Scenario challenges
What makes port and heavy-industry duty different
Pallet weight exceeds electric capacity
Loads above 3,000 kg sit beyond electric counterbalance capacity in our line, which is why the DF series runs the heavy end.
Yard duty runs long outdoor cycles
Ports and steel mills operate continuous outdoor cycles that a diesel drivetrain sustains without a charging infrastructure dependency.
Non-palletized cargo needs clamps
Paper and textile rolls call for a rotating clamp instead of standard forks — standard forks cannot grip a round profile.
Selection logic
How to spec a port or heavy-industry fleet
| Decision factor | What changes in this environment | How this solution is specified |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | Container and coil weights routinely exceed 3,000 kg. | DF30 rated 3,000 kg @ 500 mm; DF50 rated 5,000 kg @ 600 mm for heavier cycles. |
| Drivetrain | Continuous outdoor duty with no charging infrastructure on many sites. | Turbocharged diesel (36.8–60 kW) sustains long yard cycles without a charge-time constraint. |
| Hydraulics | Heavier loads need steadier lift and tilt response under sustained duty. | DF50 dual-pump hydraulic system; 3-stage mast option for taller stacking. |
| Non-palletized cargo | Rolls and coils cannot be forked directly. | AT-PR351 paper roll clamp, 360° continuous rotation, 3,500 kg rated. |
Recommended models
The DF-series core for port and mill duty
DF50 — 5.0 t Diesel Counterbalance Forklift
Heavy-duty axles and dual-pump hydraulics for ports, steel mills and heavy industry.
- Rated capacity 5,000 kg @ 600 mm
- Turbocharged intercooled diesel, 60 kW
- CE
AT-PR351 — Paper Roll Clamp, 3.5 t
360° continuous rotation and adjustable clamping force for paper mills, printing plants and ports.
- Rated load 3,500 kg
- Vertical-arm design for paper & textile rolls
- CE
Spec a port or heavy-industry fleet with us
Send your pallet weight, yard conditions and cargo type — engineering responds within 12 hours on average.
Other working scenarios
Cold storage, warehousing & logistics, construction sites, farms & ranches — the same scenario-first matching across five environments.
Related reading
Electric Forklifts in Ports: Cutting Fuel Costs in Yard Operations, and other application notes from the Granvolt engineering team.