A 3.5-ton electric forklift is rated to lift 3,500 kg (7,700 lbs) at a standard 500 mm load center. This heavy-duty class is widely used in warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, lumber yards, and freight terminals. Prices in 2026 range from approximately $12,000 to $60,000+, depending on brand, battery type, and configuration.
Key Specifications at a Glance
Specification Typical Range
Load Capacity 3,500 kg (7,700 lbs)
Load Center 500 mm
Overall Width 1,223 – 1,599 mm
Mast Lowered Height 2,120 – 2,220 mm
Turning Radius 2,215 – 2,350 mm
Service Weight 3,739 – 5,450 kg
Battery Voltage 80V (standard) / 317V (high-voltage)
Travel Speed 14 – 19 km/h
Popular 3.5 Ton Electric Forklift Models
Brand Model Battery Lift Height Weight Key Feature
XCMG XCB35-L6-S 80V / 206Ah Li-ion (removable) 3,000 mm 4,500 kg AC traction, 14 km/h, 3.6m length
Yale ERP3.5N 80V / Lead-acid 3,268 mm 3,739 kg 18 kW traction, 20.7 kW hoist, 16/18 km/h
Heli G2-M (Li-ion) 80V / 404Ah Li-ion 4,700 mm 5,450 kg 16.6 kW drive, 25.5 kW lift, 19 km/h
Heli K3 (Li-ion) 80V / 230Ah Li-ion 3,000 mm 4,840 kg 17 kW drive, 22 kW lift, 19 km/h
Hangcha CPD35-XLJ4 80V — — 1,260 mm width
Hangcha CPD35-XY2GC-RT4 317V (high-voltage) — — 1,599 mm width
BYD ECB35 80V LiFePO4 Up to 7,500 mm — Lithium iron phosphate, fast charging
HEVI HLC35T Electric 3,000 mm — 7,715 lbs capacity, 20″ load center
2026 Price Range
Category Price Range (USD)
Mid-Range (2.0–3.5 tons) $18,000 – $45,000
3.5 Ton (Lead-Acid) $30,000 – $60,000
3.5 Ton (Lithium-Ion) $25,000 – $45,000 (2.5T reference)
Entry-Level (Chinese) $5,277 – $14,500
Battery & Power Options
Lead-Acid Batteries – Lower upfront cost (adds $3,000–$6,000 to base price). Requires regular watering and maintenance.
Lithium-Ion Batteries – Higher upfront cost (adds $8,000–$20,000). Offers zero maintenance, fast charging (1–2 hours), longer lifespan, and opportunity charging during breaks.
High-Voltage Systems – Hangcha's 317V and BYD's 80V LiFePO4 systems deliver improved efficiency and faster lifting speeds.
The bottom line: A 3.5-ton electric forklift offers 3,500 kg capacity with 500 mm load center. Leading models include Yale ERP3.5N (80V, 18 kW, 3.7 t), Heli G2-M (80V Li-ion, 4.7 m lift, 5.45 t), XCMG XCB35-L6-S (80V, 14 km/h, removable battery), and BYD ECB35 (LiFePO4, up to 7.5 m lift). Prices range from $18,000–$60,000+, with lithium-ion models at the higher end. Choose lithium for multi-shift operations and lower long-term costs; choose lead-acid for single-shift, budget-conscious applications.