Variable Reach Forklift The 6000M variable reach forklift has performed in Desert Storm, Bosnia, Afghanistan and Iraq. More than 2,200 were manufactured and delivered to U.S. armed forces from 1989-1993. Handled missiles, ammunition, and supplies in the toughest types of terrain, supporting military forces. SkyTrak was nominated for a Certificate of Recognition from the Army Material Command (1991) for the 6000M's outstanding performance in Operations Desert Shield/Desert Storm.
Model 6000M
Max Reach: 24 ft 3 in. (7.4 m)
Max Lift Height: 30 ft (9.1 m)
Max Capacity: 6,000 lb (2,722 kg)
Rated Capacity @ 24 in. (610 mm) LC 6,000 lb (2,722 kg)
Maximum Lift Height w/ 24 in. LC carriage 30 ft (9.1 m)
Capacity @ Maximum Lift Height w/ 24 in. LC carriage 4,000 lb (1,814 kg)
Maximum Reach w/ 24 in. LC carriage 24 ft 4 in. (7.4 m)
Capacity @ Maximum Reach w/ 24 in. LC carriage 4,000 lb (1,814 kg)
Approximate Operating Weight w/ 24 in. LC carriage 27,100 lb (12,293 kg)
Length: 25 ft 1.75 in. (7.7 m) w/ forks
Width: 8 ft 5 in. (2.6 m)
Height: 8 ft 5 in. (2.6 m)
Wheelbase: 124 in. (315 cm)
Outside Turning Radius: 16 ft 3 in. (4.95 m)
Ground Clearance: 14 in. (36 cm)
Drive: 4 x 4
Engine Cummins: 6BT5.9
HP and RPM: 152 hp @ 2500 rpm
Transmission: Powershift
Axle - Front NoSPIN Differential
Axle - Rear Limited Slip Differential
Steering: 4 wheel
Tires: 17.5 x 25 - 12 ply
Maximum Travel Speed: 23 mph (37 kmph)
Frame Tilt Left/Right Frame Leveling: 9 Degrees each way
Boom Tilt Angle: 45 Degrees
Fording Depth: 30 in. (76 cm)
Max. Reach Below Grade: 30 in. (76 cm)
Track Width (tread): 6 ft 9.3 in. (2.07 m)