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Caterpillar GP40N Specs
Quick-reference specifications for the Caterpillar GP40N forklift, from the manufacturer’s spec sheet and published specifications.

- Maximum Lift Height
- 132 in3,350 mm
- Gradeability (Full Load, 3-minute)
- 45.8%
Performance 12 specs
| Rated speed to DIN | 70 020 |
|---|---|
| Load Capacity | 8,000 lb (3,629 kg) |
| Maximum Lift Height | 132 in (3,350 mm) |
| Travel Speed – Loaded | 13.7 mph (22.0 km/h) |
| Travel Speed – Unloaded | 14.0 mph (22.5 km/h) |
| Lifting Speed – Loaded | 112 fpm (0.57 m/s) |
| Lifting Speed – Unloaded | 118 fpm (0.60 m/s) |
| Lowering Speed – With Load | 98.4 fpm (0.5 m/s) |
| Turning Radius (Outside) | 102 in (2.58 m) |
| Gradeability (Full Load, 3-minute) | 45.8% |
| Sound Level | 83 dB (A) |
| Tilt Range Forward/Backward | 6/10 degrees |
Dimensions 13 specs
| Fork carriage to DIN | 15 173 A / B / no |
|---|---|
| Fork Spread (Outside) | 12.6 in (Min) – 46.6 in (Max) |
| ForkSize(TxWxL) | 2 x 6 x 48 in (50 x 152 x 1,220 mm) |
| Overall Width (Standard Tires) | 55.7 in (1,415 mm) |
| Overall Width (Optional Duals) | 77.4 in |
| Length to Fork Face | 118 in (2,997 mm) |
| Mast Lowered Height | 91 in (2,311 mm) |
| Overhead Guard Height | 90.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 72.8 in (1,849 mm) |
| Free-Lift (Top of Forks) | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
| Load Distance (Center of Wheel to Face of Forks) | 22.7 in (576 mm) |
| Underclearance – Minimum (Mast) | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
| Underclearance – Center of Wheelbase | 8.9 in |
Weight 1 spec
| Operating/Gross Weight | 6,070 lb (2,753 kg) |
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Power / Engine 6 specs
| Engine Type | GK45 4.5 L Six-Cylinder Inline |
|---|---|
| Rated Horsepower | 97 hp @ 2,450 rpm |
| Rated Torque | 207 lb-ft (280 Nm) @ 1,200 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 |
| Piston Displacement | 275 cu in (4.5 L) |
| Battery Voltage | 12 V |
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