-lift mast (lift height 4.5–4.8 m) with a low collapsed height of ~2,150 mm allows pallets to be stacked two-high inside standard shipping containers without contacting the container ceiling.

High-Torque & Fuel-Efficient Powertrain

Configured with proven industrial diesel engines (EU Stage V compliant options) paired with a heavy-duty automatic transmission, delivering optimum torque at low RPMs to reduce hourly fuel consumption by up to 12% compared with a comparable manual-transmission configuration under standard test cycles.

Ergonomic Operator Compartment & Wide Visibility

A floating overhead guard with dampening engine mounts minimizes chassis vibration, while the wide-view mast layout and a smaller steering wheel provide panoramic visibility during dock maneuvers.

Why Diesel for Medium-Load Operations?

Diesel power is practical for frequent material handling where the forklift moves between warehouses, workshops and loading areas. Refueling also removes the need to schedule battery charging during continuous operations.

Frequent handling Indoor-outdoor flexibility No battery charging infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions

What Can the 3-Ton Diesel Forklift Be Used For?

The 3-ton diesel forklift can be used for warehouse pallet handling, workshop material movement, selected building material tasks, and mixed indoor-outdoor operations. Suitability depends on load weight, load center, lifting height, ground conditions, and working environment.

Can this 3-ton forklift drive directly inside a 20ft or 40ft shipping container?

Yes! When equipped with our 3-stage full-free lift mast (Triplex Mast), the collapsed height is low enough to pass through container doors, and the free lift function allows stacking inside without extending the total mast height.

Which engine option should I choose for my region?

For EU and North American markets with strict emissions standards, we offer EU Stage V / EPA Tier 4 engines. For Middle East, Southeast Asia, and South American markets, time-tested ISUZU or Chinese brand engines are available for maximum cost efficiency and easy local maintenance.

How does the fuel consumption compare to larger 5-ton models?

The 3-ton model runs on a compact 4-cylinder engine consuming significantly less fuel per hour (~2.5–3.5 L/h depending on load cycle), making it far more economical for daily light-to-medium logistics.

Can Attachments Be Added to the Forklift?

Attachments may affect the forklift's effective capacity, load center, visibility, and stability. If you need sideshift, clamps, extensions, or other attachments, provide the attachment type and cargo information for configuration review.