Hyster H120FT Forklift Specs

Category: Forklifts ➔
Manufacturer: Hyster ➔
Model: H120FT ➔

The Hyster H120FT is a heavy-duty forklift truck designed for material handling in demanding industrial and warehouse applications. Part of Hyster's Fortis series, the H120FT is typically used for lifting and transporting palletized loads, lumber, steel, and other bulky materials. It is commonly configured with a cushion or pneumatic tire setup and is known for its internal combustion powertrain options, operator-focused controls, and durable frame construction. The H120FT is suited for high-capacity lifting tasks where stability, maneuverability, and reliable performance are required. It is widely used in manufacturing, distribution, construction, and port-related operations.

Brakes

Hyster H120FT Forklift Brakes specifications
Parking brake	Hand/Mechanical
Service brake	Foot/Hydraulic

Dimensions

Hyster H120FT Forklift Dimensions specifications
Gradeability	23%
Ground Clearance	9.40 in (23.88 cm)
Height to Top of Overhead Guard	6.70 ft (2.04 m)
Length to Fork Face	11.00 ft (3.35 m)
Overall Height - mast lowered	7.30 ft (2.23 m)
Overall Width	4.80 ft (1.46 m)
Right Angle Stack	11.50 ft (3.51 m)
Turning Radius	9.60 ft (2.93 m)
Wheelbase	6.90 ft (2.10 m)

Engine

Hyster H120FT Forklift Engine specifications
Displacement	230.00 cu in (3,769.03 cu cm)
Engine Make	Kubota
Engine Model	3.8L Dual Fuel
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Number of Cylinders	4
Power	78.00 hp (58.17 kw)
Power Measured @	2200 rpm
Torque	189.00 lbs ft (256.25 nm)
Torque Measured @	1400 rpm

MAST

Hyster H120FT Forklift MAST specifications
Lift Speed	98.00 ft/min (29.87 m/min)
Load Capacity	5,443.00 lbs (2,468.91 kg)
Load Center	24.10 in (61.21 cm)
Lower Speed	100.00 ft/min (30.48 m/min)
Mast Tip Forward	6 degrees
Mast Tip Rear	10 degrees
Max Fork Spread	49.70 in (126.24 cm)

Operating Specifications

Hyster H120FT Forklift Operating Specifications specifications
Axle load - front	6,584.00 lbs (2,986.46 kg)
Axle load - rear	9,935.00 lbs (4,506.45 kg)
Drawbar Pull	6,255.00 lbs (2,837.22 kg)
Front Tire Size	300 x 15 - 20 Ply
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	2250 psi
Hydraulic Tank	17.90 gal (67.75 l)
Max Speed	11.70 mph (18.83 kph)
Number of Front Wheels	2
Number of Rear Wheels	2
Operating Weight	28,519.00 lbs (12,936.02 kg)
Rear Tire Size	7.00 x 12 - 14 Ply
Tire Type	Pneumatic

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