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Caterpillar GP40N Specs

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

Caterpillar GP40N
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)

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

Caterpillar GP40N spec sheet (PDF)

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