Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Load Capacity | 3,500 kg |
| Standard Lift Height | 3,300 mm |
| Max Lift Height (triplex) | 7,000 mm |
| Turning Radius | 2,490 mm |
| Travel Speed (laden) | 14 km/h |
| Battery | 80V / 700Ah lead-acid |
| Drive Motor | 13 kW AC |
| Lift Motor | 18 kW AC |
| Overall Length | 3,180 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,270 mm |
| Service Weight | 5,850 kg |
| Tyre Type | Cushion (standard) |
Forklift Hire in Geelong — Common Applications
- Food and Beverage Manufacturing: Geelong's significant food processing sector — from dairy operations through to packaged goods producers — demands forklifts that can operate inside production and cold storage environments without combustion emissions. The electric drivetrain meets food safety requirements while the 3.5T capacity handles palletised product and ingredient inputs efficiently.
- Building and Construction Logistics: Contractors across the Barwon region regularly require short-term access to heavy-capacity forklifts for unloading structural steel, concrete block, and prefabricated components on site. Hiring on a project basis avoids the cost of ownership for plant that is only needed intermittently.
- Agricultural Inputs and Rural Supply: Businesses on the Bellarine Peninsula and Surf Coast supplying seed, fertiliser, and bulk feed stock regularly move heavy pallet loads that exceed the capacity of standard 2.5T machines. The 3,500 kg capacity provides a safe margin for dense bulk materials.
- Logistics and Distribution Warehousing: Warehouse operators in North Geelong and surrounding industrial precincts use this class of electric forklift to stack racked inventory to full height while maintaining compliance with indoor air quality and noise requirements in shared facilities.
Why Hire Rather Than Buy
A 3.5T electric counterbalance forklift represents a substantial capital outlay when purchased new, and the ongoing cost of battery maintenance, periodic load testing, and compliance with workplace safety regulations adds further to the total cost of ownership. Hiring removes the upfront purchase cost entirely and transfers maintenance and compliance obligations to the hire provider. For businesses with seasonal peaks, project-based requirements, or a need to scale fleet size quickly, hiring also provides the flexibility to access the right capacity machine for each job rather than committing to a single asset that may be over or under-specified for future work.
Hire from Geelong Access Hire
To hire the 3.5T Electric Counterbalance Forklift in Geelong or the surrounding region, call (03) 4241 2463 or use the enquiry form below. We deliver to Geelong, Surf Coast, Bellarine Peninsula, Colac, Ballarat, and surrounding areas from our North Geelong depot.
