Counterbalance forklifts

The 386 electric counterbalance forklift range is built on technology which will provide operators with improved productivity and efficiency, according to Linde Materials Handling. With a protective roof/cab 50 mm wider than the previous model's, it improves the operator environment and the floorboard of the new models is 15 mm lower than on the models they replace.

Efficiency enhancements include Linde Driver Assistant (LDA), which provides electronic reduction of maximum speed in curves as increased protection against tip-over.

Other improvements include a seat height lowered by 35 mm, a rounded battery hood, foot area and headroom increased by more than 40 mm and a new front console provides more knee room. Storage receptacles are integrated into the front console to provide a tidier and safer work area. Operator efficiency is boosted by hydrostatic steering with practically zero play and kickback through the small, ergonomic steering wheel specially designed for one-handed operation.

The design and layout of the chassis, cab and mast units maximises productivity. The operator sits beneath a self-supporting frame and protective overhead guard, designed to stabilise the load as well as protecting the operator. The overhead guard is also designed to accept modular cabin components, up to and including a fully-enclosed and heated cabin.