The Platinum II internal combustion or IC engine forklift gives greater torque and horsepower ideal for many tough outside or indoor environments. This machine is capable of maintaining high productivity and keeping your operation running smooth. The Platinum II can be run by Diesel, Dual Fuel with Gas/LP, Liquid Propane or Gas. The fuel management system LP/Gas offered by Nissan optimizes engine operation so as to provide less exhaust emissions and great fuel economy.
Like the automobile engine, the internal combustion or IC forklifts burn fuel in engines. It is most common for these equipment to be used for outdoor applications. This is due to electric units not being safe for use in the rain. Moreover, only internal combustion forklifts are able to handle the largest cargo. For example, if you need over 15,000 pounds capacity, you would certainly require an IC engine.
Internal combustion lift trucks operate on liquid propane, diesel fuel, CNG which is compressed natural gas and gas. Typically, the operating expenses are often highest for gasoline and lowest for diesel. CNG and propane fuels come in somewhere in the middle. Many individuals want their equipment based on existing machines and vehicles available. For instance, if you currently have fuel storage and utilize diesel vehicles, it truly makes sense to utilize diesel forklifts also.
With their ability to refuel on the fly, the internal combustion lift truck provides a big drawback: they can be filled up easily with a new propane canister or at a gas pump and your forklift is ready to continue working in no time. These models are cheaper initially to buy compared to electric forklifts but actually cost much more per hour to run.
The IC forklift could stand up far better to misuse over the electric lift truck models. Specifically, these equipment are utilized to tow or push loads as opposed to lifting and driving. Usually, they have better accelerations and top speeds. Within outdoor operation, this can be a big advantage.