About the 2.5T Container Mast Forklift (Electric)
The 2.5T Container Mast Electric Forklift is built for operations where headroom is restricted and emissions are not an option. The defining feature is the low-collapsed-mast design: when lowered, the mast profile is short enough to drive directly into a standard 20ft or 40ft shipping container, making load-in and load-out practical without needing ramps, docks, or additional handling equipment. With a 2,500kg rated capacity and standard 4,800mm lift height available, the machine handles the palletised goods, bagged product, and boxed freight most common in container-based logistics and medium-sized warehousing. Powered by an 80V lead-acid battery system, it is suited to single-shift and light multi-shift operations where charging infrastructure is already in place.
For Geelong Access Hire customers working out of the Port of Geelong precinct, import/export facilities, cold stores, or any site receiving regular container shipments, this machine removes the manual handling bottleneck at the container door. AC dual-drive motors deliver smooth, responsive traction on both concrete and compacted surfaces, and the pneumatic tyres handle the uneven ground often found at container yards and freight depots. The compact turning radius keeps the machine manoeuvrable in tight marshalling areas. It is a practical, low-maintenance hire option for short-term container campaigns or ongoing depot operations.
Key Features
- Container-entry mast — the mast collapses to a low stowed height, allowing the forklift to drive directly inside standard 20ft and 40ft shipping containers without obstruction
- AC dual-drive motors (2 × 8.0 kW) — regenerative braking extends run time and reduces wear on mechanical components; smooth, controlled travel on docks and in containers
- Pneumatic tyres — front 23×9-10, rear 18×7-8; suitable for the mixed concrete, asphalt, and compacted gravel surfaces common at container yards, freight depots, and industrial sites
- Configurable lift height — standard mast rated to 4,800mm lift; mast options available up to 6,500mm for sites requiring higher racking alongside container operations
