A "5K industrial forklift" refers to a truck with a 5,000 lb (2,268 kg) lifting capacity at a standard 24-inch load center. These machines are available in electric, propane (LPG), diesel, and rough-terrain configurations.
Electric Forklifts
Zero-emission, quiet operation, ideal for indoor warehouses and distribution centers.
Toyota 8FBCU25-COMP – 48V / 765Ah battery, 48 hp (36 kW) motor, 132" max fork height, 5.8 ft turning radius, 11.5 mph top speed, 7,170 lb weight.
Toyota 8FBCU25 – 48V, 765Ah battery, 11 ft max fork height, 3'5" width, 6'9" lowered height, 15" extended mast height.
Mitsubishi FBC25N-AC – 36V electric, 3-stage mast, 15.7 ft max lift height, 36" width, 10,000 lb weight.
Yale ERCO50VG – 36V electric, 3-stage mast, 16.2 ft max lift height, 42" width, 9,870 lb weight.
Nissan PE50LY – 5,000 lb capacity, 67 ft/min lift speed, 10.6 mph top speed, 6.3 ft turning radius.
ePicker EFLP25 – 80V / 230Ah lithium battery, up to 197" lift height, 42" forks, 16% loaded gradeability.
United Rentals Electric – 5,000 lb capacity, 11 ft max fork height, 48-80V battery, cushion or pneumatic tires.
Propane (LPG) Forklifts
Consistent power, quick refueling, suitable for indoor/outdoor mixed use.
Toyota 50-8FGU25 – 5,000 lb capacity @ 24" load center, 3-stage mast (83" collapsed / 189" raised), 42" forks, side shift, 1,765 hours.
Toyota 8FGU25 – 5,000 lb capacity, 3-stage mast, 87" lowered height, 44" width, 7,840 lb weight, 15 ft max lift height.
Mitsubishi FG25-N – 5,000 lb capacity, 53 HP gas/LPG engine, 45.3" width, 7,990 lb weight.
Komatsu FG25ST-16 – 5,000 lb capacity, triple-stage mast (84-189"), 4-wheel, propane, $7,900 used.
Clark S25 – 5,000 lb capacity, 41.7" width, 7,562 lb weight, 69.7 hp Ford 2.5L gasoline engine.
Heli CPYD25 – 5,000 lb capacity, triple-stage mast (189"), propane, CSA-certified, pneumatic tires.
Diesel Forklifts
Higher torque, unlimited runtime, suitable for outdoor and heavy-duty applications.
Lift King RT50 – 5,000 lb capacity, 82 hp diesel, 4WD, 18 mph top speed, 7.4 ft width, 12.5 ft length, 11.5" ground clearance, pneumatic tires.
Moffett M5 NX 50.3 – 5,000 lb capacity, diesel engine, 29" tires.
Diesel RFQ – 5,000 lb capacity, 131" minimum lift height, 42" forks, pneumatic tires, headlights, rear view mirror.
Quick Reference Summary
Type Common Models Capacity Lift Height Width Weight Power
Electric Toyota 8FBCU25, Mitsubishi FBC25N 5,000 lbs 11–16 ft 36–47" 7,170–10,000 lbs 36V–80V battery
Propane Toyota 8FGU25, Komatsu FG25 5,000 lbs 15–16 ft 41–47" 7,560–8,000 lbs LPG engine
Diesel Lift King RT50 5,000 lbs Variable 7.4 ft Variable 82 hp diesel
The bottom line: A 5K industrial forklift offers 5,000 lb capacity at 24-inch load center. Electric models (Toyota 8FBCU25: 48V, 132" lift, 5.8 ft turning radius) are ideal for indoor zero-emission use. Propane models (Toyota 8FGU25: 3-stage mast, 189" lift, 44" width) suit mixed indoor/outdoor operations. Diesel rough-terrain models (Lift King RT50: 82 hp, 4WD, 18 mph) handle demanding outdoor applications.
