Caterpillar P5500D Forklift Specs

Category: Forklifts ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: P5500D ➔

Introducing the Caterpillar P5500D Forklift, a powerful and reliable machine designed to meet your lifting and transporting needs. With a maximum load capacity of 6173 lbs and a lift height of up to 10.9 ft, this diesel-powered forklift boasts a torque of 135 lbs ft at 1800 rpm and a horsepower of 59 hp at 2300 rpm. Equipped with pneumatic tires and a compact design with overall dimensions of 8.7 ft in length and 4.2 ft in width, the P5500D offers ease of maneuverability with a turning radius of 7.6 ft. Experience smooth lift operations with a mast lift speed of 100 ft/min and a mast lower speed of 98 ft/min. Ideal for various industrial applications, this forklift combines efficiency, power, and durability to enhance your material handling operations.

Dimensions

Caterpillar P5500D Forklift Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	5.40 in (13.72 cm)
Height to Top of Overhead Guard	7.00 ft (2.13 m)
Length to Fork Face	8.70 ft (2.65 m)
Max Fork Height	10.90 ft (3.32 m)
Overall Height - mast lowered	6.80 ft (2.07 m)
Overall Width	4.20 ft (1.28 m)
Turning Radius	7.60 ft (2.32 m)
Wheelbase	5.40 ft (1.65 m)

Engine

Caterpillar P5500D Forklift Engine specifications
Displacement	203.00 cu in (3,326.58 cu cm)
Engine Model	S4S
Fuel Type	diesel
Power	59.00 hp (44.00 kw)
Power Measured @	2300 rpm
Torque	135.00 lbs ft (183.03 nm)
Torque Measured @	1800 rpm

MAST

Caterpillar P5500D Forklift MAST specifications
Lift Speed	100.00 ft/min (30.48 m/min)
Load Capacity	6,173.00 lbs (2,800.03 kg)
Load Center	19.70 in (50.04 cm)
Lower Speed	98.00 ft/min (29.87 m/min)
Mast Tip Forward	6 degrees
Mast Tip Rear	10 degrees
Max Fork Spread	39.40 in (100.08 cm)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar P5500D Forklift Operating Specifications specifications
Max Speed	11.00 mph (17.70 kph)
Number of Front Wheels	2
Number of Rear Wheels	2
Operating Weight	9,300.00 lbs (4,218.41 kg)
Tire Type	pneumatic

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