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Crown, one of the world’s largest
material handling companies,
has launched its innovative C-5
Series of gas-powered, four-wheel
counterbalance forklift trucks across
Europe. The new series redefines the
LPG-powered lift truck by incorporating
a Crown-built engine and a rugged
powertrain with a lifespan of up to
20,000 operating hours. Advanced
technology is evident in every detail
– from the innovative, dual-radiator
cooling system and ergonomic design
through to the intelligent stability
system, providing high reliability and
productivity-boosting efficiency.
Available with lifting capacities of up
to three tonnes, Crown C-5 lift trucks
work through the longest shifts and in
all kinds of weather while delivering a
full range of performance even over
rough terrain. The 2.4-litre industrial
engine is energy-efficient and produces
minimal vibration. The gear-driven
valve train eliminates the need for
frequent belt replacements or chain
adjustments while the power brake
enclosure prevents the build-up of dirt
and debris, which reduces maintenance
costs. The tough full-circle, four-piston
braking system is highly durable and
the hill hold function, fitted as standard,
prevents the truck from rolling back
down an incline – without requiring
constant pressure on the brake pedal.
Kevin Cooper, Section Leader at Terex
Trucks Motherwell in the UK, where the
C-5 forklifts are already in operation,
is impressed by their all-round
performance: “We needed a tough
truck for this application as the site is
built on a hill and one of our main large-
parts storage areas is at the top of the
site. The Crown C-5 is very powerful,
with enough torque to easily deal with
the inclines, even when carrying heavy
components.”
The Crown C-5 Series incorporates a
powerful cooling system that efficiently
cools the engine, enhancing the
truck’s performance and extending the
engine’s working life. The dual-radiator
cooling system provides separate
cooling for engine and transmission,
in a design that minimises the build-
up of debris and improves
heat management.
LPG truck to new heights
Available as an option, Crown’s On-
Demand Cooling system combines
precise ventilation with radiator clearing
for reliable cooling as required. “This
means that with each engine start,
the fan automatically reverses to clear
debris from the radiator. The cooling
system is temperature-controlled, so
completely independent of engine
speed or direction of travel,” explains
Martin Hainge, Director of Marketing
EMEA at Crown. “And because it’s so
efficient, we provide a 5-year guarantee
for the powertrain when fitted with the
On-Demand Cooling system.”
Whether driving, turning, lifting, loading
or unloading – operators can be sure
the truck will handle every operation
and manoeuvre easily and smoothly.
Hydraulic levers with tactile feedback,
the easy-turn steering wheel and push-
button one-touch electric park brake all
make the truck a pleasure to drive.
A low counterweight, high seat,
forward operator position, angled cross
braces and open-mast design deliver
exceptional visibility through 360
degrees – even trucks fitted with the
unique fully enclosed cabin preserve
this all-round view. With clear-view
doors, two-way sliding windows, front
and rear wipers and a heater, the cabin
offers car-standard driving comfort even
in extreme outdoor weather conditions.
Crown’s tried-and-trusted ‘Intrinsic
Stability System’™ encourages safe
operation by continuously monitoring
the degree of tilt and fork height,
automatically adjusting truck functionality
as required. Under the free-lift height,
the rugged mast with I-beam profile has
a full range of forward tilt; when the forks
are above free-lift height, forward tilt is
automatically limited to 2 degrees.
Crown’s Access 1 2 3® technology can
be used to set maximum speed limits
for individual lift trucks depending on
direction of travel – ideal for warehouse
applications. An accurate, patent-
pending fuel gauge is also integrated
into the system. By monitoring fuel
pressure and temperature, it keeps
track of real-time, average and total fuel
usage. The C-5 Series can be fitted
with cushion or super-elastic tyres;
the latter are also available as a
dual-drive option. With dozens
of options, attachments and
accessories, C-5 lift trucks
from Crown are more than
a match for even the most
demanding and specialised
applications – indoors and out.
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Logistics Business Magazine | September 2015
FORKLIFTS