A "5K forklift" typically refers to a truck with a 5,000 lb (2,268 kg) lifting capacity at a standard 24-inch load center. Specs vary significantly by power source and model.
Key Dimensions & Performance (Typical Ranges)
Specification Typical Range
Lift Capacity 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg)
Max Fork Height 132 – 276 inches (11 – 23 ft)
Lowered Height 81 – 95 inches
Overall Width 36 – 47 inches
Turning Radius 5.8 – 7.0 ft
Operating Weight 7,170 – 10,000 lbs
Sources:
Fork Size: Standard forks are typically 42–48 inches long, 4 inches wide, and 1.75 inches thick.
Electric Forklifts
Zero-emission, quiet operation, ideal for indoor warehouses.
Toyota 8FBCU25-COMP – 48V / 765Ah battery system, 48 hp motor. 132" max fork height, 5.8 ft turning radius, 11.5 mph top speed, 7,170 lb weight.
Nissan PE50LY – 5,000 lb capacity, 67 ft/min lift speed, 10.6 mph top speed, 6.3 ft turning radius, pneumatic tires.
Mitsubishi FBC25N-AC / Yale ERCO50VG – 36V electric, 3-stage mast, 15.7–16.2 ft max lift height. Width: 36" (Mitsubishi) / 42" (Yale). Weight: 10,000 lbs (Mitsubishi) / 9,870 lbs (Yale).
Yale ERC050 – 48V electric, Class II carriage, 219" raised height, 94" lowered height.
Generic EP ePicker EFLP25 – 5,000 lb capacity, 80V / 230Ah lithium battery, up to 197" lift height.
Internal Combustion (LPG / Propane) Forklifts
Faster refueling, consistent power, suitable for indoor/outdoor mixed use.
Clark C25CL – LPG, 5,000 lb capacity@24" load center, quad mast collapsed/raised: 95"/276", 48" forks with side shift + fork positioner, cushion tires, 7,836 hours.
Yale GLC050 – LPG, 5,000 lb capacity, Class II carriage, 83" lowered / 189" raised height, 42" or 45" forks.
Yale GLP050 – LPG, pneumatic tires, 84" lowered / 189" raised height, Class II carriage.
Truck-Mounted & Rough Terrain Forklifts
Donkey 5K Series – 25 HP Kubota diesel (Tier 4), 120" mast lift height, 48" forks, 4" total side shift, 15 mph top speed, scissor reach 44–56".
Lift King RT50 – 82 HP diesel, 5,000 lb capacity, 4WD, 18 mph top speed, 11.5" ground clearance, pneumatic tires, 7.4 ft width, 12.5 ft length.
