Yale IC Forklifts Corpus Christi

IC Lift Trucks

Internal combustion lift trucks are members of classes V and IV. Typically, they are available in diesel, liquid propane or gas units. Primarily, the ICE or internal combustion engine models are used outdoors, because they produce some emissions and are able to function in severe conditions. Propane-powered units, however, can be used indoors so long as proper ventilation is used. It is better to determine what specific requirements you need to use the forklift for and what kinds of environments you would be operating in, in order to ensure you pick the right model to suit all your needs.



ICE Benefits

Some of the benefits of internal combustion engines comprise a lower initial purchase price, compared to a similar capacity electric truck. This could vary anywhere from 20% to 40% lower. The ICE units are really fast and easy to refuel. This feature really reduces downtime because there is no requirement to recharge any batteries, like there is with electric units.



To the similarly equipped electric truck, IC models do provide a higher performance capabilities with far heavier lift capacities than electric lift truck units. Over recent years, there have been numerous advancements regarding emissions technology and this has resulted in lower total levels of emission. ICE trucks remain popular with load sizes around 8,000 pounds and even much higher in certain applications like lumberyard settings, steel manufacturing facilities and ports.



ICE Disadvantages

There are several disadvantages to the ICE units. For instance, they use a higher cost-per-hour to operate as compared to electric trucks. This is mainly because of fuel and maintenance costs. Additionally, these models normally produce more noise than the electric units since they run louder. ICE trucks also have fuel-storage requirements to consider as well.

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