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What type of truck is Class 1?
What type of truck is Class 1?
What is the primary use of Class 2 forklifts?
What is the primary use of Class 2 forklifts?
Narrow aisle operation
What is unique about the controls of Class 3 forklifts?
What is unique about the controls of Class 3 forklifts?
Controls are mounted on the top of the tiller
What type of tires do Class 4 forklifts use?
What type of tires do Class 4 forklifts use?
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What fuel systems can Class 5 lift trucks use?
What fuel systems can Class 5 lift trucks use?
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What is the purpose of Cushion Tires?
What is the purpose of Cushion Tires?
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What type of applications are Pneumatic Tires suitable for?
What type of applications are Pneumatic Tires suitable for?
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Study Notes
Forklift Class Types
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Class 1: Electric Motor Rider Trucks
- Powered by industrial batteries, suitable for air quality-sensitive applications.
- Available in sit-down and stand-up styles.
- Can feature cushion or pneumatic tires.
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Class 2: Electric Motor Narrow Aisle Trucks
- Designed for very narrow aisle operations to optimize storage space.
- Equipped with unique features to minimize space usage and enhance speed and efficiency.
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Class 3: Electric Hand Pallet Jacks/Wheelie Jacks
- Hand-controlled with the operator positioned in front, utilizing a steering tiller.
- Battery powered, primarily using industrial batteries.
- Controls are mounted on the tiller, which is moved side-to-side for steering.
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Class 4: Internal Combustion Engine Trucks (Cushion Tires)
- Designed for indoor use on smooth, dry floors to transport palletized loads.
- Lower to the ground than pneumatic tired forklifts, ideal for low clearance situations.
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Class 5: Internal Combustion Engine Trucks (Pneumatic Tires)
- Suitable for rugged terrain and heavy-duty jobs; versatile for various applications.
- Powered by internal combustion engines with fuel options including LPG, gasoline, diesel, and compressed natural gas.
Tire Types
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Cushion Tire
- Specifically intended for indoor use, optimized for smooth flooring.
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Pneumatic Tire
- Designed for outdoor use, effective in dry conditions and rough terrains.
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