Case 588H Forklift Specs

Category: Forklifts ➔
Manufacturer: Case ➔
Model: 588H ➔

The Case 588H is a forklift model used for material handling in construction, industrial, and agricultural applications. Designed for lifting, transporting, and positioning palletized or bulky loads, it is typically valued for its reach, stability, and utility on job sites where standard warehouse forklifts are less suitable. The 588H designation identifies a Case machine within the forklift category, commonly associated with rough-terrain or heavy-duty service depending on configuration. Key specifications may include lift capacity, mast height, engine type, drive system, and tire setup. Exact features vary by production year and equipment configuration.

Dimensions

Case 588H Forklift Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	10.30 in (26.16 cm)
Max Fork Height	15.00 ft (4.57 m)
Overall Height - mast lowered	10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Overall length	17.10 ft (5.21 m)
Overall Width	7.40 ft (2.26 m)
Turning Radius	11.80 ft (3.60 m)
Wheelbase	7.00 ft (2.13 m)

Engine

Case 588H Forklift Engine specifications
Alternator	120 amps
Bore	3.90 in (9.91 cm)
Displacement	207,480.80 cu in (3,400,008.66 cu cm)
Emission Tier Level	Tier 4
Engine Model	FPT F5HFL463D
Engine Type	Diesel 4-stroke turbocharged
Fuel	Diesel
Number of Cylinders	4
Power	74.00 hp (55.18 kw)
Power Measured @	2200 rpm
Stroke	4.40 in (11.18 cm)
Torque	233.10 lbs ft (316.04 nm)
Torque Measured @	1400 rpm

MAST

Case 588H Forklift MAST specifications
Lift height- largest mast	264.20 in (671.07 cm)
Lift height-smallest mast	180.00 in (457.20 cm)
Load Capacity	7,998.40 lbs (3,628.02 kg)
Load Center	24.10 in (61.21 cm)
Mast Tip Forward	45 degrees
Mast Tip Rear	15 degrees

Operating Specifications

Case 588H Forklift Operating Specifications specifications
Front Tire Size	19.5 L x 24
Operating Weight	15,507.40 lbs (7,034.05 kg)
Rear Tire Size	12 L x 16.5

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