Toyota 8FGC70U Specifications
The Toyota 8FGC70U is a 7.0-tonne (15,432 lb) capacity,
LPG-powered, seated rider forklift, engineered for exceptional performance in
demanding indoor material handling applications. As a core model in Toyota's
8-Series large cushion tire line, this forklift integrates the advanced System
of Active Stability (SAS) to significantly enhance operator confidence and truck
stability during complex maneuvers with heavy loads in warehouses, lumber yards,
and heavy-duty manufacturing facilities.
Powered by the Toyota 1FS electronic fuel injection engine, it delivers reliable
power while maintaining efficient operation and reduced emissions. Its robust
construction, durable cushion tires, and high-output hydraulic system ensure
productive, safe, and efficient operation in high-capacity indoor environments.
The Toyota 8FGC70U is a counterbalanced cushion tire forklift truck designed for
high-capacity versatility and safety. It operates on LPG and is controlled by a
seated operator. Its rated load capacity is 7000 kg (15500 lb) at a 600 mm (24
in) load centre. The distance from the drive axle centre to the fork face
measures 530 mm (20.9 in), and the truck has a wheelbase of 1885 mm (74.2 in).
Basic Technical Data: The main component of the Toyota
8FGC70U is the Toyota 1FS engine, a four-cylinder LPG unit with an overhead
valve design. It has a total displacement of 3685 cc (224 cu.in). The engine is
rated to produce 66 kW (89 hp) at a rated speed of 2550 rpm. Maximum torque is
290 Nm (214 lb-ft) achieved between 1200 and 1400 rpm. The engine features
electronic fuel injection and a distributorless ignition system for precise fuel
delivery and reliable starting.
Lubrication and Cooling: The system is designed to support continuous operation
in demanding conditions. The engine employs a forced lubrication system to
protect internal components. The cooling system includes a high-capacity
radiator with an external hydraulic oil cooler and an automatic transmission oil
cooler to maintain optimal operating temperatures.
Transmission: The 8FGC70U is equipped with a Toyota
Powershift transmission featuring electric shift control. This transmission
allows for smooth direction changes without clutching, enhancing operator
efficiency and reducing fatigue. It features one forward gear and one reverse
gear, providing simple and intuitive control. The transmission includes an
integrated oil cooler for durability during heavy use.
Travel Speed: The forklift achieves a maximum travel speed of 21 km/h (13 mph)
both when laden and when unladen. The reverse speeds are identical to the
forward speeds, ensuring consistent maneuverability in both directions.
Axles and Brakes: The truck uses a drive axle configuration with two driven
wheels on the front. The front axle is a full-floating design for enhanced
durability. The service brake system is hydraulic with force-cooled wet disc
brakes, providing reliable stopping power for both laden and unladen operations.
A hand-operated parking brake is also provided.
The electrical system operates at 12 V with a battery
capacity of 48 Ah at a 5-hour discharge rate. The system features a 70 A
alternator with built-in regulator and moisture-resistant electrical connectors.
Control Area Network (CAN-bus) communication is used for efficient data transfer
between components. The system is responsible for starting the LPG engine and
powering all lights and operator interface components.
The Toyota 8FGC70U is fitted with pneumatic-shaped
cushion tyres, designed for traction and durability on smooth indoor surfaces.
It has four wheels in total, with the front two being the driven wheels. The
front tyre size is 28x12x22 (711 mm x 305 mm x 559 mm) and the rear tyre size is
22x8x16 (559 mm x 203 mm x 406 mm). The front track width measures 1145 mm (45.1
in), and the rear track width is 1090 mm (42.9 in).
The Toyota 8FGC70U features full hydraulic power steering with load-sensing
hydrostatic control, reducing the effort required by the operator to turn the
wheels, especially when the truck is stationary or under load. The 11.8 in (300
mm) diameter two-spoke steering wheel provides comfortable control. The mast and
fork carriage can tilt forward by 5 degrees and backward by 6 degrees to
facilitate load handling and secure transport.
The hydraulic system is a core component for lift and
tilt operations. It operates with an attachment pressure of 206 bar (2990 psi)
at the hydraulic control valve. The system's rated pump flow is 128 L/min (33.8
gpm), which supplies the necessary volume for lift, tilt, and auxiliary
hydraulic functions. Cowl-mounted hydraulic control levers provide intuitive
operation.
The Toyota 8FGC70U is equipped with a standard
two-stage mast with high visibility. With the mast fully lowered, the height to
the top of the mast is 2400 mm (94.5 in). The free lift, which is the height the
forks can rise before the mast itself begins to extend, is 125 mm (4.9 in).
The maximum lift height for the standard
configuration is 3065 mm (120.6 in), at which point the mast extends to
a total height of 4435 mm (174.6 in) including the load backrest.
Alternative mast configurations, such as three-stage masts, offer lift
heights up to 6070 mm (239 in). The fork carriage is DIN 15 173 class
III and has a width of 1170 mm (46.1 in).
Load Capacity: 15,500 lb (7,000 kg)
Load Centre: 24 in (600 mm)
The lift speed for the 7000 kg (15500 lb) rated load is
0.41 m/s (81 ft/min) when laden and 0.44 m/s (87 ft/min) when unladen. Lowering
speed is controlled at 0.53 m/s (104 ft/min) for laden and 0.48 m/s (94 ft/min)
for unladen conditions. The maximum drawbar pull, a measure of tractive effort,
is 4500 kg (9921 lb) for a laden truck and 1860 kg (4101 lb) for an unladen
truck. The maximum gradeability is recorded as 31%.
The overall length of the truck, including the forks,
is 4220 mm (166.1 in). The length from the front face of the backrest to the
fork face is 3000 mm (118.1 in). The overall width of the truck is 1450 mm (57.1
in). The standard forks have dimensions of 65 mm (2.6 in) thick, 150 mm (6 in)
wide, and 1220 mm (48 in) long.
The maximum fork spread is 1170 mm (46.1 in)
and the minimum is 300 mm (11.8 in). The height of the overhead guard is
2185 mm (86 in). The seat height is 1098 mm (43.2 in). The coupling
height for towing is 375 mm (14.8 in). Ground clearance below the mast,
when the truck is laden, is 85 mm (3.3 in). At the centre of the
wheelbase, ground clearance is 180 mm (7.1 in).
For maneuvering in aisles, the right-angle stacking aisle width for
pallets measuring 1000 by 1200 mm (39.4 by 47.2 in) with the 1200 mm
(47.2 in) side across the width of the truck is 4320 mm (170.1 in). For
pallets 800 by 1200 mm (31.5 by 47.2 in) with the 1200 mm (47.2 in) side
along the length of the truck, the required aisle width is 4520 mm
(178.0 in).
The outer turning radius is 2590 mm (102 in),
and the internal turning radius is 775 mm (30.5 in). The total operating
weight of the truck is 9290 kg (20481 lb). When fully laden, the axle
loading on the front axle is 14500 kg (31967 lb) and on the rear axle is
1790 kg (3946 lb). When unladen, these figures shift to 3290 kg (7253
lb) on the front and 6000 kg (13228 lb) on the rear.
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