LPG trucks beefed up by Kubota engine

Explaining the significance of this change, Phil Ireland, Yale’s senior product strategy manager, counterbalance solutions, says: “Like many manufacturers, we previously used an automotive-derived LPG unit for this market, but an industrial engine is much better suited to materials handling.

“Its essential advantage is that it operates at lower rpm and gives much more lower-end torque. This in turn results in higher performance, better fuel economy, less noise and vibration, and a longer life.”

The truck can also be specified with a Load Sensing Hydraulics (LSH) option which avoids the loss of power and energy of the lift system when the truck is in drive mode and, conversely, provides on-demand flow of hydraulic oil to increase responsiveness when lifting.

“For high performance in intensive applications, including steep grades and heavy loads, we have shown that an industrial LPG engine is substantially more capable and efficient.”

The AutoSpeed Hydraulics (AH) option contributes to productivity by automatically increasing engine speed for faster lifting – without the need for inching or other throttle actions from the driver – whenever the hydraulics are activated. This simplifies the process for operators, saves time, encourages more fuel-efficient driving practices and helps maximise the effectiveness of LSH.