New Doosan 9-Series forklifts in the 3.5 – 5.5 t range

By MEq September 2, 2021 18:19

Doosan has launched a powerful new world-class range of Euro Stage V compliant IC engine counterbalance forklift trucks. The 9-Series offers an unbeatable combination of outstanding fuel efficiency, performance, driver comfort, and durability. Initially introducing nine new advanced models, covering a capacity range from 3.5 – 5.5 tons, Doosan will go on to release further models in the series over the coming months within the capacity range 2.0 – 3.0 tons, followed by a steady rollout of robust high capacity models throughout 2021.

Sleek design
The striking, new sleek design combines rugged good looks with enhanced operator comfort, offering spacious legroom with a 50% larger floor plate, concealed tilt cylinder, increased torso clearance, and an all-new ‘full floating’ cabin design with curved front, top, and rear glass panels – reducing noise to just 79db(A) and vibration to an absolute minimum.

The 9-Series has been cleverly designed to give the driver even greater all-around visibility. The large rounded glass panels and contoured cowl design provide a clear forward, rear, and upper view, and with the option of a FFT wide-view mast, creates even better forward visibility.

Compliance with performance
The beating heart of the 9-Series is the advanced G2 Doosan-built diesel engine, which is specially designed for industrial vehicles. It provides high torque at low RPM – effectively delivering improved forklift acceleration, drive and climb performance. Importantly, the inherently clean G2 engine, when fitted with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), is fully compliant with Euro Stage V regulations. In normal operation, regeneration of the DPF takes place automatically during driving – maximizing uptime and ensuring uninterrupted all-round performance.

An important cost-saving standard feature of the 9-Series is the multi torque function, allowing the operator to select the performance most suited to the task. ECO mode minimizes fuel consumption, cutting down on unnecessary acceleration; High mode increases power output to match the demands of heavy-duty work; and Standard mode maintains output at levels suited to everyday tasks.

Electronic powertrain control
Doosan’s highly responsive 9-Series boasts the most advanced powertrain system, providing the driver with precise control when handling heavy loads and helping to reduce operator fatigue. The sensitivity of the inching pedal is adjustable, ensuring accuracy when handling heavy and fragile loads such as glass bottles. In addition, the service brake is designed on the principle of a ‘master brake cylinder’, which increases braking capacity by 200% and reduces braking effort by 20%.

Enhancing overall performance and durability of the rugged 9-Series is the new integrated powertrain cooling system that delivers excellent cooling performance similar to the heavy-duty option of the previous model. By streamlining the counterweight profile, improving fan and core clearance, and increasing the capacity of the charging pump by 47%, the operating temperature of the engine coolant has been significantly reduced from 103 to just 89.2 degrees centigrade.

Stronger ergonomics
The sleek looks of the new 9-Series are combined with sound ergonomics – taking safety, driver comfort, ease of maintenance and productivity fully into account.

The ‘full floating’ cab is designed for operator comfort and to reduce fatigue, with a fully adjustable premium Sears & Grammer suspension seat as standard, and excellent all-round visibility for safer maneuvering with greater awareness. Other features include, a compact steering wheel with a slim telescopic steering column, a 5” (optional 7”) full-color LCD display that presents operating and maintenance information clearly outdoors, and an easy entry grab-bar and an anti-slip step-plate facilitate safe access to and from the cab. For convenience, a document clipboard and USB port are located within the reach of the operator and other options, such as a cup holder and cab light are also available.

For extra driver comfort, the optional air conditioning and heater system has an air filter to prevent dust inflow and offers internal/ external air circulation control, air volume control, and has an ergonomically designed air vent layout. Also included as standard is Doosan’s industry-leading sealed, oil-cooled disc brake system, which is virtually maintenance-free and lasts up to five times longer when compared to conventional shoe brakes.