Jungheinrich opens orders for EFG 5 heavy-duty electric counterbalance forklifts
The EFG 5 series covers 4.0 to 5.0 tonne capacities and lift heights to 7,500 mm, with lead-acid or lithium-ion battery options.
Jungheinrich has opened sales of its EFG 5 series electric counterbalance forklifts, a line aimed at heavy-duty work that has typically gone to internal combustion trucks. Orders opened November 1. The series spans 4.0 to 5.0 tonne capacities and lift heights up to 7,500 mm, and buyers can specify lead-acid or lithium-ion batteries.
The manufacturer claims a redesigned drive and hydraulic system lifts handling performance by up to 15%, with quicker acceleration, travel and lifting. Two high-torque drive motors support travel speeds up to 20 km/h, and a new synchronous reluctance lift motor targets faster, more efficient lifting. Hydraulic oil flow rises by roughly 50%, which Jungheinrich ties to quicker, more precise attachment operation.
Jungheinrich also cites slimmer B-pillars, added foot space and optional air-suspension seats, plus configurable assistance systems and an optional AI-supported addedVIEW camera that can alert operators and automatically cut travel speed. Two configurations are offered: efficiencyPLUS for energy efficiency and drive&liftPLUS for higher-intensity duty.
For shops weighing a switch from IC trucks, the 5.0-tonne ceiling and 7,500 mm lift height set the application envelope to check against existing diesel or LPG units before ordering.