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3-Wheel Electric Forklifts

1.5–2 Ton Compact Electric Forklift Manufacturer

HAMAC 3-wheel electric forklifts are compact electric counterbalance forklifts designed for warehouse pallet handling, factory material transport, logistics centers and narrow aisle operations. The three-wheel design provides excellent maneuverability and a small turning radius, helping operators work efficiently in limited spaces such as racking warehouses, loading docks, production lines and storage areas.

The forklift range is available with lead-acid or lithium-ion battery options, AC drive motors, electric power steering, high-visibility mast configurations and practical safety systems. Customers can select mast heights, fork lengths, side shifters, fork positioners, solid tires, non-marking tires, chargers and other options according to their pallet size, warehouse layout, daily working hours and destination-market requirements.

Rated Capacity:1500–2,000 kg

Maximum Lift Height:3000–6500 mm

Minimum Turning Radius From:1545 mm

3-Wheel Electric-Technical Specifications Overview

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HAMAC 3-wheel electric forklifts are planned in 1.5 ton, 1.6 ton, 1.8 ton and 2 ton capacity classes. The 1.5T and 1.6T models are suitable for light warehouse handling, spare-parts storage, packaging workshops and retail distribution. The 1.8T and 2T electric forklifts are suitable for higher-frequency pallet transport in manufacturing plants, food and beverage warehouses, logistics centers and loading dock operations.

3-wheel electric forklift is especially suitable when a customer needs good turning performance in narrow aisles without choosing a walkie stacker or reach truck. Typical operations include moving palletized cartons, packaged goods, automotive parts, food and beverage products, consumer goods, raw materials and production-line materials. Before selection, HAMAC recommends confirming the actual load weight, load center, lift height, aisle width, pallet size, daily operation time, floor condition and battery charging method.

Product Advantages

01 Zero-Emission Operation

Electric forklifts produce no exhaust emissions during operation, making them suitable for warehouses, factories, food and beverage facilities, distribution centers, packaging plants and other indoor material handling environments. They help customers maintain cleaner working areas while supporting daily pallet transport, loading and stacking tasks.

02 Low Noise for Indoor Work

The electric drive system operates with lower noise than conventional internal combustion forklifts. This improves operator comfort and is particularly valuable in enclosed warehouses, production workshops, retail distribution facilities and locations where noise control is important.

03 Flexible Battery Solutions

HAMAC electric forklifts can be configured with conventional lead-acid batteries or lithium-ion battery systems. Lead-acid battery options are suitable for standard operations and budget-focused projects, while lithium-ion forklifts support fast charging and opportunity charging for high-frequency and multi-shift material handling applications.

04 Compact and Maneuverable Design

Electric forklifts are available in both 3-wheel and 4-wheel configurations. Three-wheel electric forklifts offer a small turning radius for narrow aisles and compact warehouses, while four-wheel electric forklifts provide stable handling for factories, loading docks and general indoor-outdoor operations on level ground.

05 High Visibility and Precise Control

A high-visibility mast, ergonomic operator compartment and responsive electric control system help operators position forks accurately and handle pallets with confidence. This improves efficiency during truck loading, rack storage, production-line supply and repetitive warehouse handling tasks.

06 Configurable for Different Applications

HAMAC electric forklifts can be equipped with different mast heights, duplex or triplex full free lift masts, side shifters, fork positioners, fork extensions, solid tires, non-marking tires, safety lights, cameras and other attachments. This allows customers to configure the forklift for pallet dimensions, rack heights, aisle widths, operating hours and specific material handling requirements.

Compatible Attachments

Rallet fork

Bucket

Crane Arm

Mixed barrel

Bale Fork

Snow Blower

Grapple Bucket

Mixed Bucket

Road Sweeper

Mixed barrel

Crass Cutter

Application Scenarios

Construction Sites

Agriculture & Farming

Industrial Logistics

Municipal Works

Mining & Energy

Technical Specifications

Item	Unit	TE15	TE16	TE18	TE20
General
Model	-	TE15	TE16	TE18	TE20
Power Type	-	Battery	Battery	Battery	Battery
Operator Type	-	Seated	Seated	Seated	Seated
Rated Capacity	kg	1500	1600	1800	2000
Load Center	mm	500	500	500	500
Wheelbase	mm	1292	1292	1400	1400
Tire Type	-	Super Elastic Solid Tire	Super Elastic Solid Tire	Super Elastic Solid Tire	Super Elastic Solid Tire
Number of Wheels, Front / Rear	-	2 / 1	2 / 1	2 / 1	2 / 1
Mast and Forks
Standard Lift Height	mm	3300	3300	3300	3300
Optional Lift Height	mm	3000-6500	3000-6500	3000-6500	3000-6500
Mast Type	-	Duplex / Triplex	Duplex / Triplex	Duplex / Triplex	Duplex / Triplex
Free Lift	mm	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Mast Tilt Angle, Forward / Backward	deg	5 / 7	5 / 7	5 / 7	5 / 7
Fork Dimensions, L × W × T	mm	920 × 100 × 35	920 × 100 × 35	920 × 100 × 35	920 × 122 × 40
Fork Carriage Class	-	IIA	IIA	IIA	IIA
Dimensions
Overall Length to Fork Face	mm	1930	1930	2055	2055
Overall Width	mm	1060	1060	1060	1060
Overall Width Over Tires	mm	1076	1076	1120	1120
Overhead Guard Height	mm	2040	2040	2040	2040
Min. Outside Turning Radius	mm	1545	1545	1675	1675
Performance
Travel Speed, Laden / Unladen	km/h	16 / 17	16 / 17	16 / 16	16 / 16
Lifting Speed, Laden / Unladen	m/s	0.45 / 0.65	0.45 / 0.65	0.41 / 0.60	0.40 / 0.60
Lowering Speed, Laden / Unladen	m/s	0.58 / 0.50	0.58 / 0.50	0.58 / 0.50	0.58 / 0.50
Max. Gradeability, Laden / Unladen	%	22 / 30	22 / 30	22 / 30	22 / 30
Drive System
Drive Motor Type	-	Dual AC Drive Motor	Dual AC Drive Motor	Dual AC Drive Motor	Dual AC Drive Motor
Drive Motor Power	kW	2 × 5.5	2 × 5.5	2 × 5.5	2 × 5.5
Lift Motor Power	kW	14	14	14	14
Controller	-	Curtis / ZAPI Optional	Curtis / ZAPI Optional	Curtis / ZAPI Optional	Curtis / ZAPI Optional
Steering Type	-	Electric Power Steering	Electric Power Steering	Electric Power Steering	Electric Power Steering
Battery and Charger
Battery Type	-	Lithium-ion / Lead-acid Optional	Lithium-ion / Lead-acid Optional	Lithium-ion / Lead-acid Optional	Lithium-ion / Lead-acid Optional
Battery Voltage / Capacity	V / Ah	80 / 202	80 / 202	80 / 202	80 / 202
Battery Weight, Min. / Max.	kg	260 / 320	260 / 320	260 / 320	260 / 320
Charger Type	-	External / On-board Optional	External / On-board Optional	External / On-board Optional	External / On-board Optional
Battery Replacement Method	-	Side Extraction Optional	Side Extraction Optional	Side Extraction Optional	Side Extraction Optional
Optional Configurations
Available Options	-	Lithium-ion Battery, Lead-acid Battery, Side Shifter, Fork Positioner, Duplex Mast, Triplex Full Free Lift Mast, Solid Tires, Non-marking Tires, Blue Safety Light, Red Zone Warning Light, Rear Working Light, On-board Charger, Cold Storage Package, Camera System and Fleet Management System

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Common FAQs

What is a 3-wheel electric forklift? −

A 3-wheel electric forklift is a seated electric counterbalance forklift with two front drive wheels and one rear steering wheel. Compared with many 4-wheel electric forklifts, it provides a smaller turning radius and is suitable for narrow aisle warehouses, factory workshops, logistics centers, and indoor pallet handling operations.

What capacities are available for HAMAC 3-wheel electric forklifts? +

HAMAC 3-wheel electric forklifts are available in 1.5 ton, 1.6 ton, 1.8 ton, and 2 ton capacity classes. The correct electric forklift capacity should be selected based on the actual load weight, load center, lift height, attachment weight, and working conditions.

Is a 3-wheel electric forklift suitable for narrow aisles? +

Yes. A 3-wheel electric forklift is designed for compact working areas and narrow aisle operations. The TE15 and TE16 models have a minimum outside turning radius from 1545 mm, while TE18 and TE20 models have a turning radius from 1675 mm, depending on the final configuration. Customers should still confirm the actual aisle width, pallet dimensions, and stacking method before selection.

What is the difference between a 3-wheel and a 4-wheel electric forklift? +

A 3-wheel electric forklift is generally more maneuverable and is often selected for narrow aisle warehouses and compact factory layouts. A 4-wheel electric forklift generally offers a wider chassis and can be preferred for higher capacity handling, longer travel distances, uneven floors, or more demanding indoor-outdoor operations. HAMAC can recommend the right electric counterbalance forklift according to your load, aisle width, and working environment.

Can HAMAC supply lithium-ion 3-wheel electric forklifts? +

Yes. HAMAC can offer lithium-ion battery configurations for selected 3-wheel electric forklift models. A lithium-ion forklift is suitable for high-frequency warehouse work, multiple shifts, and applications where fast charging or opportunity charging is required. Customers can also select lead-acid battery solutions when the operation is single-shift and the initial investment budget is a priority.

What lift heights are available for a 3-wheel electric forklift? +

HAMAC 3-wheel electric forklifts can be equipped with duplex or triplex mast options. Typical lift heights range from 3000 mm to 6500 mm, depending on the model, mast structure, battery configuration, and residual capacity requirements. For container handling or low-ceiling warehouses, a full free lift mast can be considered.

Can a 3-wheel electric forklift be used for container loading? +

Yes, a compact 3-wheel electric forklift can be configured for shipping container loading and unloading when the forklift height, mast lowered height, fork length, pallet size, and container entrance clearance are suitable. A low-profile mast, full free lift mast, and suitable tire configuration may be required for efficient container operations.

What battery option is better: lead-acid or lithium-ion? +

A lead-acid battery electric forklift is often suitable for customers with standard working hours, planned charging time, and a lower initial purchase budget. A lithium-ion electric forklift is usually more suitable for operations requiring fast charging, opportunity charging, reduced battery maintenance, and higher equipment utilization. HAMAC can recommend the appropriate battery system based on daily operating hours, shifts, and available charging power.

What attachments can be installed on a 3-wheel electric forklift? +

HAMAC 3-wheel electric forklifts can be equipped with side shifters, fork positioners, fork extensions, carton clamps, bale clamps, paper roll clamps, drum handlers, and other forklift attachments. The attachment weight and changed load center must be considered because they can reduce the forklift’s residual lifting capacity.

What information is needed to choose the right 3-wheel electric forklift? +

To select the right 3-wheel electric forklift, please provide the required lifting capacity, load center, maximum lift height, pallet dimensions, aisle width, warehouse floor condition, daily operating hours, battery preference, charger power supply, required attachments, and destination country. HAMAC can then recommend a suitable compact electric forklift configuration, including battery type, mast type, tire options, and safety equipment.

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