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Toyota 7FGKU40 Specifications

Basic Information

The Toyota 7FGKU40 is a heavy-duty internal-combustion cushion-tire forklift designed for demanding indoor material-handling operations where high load capacity, maneuverability, and durability are essential. As a member of Toyota’s 7-Series lineup, the 7FGKU40 uses a powerful LPG-powered Toyota industrial engine, a robust hydraulic system, and a reinforced chassis specifically engineered for high-capacity applications.

With a rated lifting capacity of approximately 4,000 kg (8,800-9,000 lb depending on mast and configuration), this model is ideally suited for manufacturing facilities, metal fabrication plants, paper mills, beverage distribution operations, warehouses with heavy loads, and industrial indoor logistics centers.

The cushion-tire design enables the forklift to maintain exceptional stability on smooth indoor floors while allowing tighter turning radii compared to pneumatic-tire counterparts. Operators benefit from Toyota’s wide-view mast, ergonomic control layout, SAS (System of Active Stability), and low-effort hydrostatic steering.

Maintenance personnel appreciate Toyota’s service-friendly layout with easy access to the engine bay, hydraulic filters, drive axle, and cooling system. The 7FGKU40 is widely known for its reliability, long service life, and capability to handle high-duty cycles under continuous operation.

Engine Specs

The Toyota 7FGKU40 is powered by Toyota’s proven 4.3-liter 1FS or 1FZ-E industrial LPG/gasoline engine depending on region and configuration.

Engine Specifications:
- Engine model: Toyota 1FZ-E or Toyota 1FS
- Type: 6-cylinder inline industrial engine
- Displacement: approx. 4.3 L
- Fuel type: LPG (standard), dual-fuel optional
- Rated Hp: approx. 70-85 hp (52-63 kW)
- Peak torque: approx. 160-200 lb-ft (217-271 Nm)
- Idle speed: approx. 650-750 rpm
- Governed speed: approx. 2,400-2,600 rpm
- Fuel system: electronically controlled mixer and regulator
- Air filtration: heavy-duty dry dual-element air cleaner

Lubrication System:
- Type: full-pressure wet-sump
- Oil capacity: approx. 6-7 L (6.3-7.4 qt)
- Idle oil pressure: approx. 25-35 psi (172-241 kPa)
- Oil grade: SAE 10W-30 or SAE 15W-40
- Filter: spin-on full-flow cartridge

Cooling System:
- Cooling type: liquid cooling
- Coolant capacity: approx. 10-12 L (10.5-12.6 qt)
- System pressure: approx. 13-16 psi (90-110 kPa)
- Thermostat: opens at approx. 82°C (180°F)
- Radiator: heavy-duty aluminum core
- Fan: mechanical engine-driven
- Water pump: belt-driven centrifugal

Drive Train

Transmission:
- Type: heavy-duty hydraulic powershift
- Forward travel speed (unladen): approx. 18-20 km/h (11-12 mph)
- Reverse speed: approx. 15-18 km/h (9-11 mph)
- Transmission fluid capacity: approx. 8-10 L (8.4-10.5 qt)
- Recommended fluid: ATF Dexron III
- Direction selection: lever-activated hydraulic clutch packs

Drive Axle:
- Type: cast-steel reinforced axle
- Differential: bevel gear industrial differential
- Final reduction: planetary reduction hubs
- Axle oil capacity: approx. 4-6 L (4.2-6.3 qt)
- Lubricant: SAE 80W-90

Braking System:
- Service brakes: hydraulic drum brakes (standard)
- Optional: oil-cooled wet-disc brakes
- Parking brake: mechanically actuated hand brake.

Electrical System

- Nominal voltage: 12 V
- Battery capacity: approx. 80-120 Ah
- Alternator rating: approx. 50-80 A
- Starter motor: approx. 2.0-3.0 kW
- Ignition system: electronic ignition
- Safety electronics: Toyota SAS with multiple sensors
- Wiring: high-grade industrial insulated harness

SAS Sensors:
- Steering angle
- Mast angle
- Vehicle speed.

Wheels and Tires

Drive Configuration:
- Drive type: front-wheel drive
- Steering: rear-wheel steering

Tire Type (Cushion-Tire Model):
- Front: approx. 28x12x22 cushion
- Rear: approx. 21x8x16 cushion
- Optional non-marking cushion tires available

Chassis:
- Fully welded steel industrial frame
- Reinforced counterweight housing
- Heavy-duty overhead guard
- Protected hydraulic and electrical routing

Steering:
- Type: hydrostatic power steering
- Pump flow: approx. 10-15 L/min (2.6-4.0 gpm)
- Steering axle: oscillating center-pivot
- Minimum turning radius: approx. 2.5-2.7 m (98-106 in)

The compact steering geometry enhances maneuverability in tight indoor operational zones.

Hydraulic System

- Maximum hydraulic pressure: approx. 2,300-2,600 psi (159-179 bar)
- Pump type: engine-driven gear pump
- Pump flow: approx. 45-65 L/min (11.8-17.2 gpm)
- Hydraulic reservoir: approx. 25-30 L (26-32 qt)
- Recommended fluid: ISO VG 32 or ISO VG 46

Hydraulic Cylinders:
- Lift cylinders: dual double-acting cylinders
- Tilt cylinders: dual heavy-duty cylinders
- Auxiliary circuits available for attachments.

Service Refill Capacities

- Engine oil: 6-7 L (6.3-7.4 qt)
- Coolant: 10-12 L (10.5-12.6 qt)
- Transmission: 8-10 L (8.4-10.5 qt)
- Drive axle: 4-6 L (4.2-6.3 qt)
- Hydraulic system: 25-30 L (26-32 qt)

Mast Data

Mast Options:
- Duplex (2-stage)
- Triplex (3-stage full free-lift)

Lift Heights:
- Duplex: 3.0-4.0 m (118-157 in)
- Triplex: 4.3-6.0 m (169-236 in)

Free Lift: 1.0-1.4 m (39-55 in) depending on mast type

Fork Specifications:
- Standard fork length: 1,067-1,219 mm (42-48 in)
- Optional lengths: 1,524 mm (60 in) or 1,829 mm (72 in)
- Width: approx. 125 mm (5 in)
- Thickness: approx. 45-50 mm (1.8-2.0 in).

Load Capacity

- Rated load capacity: approx. 4,000 kg (8,818 lb)
- Load center: 500 mm (19.7 in)

Capacity Derate Factors:
- Increasing lift height
- Attachments
- Off-center loads
- Extended forks.

Performance Data

- Lift speed (unladen): approx. 0.45-0.55 m/s (90-110 ft/min)
- Lift speed (laden): approx. 0.30-0.40 m/s (60-80 ft/min)
- Lowering speed: approx. 110-140 ft/min
- Drawbar pull: approx. 4,500-7,000 N (1,011-1,573 lbf)
- Gradeability (unladen): approx. 20-25%
- Gradeability (laden): approx. 12-18%.

Dimensions and Weight

- Length to fork face: approx. 2.8-3.0 m (110-118 in)
- Overall width: approx. 1.25-1.30 m (49-51 in)
- Overhead guard height: approx. 2.2-2.3 m (87-91 in)
- Wheelbase: approx. 1.70-1.80 m (67-71 in)
- Ground clearance: approx. 80-110 mm (3.1-4.3 in)
- Turning radius: approx. 2.5-2.7 m (98-106 in)
- Aisle width (1000x1200 pallet): approx. 3.8-4.0 m (150-158 in)
- Max fork height: 3.0-6.0 m depending on mast configuration
- Free lift range: 1.0-1.4 m
- Supported fork lengths: 42-72 in
- Operating weight: approx. 6,000-6,800 kg (13,228-14,991 lb)
- Counterweight mass: approx. 1,400-1,800 kg (3,086-3,968 lb)

Maintenance Data

250-Hour Service:
- Engine oil and filter replacement
- Radiator cleaning
- Mast lubrication
- Steering linkage lubrication

500-Hour Service:
- Transmission filter inspection/replacement
- Hydraulic filter inspection
- Driveline bolt torque inspection

1,000-Hour Service:
- Transmission oil replacement
- Drive axle oil replacement
- Hydraulic cylinder inspection

2,000-Hour Service:
- Hydraulic oil replacement
- Coolant replacement
- Full mast and carriage inspection.

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