The Platinum II Internal Combustion or IC lift truck offers greater torque and horsepower suitable for a range of tough outside or inside environments. This equipment has the ability to keep your operation highly productive and running smoothly. The Platinum II can be powered by Gas, Liquid Propane, Diesel or Dual Fuel with Gas/LP. The fuel management system LP/Gas provided by Nissan makes the most of engine operation so as to provide less exhaust emissions and great fuel economy.
Like the automobile engine, the IC or internal combustion lift trucks burn fuel in engines. It is most common for these machines to be utilized for outdoor applications. This is due to electric models not being safe for use in the rain. Moreover, only internal combustion forklifts are able to handle the biggest cargo. Like for example, if you need more than 15,000 pounds capacity, you would certainly require an IC engine.
IC forklifts work on diesel fuel, liquid propane, gas or CNG which is compressed natural gas. Typically, the operating expenses are often lowest for diesel and highest for gasoline. Propane and CNG fuels come in somewhere in the middle. Lots of people choose their equipment based on existing vehicles and equipment on hand. For example, if you currently have fuel storage and utilize diesel vehicles, it truly makes sense to utilize diesel lift trucks as well.
Internal combustion lift trucks offer a huge advantage with their ability to refuel on the fly: they can be filled up easily with a new propane canister or at a gas pump and your lift truck is ready to continue working in no time. These models are cheaper to purchase initially compared to electric forklifts but really cost much more per hour to run.
The IC forklift would stand up far better to misuse over the electric lift truck units. Specifically, these equipment are utilized to push or tow cargo as opposed to lifting and driving. Usually, they have better top speeds and acceleration. For outdoor use, this can truly be a huge advantage.