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Hyster H40A Specs
Quick-reference specifications for the Hyster H40A forklift, taken from the manufacturer’s spec sheet.

- Rated capacity
- 4000 lb1814 kg
- Gradeability @ 1mph (1.6kph) RL/NL
- 34/30 %
Performance 14 specs
| Rated capacity | 4000 lb (1814 kg) |
|---|---|
| Load center distance | 24.0 in (610 mm) |
| Mast tilt angles, forward/backward | 6/6 degrees |
| Outside turning radius (OTR) | 86.3 in (2191 mm) |
| Travel speed RL/NL | 11.5/11.6 mph (18.5/18.7 km/h) |
| Lift speed, standard 2-stage LFL RL/NL | 122/128 ft/min (0.62/0.65 m/s) |
| Lift speed, optional 2-stage FFL RL/NL | 108/114 ft/min (0.55/0.58 m/s) |
| Lift speed, optional 3-stage FFL RL/NL | 114/122 ft/min (0.58/0.62 m/s) |
| Lowering speed, standard 2-stage LFL RL/NL | 114/96 ft/min (0.58/0.49 m/s) |
| Lowering speed, optional 2-stage FFL RL/NL | 106/79 ft/min (0.54/0.40 m/s) |
| Lowering speed, optional 3-stage FFL RL/NL | 112/89 ft/min (0.57/0.45 m/s) |
| Drawbar pull @ 1mph (1.6kph) RL/NL | 3890/2388 lb (1764/1083 kg) |
| Maximum drawbar pull RL/NL | 4636/2388 lb (2103/1083 kg) |
| Gradeability @ 1mph (1.6kph) RL/NL | 34/30 % |
Dimensions 24 specs
| Length, center of drive wheel to face of forks | 18.5 in (470 mm) |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 65.0 in (1650 mm) |
| Tire type | Pneumatic |
| Tire size, front | 7.00-12 |
| Tire size, rear | 6.00x |
| Height, mast lowered | 85.4 in (2170 mm) |
| Lift height, top of fork (TOF) | 128 in (3260 mm) |
| Free lift height, limited free lift mast (TOF) | 3.5 in (90 mm) |
| Height of standard overhead guard 1 | 85.0 in (2160 mm) |
| Height of lowered overhead guard 1 | 82.4 in (2093 mm) |
| Height of cab 1 | 87.3 in (2217 mm) |
| Step height 1 | 17.3 in (440 mm) |
| Tow pin height 1 | 17.3 in (440 mm) |
| Height of counterweight 1 | 42.3 in (1075 mm) |
| Length to face of forks | 99.8 in (2534 mm) |
| Rear overhang (steer axle center to counterweight) | 15.9 in (404 mm) |
| Departure angle | 36 % |
| Overall width, standard tread | 45.7 in (1160 mm) |
| Overall width, wide tread | 50.4 in (1280 mm) |
| Forks, thickness x width x length | 1.6 x 3.9 x 42 in (40 x 100 x 1067 mm) |
| Maximum fork spread, outside dimensions | 39.2 in (996 mm) |
| Ground clearance, below mast RL | 5.1 in (130 mm) |
| Ground clearance, center of wheelbase NL | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
| Breakover angle | 47 % |
Weight 4 specs
| Weight, standard truck NL | 7600 lb (3450 kg) |
|---|---|
| Weight, standard truck RL | 11600 lb (5260 kg) |
| Axle loading front/rear NL | 3638/3953 lb (1650/1793 kg) |
| Axle loading front/rear RL | 10255/1336 lb (4652/606 kg) |
Power / Engine 9 specs
| Engine | Yanmar 2.2 L |
|---|---|
| Power type | LPG |
| Engine manufacturer and model | Yanmar 4TN88G |
| Power output @ rpm | 56 hp @ 2530 (42 kW @ 2530) |
| Torque @ rpm | 128 ft-lb @ 1690 (174 N-m @ 1690) |
| Battery type | Maintenance free |
| Volts/cold cranking amps | 12/530 V/A |
| Transmission type, standard | Electronic powershift |
| Standard speeds, forward – reverse | 1 – 1 |
Hydraulics / Fluids 3 specs
| Oil flow for attachments | 16 gal/min (60 L/min) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic tank capacity (drain and refill) | 12.3 gal (46.4 L) |
| Fuel tank capacity (gas & diesel powered units only) | 10.5 gal (39.9 L) |
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