A 5-ton (5,000 kg / 11,000 lb capacity) forklift dimensions vary by brand, model, and configuration. Below is a summary based on real model specifications.
Typical Dimensions
Dimension Typical Range
Overall Length (without forks) 3,010 – 4,250 mm
Overall Width 1,380 – 2,067 mm
Mast Lowered Height 2,185 – 2,600 mm
Mast Extended Height 4,260 – 4,437 mm
Turning Radius 2,341 – 4,700 mm
Service Weight 5,200 – 8,450 kg
Fork Size (L×W×T) 1,220 × 150 × 55–60 mm
Example Models
Diesel Forklifts
Model Length (w/o forks) Width Mast Lowered Height Turning Radius Weight
XCMG FD50T 3,510 mm 1,995 mm 2,515 mm — —
HELI CPCD50 3,440 mm — — — —
Hawking 5T 3,243 mm 1,518 mm 2,358 mm — —
Royal Rough Terrain 3,541 mm 2,076 mm — — —
Hyster F5.0UT — 2,067 mm 2,545 mm — 8,450 kg
UN Forklift FD50T — 1,996 mm 2,515 mm — 7,980 kg
Clark S 50 s D — 1,453 mm 2,309 mm 2,614 mm —
Electric Forklifts
Model Length (w/o forks) Width Mast Lowered Height Turning Radius Weight
Generic 5T Electric 3,140 mm 1,600 mm 2,270 mm — —
5T Electric Reach 3,015 mm 1,380 mm 2,185 mm — —
EP CPD50F8 — 1,550 mm 2,353 mm — —
Mitsubishi FB50NH — 1,450 mm 2,340 mm — —
The bottom line: A 5-ton forklift measures 3,010–4,250 mm in length, 1,380–2,067 mm in width, and 2,185–2,600 mm in mast lowered height. Turning radii range from 2,341 to 4,700 mm. Service weight ranges from 5,200 to 8,450 kg. Always verify specific dimensions with the manufacturer for your exact model and configuration.