The Platinum II Internal Combustion or IC forklift provides greater horsepower and torque ideal for a variety of tough outdoor or inside settings. This equipment can keep your operation highly productive and running smoothly. The Platinum II could be powered by Dual Fuel with Gas/LP, Diesel, Gas or Liquid Propane. The fuel management system LP/Gas offered by Nissan optimizes engine operation in order to provide less exhaust emissions and great fuel economy.
IC or internal combustion lift trucks burn fuel in engines like car engines. These models are the most common choice for outdoor use since electric units are not able to be used safely in the rain. Moreover, only IC lift trucks are able to handle the biggest cargo. For example, if you need over 15,000 lbs. capacity, you will certainly require an internal combustion engine.
The internal combustion forklift could be run by liquid propane, diesel fuel, gas or CNG which is compressed natural gas. The operating costs are usually the lowest for diesel and the highest for gas units. CNG and propane fuels come in somewhere in the middle. Numerous individuals choose their machinery based on existing vehicles and machines on hand. Like for example, if you currently utilize diesel vehicles and have fuel storage, it really makes sense to utilize diesel forklifts as well.
IC forklifts offer a huge advantage with their ability to refuel on the fly: they can be filled up easily at a gas pump or with a new propane canister and your lift truck can continue to work in no time. These units are less expensive to buy initially compared to electric forklifts but really cost a lot more per hour to run.
In addition, IC forklifts stand up to certain types of misuse better than electric lift trucks. Specifically, these machinery are used to push or tow loads rather than driving and lifting. Generally, they have better accelerations and top speeds. In outdoor applications, this could truly be a huge advantage.