The Platinum II IC or internal combustion lift truck provides greater torque and horsepower suitable for a range of tough outside or indoor settings. This equipment has the ability to keep your operation highly productive and running smoothly. The Platinum II could be run by Diesel, Dual Fuel with Gas/LP, Gas or Liquid Propane. The fuel management system LP/Gas provided by Nissan optimizes engine operation in order to offer great fuel economy and less exhaust emissions.
Internal combustion or IC forklifts burn fuel in engines similar to automobile engines. These units are the most common alternative for outdoor applications because electric models are not able to be utilized safely in the rain. Furthermore, only IC forklifts are able to handle the largest cargo. For instance, if you require more than 15,000 pounds capacity, you would certainly require an IC engine.
The IC forklift could be run by diesel fuel, liquid propane, gas or CNG which is compressed natural gas. The operating costs are normally the lowest for diesel and the highest for gas models. CNG and propane fuels come in somewhere in the middle. Numerous individuals choose their machine based on existing vehicles and machinery available. For instance, if you currently use diesel vehicles and have fuel storage, it really makes sense to utilize diesel forklifts too.
With their ability to refuel on the fly, the internal combustion forklift provides a big drawback: they could easily be filled up with a new propane canister or at a gas pump and your forklift is ready to continue working in no time. These models are less expensive to purchase initially than electric forklifts but really cost a lot more per hour to run.
Additionally, IC lift trucks stand up to certain types of misuse better than electric lifts. Specifically, these machines are utilized to tow or push loads as opposed to lifting and driving. Generally, they have better top speeds and acceleration. Within outdoor applications, this could be a big advantage.