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Is Hyster still in business?
The company was purchased in 1989 by NACCO Industries, Inc. and became a part of NACCO Materials Handling Group. NACCO spun off the materials handling business in 2012 as Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., which continues to market products under the Hyster brand name.
What is the weight of a Hyster 50 forklift?
8587.1 lbs
Operating Specifications
| Axle load – front | 3402 lbs (1,543 kg) |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 11.3 mph (18 kph) |
| Number of Front Wheels | 2 |
| Number of Rear Wheels | 2 |
| Operating Weight | 8587.1 lbs (3,895 kg) |
Where is Hyster built?
Across three major manufacturing locations in Northern Ireland, Italy and the Netherlands, quality Hyster® trucks, from warehouse equipment to container handlers, are being made in Europe.
Are Yale and Hyster the same?
The Hyster® brand-still owned by the same family group that started the company – is acquired by NACCO Industries With both the Yale® brand and Hyster® brand of lift trucks in its portfolio, NACCO Industries creates NACCO Materials Handling Group (NMHG) to integrate and manage the two companies as one.
Who invented Hyster?
E. G. Swigert
Founded in 1929 by E. G. Swigert as an equipment supplier to Oregon’s lumber industry, Hyster has been among the top three lift truck manufacturers in North America since the 1950s.
What engine does a Hyster forklift have?
The Hyster® H800-1050HD/S series represents the 80,000 – 105,000 lbs forklift solution from Hyster Company suited for the toughest applications. The trucks come standard with a Tier 4 Final Cummins QSL 9L engine with a 4 speed Spicer Off-Highway TE-32 powershift transmission.
What motor is in a Hyster 50 forklift?
GM 2.4L engine
Hyster forklifts: Hyster models such as S50FT and H50FT will frequently be sold with the GM 2.4L engine. This forklift engine is built in Brazil by GM for another automotive application.
How many hours will a Hyster forklift last?
approximately 10,000 to 12,000 hours
Planned Replacement is Key to Success As a general rule, forklifts have an economic life of approximately 10,000 to 12,000 hours. Again, this varies based on maintenance practices, operating conditions and the type of equipment used.