Product Overview
BYD EL38 is a 3.8-ton ride-on four-point electric forklift, focusing on stable handling under heavy-duty conditions. The whole vehicle adopts a heavy-duty counterweight chassis, which is optimized and adjusted for heavy cargo pallet loading and unloading and raw material transfer scenarios. Relying on BYD's mature high-voltage electronic control technology, the power output of the whole vehicle is stable and durable, and the electric zero-emission design can meet the environmental management requirements of the factory area. It is a practical model for medium and large industrial and mining enterprises and logistics freight yards to replace fuel forklifts.
II. Core product advantages
The weighted counterweight chassis, the heavy-duty working conditions run smoothly with a four-wheel balance weight structure, the vehicle's own weight ratio is scientific, the body is not easy to shake when lifting 3.8 tons of heavy objects, and the ramp operation and high-level stacking can remain stable. Reasonably optimized wheelbase and wheel base, improve the vehicle's anti-roll ability. The chassis has good passability, which can not only operate flexibly in the flat roadway of the warehouse, but also cope with complex sites such as sand and gravel roads and loading and unloading platforms in the factory area. One machine covers indoor and outdoor operation scenarios.
High-voltage power system, suitable for high-intensity multi-shift operations. The vehicle is equipped with high-power drive and hydraulic lifting motor. With AC electronic control system, the power output is linear and sufficient, and the heavy-load lifting is smooth and not stuck. The vehicle is equipped with 80V high-voltage battery, providing 280Ah and 560Ah two capacity configurations, which can be flexibly selected according to the single-day operation time. The long-life version can ensure uninterrupted operation throughout the day. Pure electric operation has no oil fume and exhaust gas, and can be used stably in closed factories and environmental protection control workshops.
The driving and riding space is optimized, taking into account safety and operating comfort. The cab of the vehicle has been optimized by ergonomics, and the layout of shock-absorbing seats and operating rods is reasonable, which effectively relieves the fatigue caused by long-term continuous driving. The operating noise of the vehicle is controlled within the industry standard, and the working environment is more comfortable. The integrated roof guard provides safety protection for the operator. The hydraulic braking response is timely, and the operation logic is simple and intuitive. Both new and old drivers can easily get started.
The structure of the whole machine is solid and durable, reducing long-term operation and maintenance investment. The brushless AC motor reduces vulnerable parts and greatly reduces daily maintenance items. The hydraulic oil circuit has been tested under heavy-duty conditions, the pressure is stable, and the valve body and cylinder have a longer service life. Compared with traditional internal combustion forklifts, fuel consumption and regular engine overhaul costs are saved, and later maintenance is simple. Long-term use can effectively control operating costs.
III. Core parameters
| classification | parameter name | unit | BYD EL38 |
| overview | manufacturer | - | Home |
| Model | - | EL38 | |
| dynamic form | - | Electric (electric) | |
| mode of operation | - | Seat (car type) | |
| Rated lifting weight Q | kg | 3800 | |
| Load center distance c | mm | 500 | |
| Front overhang x | mm | 485 | |
| Wheelbase y | mm | 1770 | |
| weight | Gross weight (including battery) | kg | 4840 |
| Axle load (full load) | kg | 7940/775 | |
| Axle load (no load) | kg | 1950/2890 | |
| tire | Tire form | - | inflatable tire |
| Front wheel size | mm | 250-15-16PR | |
| Rear wheel size | mm | 6.5-10-10PR | |
| Number of front/rear wheels (x = drive wheels) | - | 2x/2 | |
| Front track b10 | mm | 1078 | |
| Rear track b11 | mm | 946 | |
| size | Forward inclination angle/backward inclination angle α/β | 5-8 | |
| Minimum height of gantry h1 | mm | 2120 | |
| Free lifting height h2 | mm | 130 | |
| Standard gantry lifting height h3 | mm | 3000 | |
| Maximum height of gantry (off the ground) h4 | mm | 4250 | |
| Top frame height h6 | mm | 2245 | |
| Seat height (off the ground) h7 | mm | 1240 | |
| Traction pin height h10 | mm | 390 | |
| Full length l1 | mm | 3870 | |
| Full length (excluding fork) l2 | mm | 2800 | |
| Total width b1/b2 | mm | 1340 | |
| Fork size s/e/l | mm | 50/122/1070 | |
| ISO 2328 compliant fork racks, frames/forms A, B | - | 3A | |
| Fork rack width b3 | mm | 1100 | |
| Minimum height m1 from the ground at the gantry | mm | 135 | |
| Minimum height from the ground at the frame m2 | mm | 140 | |
| Channel Width with 10001200 Horizontal Tray Ast | mm | 4205 | |
| Channel width with 8001200 vertical tray Wa | mm | 4405 | |
| Minimum turning radius b13 | mm | 2540 | |
| Inward turning radius b13 | mm | 765 | |
| performance | Driving speed, load/no load | km/h | 14/15 |
| Lifting speed, load/no load | mm/s | 300/350 | |
| Drop speed, load/no load | mm/s | 550/450 | |
| Maximum traction, S2 = 5min, load/no load | k N | 12.9/10.5 | |
| Maximum climbing capacity, S2 = 5min, load/no load | % | 15/20 | |
| Brake form | - | hydraulic brake | |
| drive | Drive motor power, S2 = 60min | kw | 15 |
| Lifting motor power, S3 = 15% ED | kw | 20.7 | |
| Battery capacity | V/Ah | 80/280 | |
| Battery weight | kg | 485 | |
| Battery size, length/width/height | mm | 930/734/600 | |
| VDI cycle type energy consumption | kw/h | - | |
| other | Electronic control type | - | AC |
| Hydraulic system working pressure | bar | 180-195 | |
| Noise at the driver | dB (A) | ≤80 | |
| Traction connection | - | PIN |
IV. Applicable scenarios
Steel market, foundry heavy raw material transfer and finished product stacking and warehousing;
Large logistics parks, freight terminals, full pallet heavy cargo loading and unloading and short-distance transshipment in the field;
Building materials, hardware, bulk goods warehouse turnover operations;
All-weather heavy-duty handling operations in industrial parks with exhaust emission control requirements.
