The Platinum II Internal Combustion or IC lift truck provides more horsepower and torque suitable for a range of tough outdoor or indoor settings. This machinery can keep your operation highly productive and running smoothly. The Platinum II could be run by Diesel, Dual Fuel with Gas/LP, Liquid Propane or Gas. The fuel management system LP/Gas provided by Nissan optimizes engine operation so as to offer reduced exhaust emissions and excellent fuel economy.
Like the automobile engine, the internal combustion or IC forklifts burn fuel in engines. It is most common for these machinery to be used for outdoor operations. This is due to electric units not being safe for use in the rain. Moreover, only IC forklifts are able to handle the largest loads. Like for example, if you need more than 15,000 lbs. capacity, you will definitely require an IC engine.
The internal combustion forklift could be powered by diesel fuel, liquid propane, gas or CNG which is compressed natural gas. The operating costs are normally the highest for gas and lowest for diesel units. Propane and CNG fuels come in somewhere in the middle. Lots of people want their equipment based on existing vehicles and machinery on hand. For example, if you currently use diesel vehicles and have fuel storage, it truly makes sense to utilize diesel lift trucks as well.
IC lift trucks provide a big advantage with their ability to refuel on the fly: they could easily be filled up with a new propane canister or at a gas pump and your forklift could continue to function in no time. These units are cheaper initially to buy than electric lift trucks but really cost more per hour to operate.
Also, IC lift trucks stand up to certain kinds of misuse better than electric lifts. Specifically, these machinery are utilized to tow or push cargo as opposed to driving and lifting. Normally, they have better accelerations and top speeds. In outdoor applications, this could be a big advantage.