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Cat 2P3500 Specifications

Basic Information

The Cat 2P3500 is a dependable Class V internal combustion pneumatic tire forklift, suited for outdoor use on improved surfaces. Powered by a Nissan K21 engine, it offers adequate power for its 3,500 lb capacity. Operators benefit from features common to the series, such as fingertip hydraulic controls and a full-suspension swivel seat, which enhance comfort and control during shifts. Its design prioritizes visibility and serviceability, contributing to its reputation as a solid, productive unit in warehouses and construction sites.

Engine Specs

Engine Model: Nissan K21
Power Type: Gasoline / LP gas
Continuous Output S.A.E. gross: 53 hp (39.6 kW)
Rated Speed: 2,700 rpm
Maximum Torque S.A.E. gross: 110 lb-ft (151 Nm)
Torque Speed: 2,000 rpm
Number of Cylinders: 4
Displacement: 126 cu in (2.1 L)
Bore and Stroke: 3.50 x 3.27 in (89 x 83 mm)
Compression Ratio: 8.5:1
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Idle Speed: 700-750 rpm

Lubrication System Type: Forced circulation with gear pump
Oil Pump Type: Gear
Oil Filter: Full-flow cartridge type
Oil Capacity (with filter): 3.3 qt (3.1 L)
Recommended Oil Viscosity: SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
Recommended Oil Classification: API class SJ or higher
Oil Pressure (at rated speed): 50-64 psi (3.4-4.4 bar)

Cooling System Type: Liquid-cooled, pressurized with centrifugal pump
Cooling Method: Forced circulation with thermostat
Radiator Type: Corrugated fin, tube type
Water Pump Type: Centrifugal, belt-driven
Thermostat Opening Temperature: 180°F (82°C)
Fan Diameter: 16 in (406 mm)
Fan Drive: Belt-driven with adjustable tension
Coolant Capacity (engine only): 2.1 qt (2.0 L)
Coolant Capacity (with radiator): 8.5 qt (8.0 L)

Drive Train

Transmission
Transmission Manufacturer: Nissan
Transmission Type: Powershift, constant mesh
Transmission Model: TCM 11Z
Number of Speeds Forward / Reverse: 1 / 1
Transmission Control: Single lever with integrated inching control
Torque Converter Type: Single-stage, single-phase
Torque Converter Stall Ratio: 2.0:1

Travel Speed
Travel Speed Loaded: 11.0 mph (17.5 km/h)
Travel Speed Empty: 11.5 mph (19.0 km/h)
Travel Speed Reverse Loaded: 11.0 mph (17.5 km/h)
Travel Speed Reverse Empty: 11.5 mph (19.0 km/h)

Axles
Drive Axle (Front): Full-floating, banjo type
Drive Axle Reduction: Double reduction with hypoid gears
Drive Axle Ratio: 12.5:1
Differential Type: Bevel gear with straight spline
Steer Axle (Rear): Pivot-type with articulated mount
Steer Axle Oscillation: 8.5 degrees each side
King Pin Inclination: 7 degrees

Brakes
Service Brake Actuation: Foot-operated, hydraulic
Service Brake Type: Self-adjusting, duo-servo
Service Brake Diameter: 9.0 in (229 mm)
Service Brake Lining Width: 2.0 in (51 mm)
Service Brake Total Lining Area: 113 sq in (729 sq cm)
Parking Brake Actuation: Hand-operated, mechanical
Parking Brake Type: Mechanical linkage to service brakes

Electrical System

System Voltage: 12V
Battery Capacity: 55 Ah (20 hour rating)
Battery Cold Cranking Amps: 390 CCA
Alternator Output: 40 A
Alternator Voltage Regulator: Integrated electronic type
Starter Motor Output: 0.8 kW
Starter Motor Type: Solenoid shift, overrunning clutch
Ignition System: Electronic breakerless
Ignition Timing: 10 degrees BTDC at idle
Spark Plug Type: NGK BPR5ES or equivalent
Spark Plug Gap: 0.039 in (1.0 mm)

Wheels and Tires

Tire Type: Pneumatic
Wheel Drive: 2x driven (front)
Number of Wheels: 2 front / 2 rear
Tire Size Front (standard): 6.50x10-10PR
Tire Size Rear: 5.00x8-8PR
Front Tire Load Capacity (each): 2,470 lb at 90 psi (1,120 kg at 6.2 bar)
Rear Tire Load Capacity (each): 2,150 lb at 75 psi (975 kg at 5.2 bar)
Front Rim Width: 4.50 in (114 mm)
Rear Rim Width: 3.50 in (89 mm)
Wheelbase: 55.0 in (1,400 mm)
Tread Width Front (standard tires): 35.0 in (890 mm)
Tread Width Rear: 35.5 in (900 mm)

Steering Type: Hydraulic power steering
Steering Control: Steering wheel with hydrostatic unit
Steering Pump Type: Gear pump, engine-driven
Steering Pump Flow: 3.2 gpm at 2,700 rpm (12.1 L/min at 2,700 rpm)
Steering System Relief Pressure: 1,550 psi (107 bar)
Steering Cylinder Type: Double-acting piston type
Steering Cylinder Bore: 2.0 in (51 mm)
Steering Cylinder Stroke: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Steering Angle: 78 degrees each side
Turns Lock to Lock: 4.5

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Pump Type: Gear pump, engine-driven
Hydraulic Pump Flow (at rated speed): 13.5 gpm (51.1 L/min)
Hydraulic System Relief Pressure: 2,625 psi (181 bar)
Relief Pressure for Attachments: 2,625 psi (181 bar)
Hydraulic Control Valve: Monoblock type with 3 spools
Hydraulic Fluid Type: ISO VG 32 or 46
Hydraulic Tank Capacity: 11.4 gal (43.2 L)
Hydraulic System Total Capacity: 14.5 gal (55.0 L)
Hydraulic Filter: Full-flow return line filter with 10 micron rating

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank (Gasoline): 13.2 gal (50.0 L)
Fuel Tank (LP Gas): 33.5 lb (15.2 kg) water capacity
Engine Oil (with filter change): 3.3 qt (3.1 L)
Engine Oil (without filter change): 2.8 qt (2.6 L)
Transmission Oil: 2.9 qt (2.7 L)
Drive Axle Oil: 2.1 qt (2.0 L)
Hydraulic Tank: 11.4 gal (43.2 L)
Hydraulic System Total: 14.5 gal (55.0 L)
Cooling System (with heater): 8.5 qt (8.0 L)
Cooling System (without heater): 7.9 qt (7.5 L)

Mast Data

Mast Type (standard): Two-stage, simplex
Mast Construction: Rolled channel sections with welded stops
Lift Chains: Two-strand roller chain with 8,800 lb (4,000 kg) breaking strength
Lift Cylinders: Two, double-acting piston type
Lift Cylinder Bore: 3.0 in (76 mm)
Tilt Cylinders: Two, double-acting piston type
Tilt Cylinder Bore: 2.5 in (64 mm)
Tilt Cylinder Stroke: 5.5 in (140 mm)
Lift with Standard Two-Stage Mast (maximum fork height): 130 in (3,300 mm)
Lift with Standard Two-Stage Mast (free fork height): 4.5 in (115 mm)
Height with Mast Lowered: 84.5 in (2,150 mm)
Height with Mast Extended: 180 in (4,570 mm)
Fork Thickness: 1.4 in (35 mm)
Fork Width: 4.0 in (100 mm)
Fork Length: 42 in (1,070 mm)
Fork Spread (out-to-out minimum): 7.9 in (200 mm)
Fork Spread (out-to-out maximum): 36.2 in (920 mm)
Fork Carriage Width: 42.0 in (1,070 mm)
Fork Carriage Type: Class II, hook-type
Tilt Range (forward): 6 degrees
Tilt Range (backward): 10 degrees

Load Capacity

Rated Capacity at 24 in Load Center: 3,500 lb (1,750 kg)
Load Center Distance: 24 in (500 mm)
Capacity at 24 in Load Center with Side Shift: 3,150 lb (1,430 kg)

Performance Data

Lift Performance
Lift Speed Loaded: 120 fpm (620 mm/s)
Lift Speed Empty: 125 fpm (630 mm/s)
Lowering Speed Loaded: 98 fpm (500 mm/s)
Lowering Speed Empty: 98 fpm (500 mm/s)

Drawbar Pull
Drawbar Pull Loaded (60 minute rating): 3,749 lb (16,677 N)
Drawbar Pull Loaded maximum (5 minute rating): 4,367 lb (19,424 N)
Drawbar Pull Empty (60 minute rating): 2,240 lb (9,965 N)

Gradeability
Gradeability Loaded at 1 mph: 41.7%
Gradeability Loaded at 1.6 km/h: 41.7%
Gradeability Maximum Loaded: 38.5%
Gradeability Maximum Empty: 15.9%

Dimensions and Weight

Dimensions
Length to Fork Face: 90 in (2,295 mm)
Length with Standard Forks: 132 in (3,365 mm)
Width with Standard Tires: 42.0 in (1,070 mm)
Width with Optional Tires: 44.5 in (1,130 mm)
Height to Top of Overhead Guard: 82.5 in (2,100 mm)
Height Seat Height (unloaded): 43.5 in (1,100 mm)
Height to Top of Steering Wheel: 68.5 in (1,740 mm)
Height to Top of Counterweight: 34.5 in (876 mm)
Height to Top of Hood: 50.5 in (1,283 mm)
Minimum Outside Turning Radius: 78.0 in (1,980 mm)
Load Moment Constant: 15.7 in (400 mm)
Minimum Aisle, 90 Deg Stack - Zero Clearance Without Load: 93.7 in (2,380 mm)
Minimum Aisle, 90 Deg Stack - 4 in (100 mm) Clearance With Load: 98.5 in (2,502 mm)
Ground Clearance at Lowest Point at Mast: 4.3 in (110 mm)
Ground Clearance at Center of Wheelbase: 6.0 in (152 mm)
Ground Clearance at Counterweight: 5.5 in (140 mm)

Weight
Empty Weight (with standard mast and forks): 6,070 lb (2,750 kg)
Empty Weight Distribution Front: 2,370 lb (1,080 kg)
Empty Weight Distribution Rear: 3,700 lb (1,670 kg)
Loaded Weight Distribution Front (with rated load): 8,460 lb (3,980 kg)
Loaded Weight Distribution Rear (with rated load): 1,110 lb (520 kg)
Maximum Axle Load Front (with rated load): 8,460 lb (3,980 kg)
Maximum Axle Load Rear (with rated load): 1,110 lb (520 kg)

Maintenance Data

Engine Oil Change Interval: Every 125 hours
Engine Oil Filter Change Interval: Every 250 hours
Transmission Oil Change Interval: Every 1,000 hours
Transmission Oil Filter Change Interval: Every 1,000 hours
Drive Axle Oil Change Interval: Every 1,000 hours
Hydraulic Oil Change Interval: Every 2,000 hours
Hydraulic Filter Change Interval: Every 500 hours
Air Filter Element Replacement Interval: As needed based on indicator or every 500 hours
Fuel Filter Replacement Interval: Every 500 hours
Spark Plug Replacement Interval: Every 500 hours
Cooling System Coolant Change Interval: Every 2,000 hours or 2 years
Brake Fluid Change Interval: Every 1,000 hours or 1 year
Valve Clearance Inspection Interval: Every 1,000 hours
Valve Clearance (intake): 0.010 in (0.25 mm) cold
Valve Clearance (exhaust): 0.010 in (0.25 mm) cold
Drive Belt Tension Inspection Interval: Every 250 hours
Drive Belt Deflection (at 22 lb / 98 N force): 0.47-0.59 in (12-15 mm)
Tire Pressure Inspection Interval: Weekly or every 50 hours
Tire Pressure Front: 90 psi (6.2 bar)
Tire Pressure Rear: 75 psi (5.2 bar)

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