CATERPILLAR GP45K SIT-DOWN FORKLIFT

Technical Description

The Caterpillar GP45K is a robust four-wheel pneumatic tire forklift designed for heavy-duty industrial applications. It features a powerful 275 cu in six-cylinder TB45 gasoline engine delivering 97 hp at 2450 rpm and 207 lb-ft of torque at 1200 rpm, ensuring reliable performance under demanding conditions. The forklift has an operating weight of approximately 14,396 lbs and a maximum load capacity of 9,920.9 lbs with a load center of 23.7 inches. Its dimensions include a 6-inch ground clearance, a wheelbase of 6.6 feet, an overall width of 4.8 feet, and a length to the fork face of 10.5 feet. The height to the top of the overhead guard is 7.4 feet, with an overall height of 7.9 feet when the mast is lowered. The mast itself can lift up to 11 feet with lift and lower speeds of 4.8 ft/min and 5.4 ft/min respectively. The mast also features tip angles of 6 degrees forward and 10 degrees rearward, with a maximum fork spread of 46.7 inches. This model offers a maximum travel speed of 12.1 mph, supported by two front and two rear wheels providing a turning radius of 9.3 feet. The Caterpillar GP45K is engineered for efficiency and stability, making it suitable for a wide range of lifting and material handling tasks in warehouse and outdoor settings where pneumatic tires offer enhanced traction and durability. Its fuel type is gasoline, contributing to its operational versatility.