Komatsu’s New FH100-160 Forklift Designed for Heavy Loads
Posted by Brooke Just
The new FH100-160-1 series of forklifts from Komatsu integrates components and technology proven over many years in their wheel loaders, bulldozers and excavators, and that toughness makes them work well for high cycle/heavy load applications. The hydrostatic drive system allows FH100-160 forklifts to shuttle continuously with virtually no wear on drive and brake components, meaning more uptime and reduced maintenance costs.
The units are designed for industries where heavy loads are common, including freight/logistics, shipping/ports, manufacturing, construction, metal industries, oil/gas, recycling/waste and more.
The electronically controlled hydrostatic transmission (HST) hydraulic pump and motor system increases operator control, minimizes power transmission loss, helps moderate fuel use and reduces environmental impact.
Sealed wet multiple-disc brakes provide protection from dust, dirt and debris, provide durability, fade and water resistance, and reliable braking in high-cycle operations.
The FH100-160 diesel and Tier 4 Final engine, electronics and hydraulics are engineered to work together.
Komatsu’s Komtrax wireless tracking and reporting system allows the forklift to communicate daily usage, fuel consumption, operator productivity, location and movement and more. The system provides secure usage data anywhere, anytime. Valuable data be used in daily reports on fuel consumption and running costs and monthly/annual operational records to track how machines are being used to help determine how to use them more efficiently.
