Caterpillar C6500 Forklift Specs

Category: Forklifts ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: C6500 ➔

Introducing the Caterpillar C6500 Forklift - a powerful and versatile machine designed to handle a variety of heavy lifting tasks with ease. With a robust engine generating 63 horsepower and a mast load capacity of 6500 pounds, this forklift is ideal for demanding industrial environments. Operating at a maximum speed of 10.5 mph, and with cushion tires for added stability, the C6500 offers reliable performance and efficiency. Explore its compact dimensions and precision handling capabilities, making it the go-to choice for lifting and transporting heavy loads in warehouse and construction settings.

Dimensions

Caterpillar C6500 Forklift Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	3.20 in (8.13 cm)
Height to Top of Overhead Guard	6.90 ft (2.10 m)
Length to Fork Face	8.20 ft (2.50 m)
Max Fork Height	11.00 ft (3.35 m)
Overall Height - mast lowered	7.40 ft (2.26 m)
Overall Width	3.70 ft (1.13 m)
Turning Radius	7.00 ft (2.13 m)
Wheelbase	4.60 ft (1.40 m)

Engine

Caterpillar C6500 Forklift Engine specifications
Displacement	152.60 cu in (2,500.67 cu cm)
Engine Model	K25
Fuel Type	gas
Power	63.00 hp (46.98 kw)
Power Measured @	2700 rpm
Torque	139.00 lbs ft (188.46 nm)
Torque Measured @	1600 rpm

MAST

Caterpillar C6500 Forklift MAST specifications
Lift Speed	105.00 ft/min (32.00 m/min)
Load Capacity	6,500.00 lbs (2,948.35 kg)
Load Center	19.70 in (50.04 cm)
Lower Speed	99.00 ft/min (30.18 m/min)
Mast Tip Forward	5 degrees
Mast Tip Rear	6 degrees
Max Fork Spread	37.80 in (96.01 cm)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar C6500 Forklift Operating Specifications specifications
Max Speed	10.50 mph (16.90 kph)
Number of Front Wheels	2
Number of Rear Wheels	2
Operating Weight	9,938.00 lbs (4,507.81 kg)
Tire Type	cushion

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