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Caterpillar GC40K Specs
Quick-reference specifications for the Caterpillar GC40K forklift, taken from the manufacturer’s spec sheet.

- Gradeability, with/without load (@1.6 km/h)
- 33/37 %
Performance 14 specs
| Load capacity – Q | 4000 kg |
|---|---|
| Load centre distance – c | 500 mm |
| Tyres – front/rear | V/V |
| Mast tilt, forwards/backwards – α/β | 5/10 ° |
| Travel speed, with/without load | 19.0/19.5 km/h |
| Lifting speed, with/without load | 0.54/0.57 m/s |
| Lowering speed, with/without load | 0.55/0.50 m/s |
| Rated drawbar pull, with/without load (@1.6 km/h) | 23780/- N |
| Maximum drawbar pull, with/without load (@1.6 km/h) | 27460/- N |
| Gradeability, with/without load (@1.6 km/h) | 33/37 % |
| Maximum gradeability, with/without load | 37/42 % |
| Service brakes | Hydraulic |
| Rated speed to DIN 70 020 | 2600 rpm |
| Noise level, value at operator’s ear (EN 12053) | 83.5 dB (A) |
Dimensions 11 specs
| Wheelbase – y | 1575 mm |
|---|---|
| Tyre dimensions, front | 22x9x16 |
| Tyre dimensions, rear | 18x7x12.1 |
| Track width (centre of tyres), front – b | 940 mm |
| Height with mast lowered – h | 2120 mm |
| Overall length – l | 3770 mm |
| Overall width – b1/b | 1180/- mm |
| Fork dimensions (thickness, width, length) – s, e, l | 50x150x1220 mm |
| Fork carriage to DIN 15173 | 3A |
| Ground clearance at centre of wheelbase, with load – m | 150 mm |
| Turning circle radius – Wa | 2285 mm |
Power / Engine 2 specs
| Power source | LPG |
|---|---|
| Max torque | 285 Nm |
Hydraulics / Fluids 2 specs
| Maximum operating pressure for attachments | 200 bar |
|---|---|
| Oil flow for attachments | 95 l/min |
Specs that keep your equipment moving.