3000 kg rated handling capacity for industrial loading
A 3000 kg diesel counterbalance forklift for industrial loading areas, freight yards and suitable outdoor material handling. The listed Xinchai engine delivers 36.8 kW; confirm the final configuration against your loads and site.
- 3000 kg listed rated load
- Xinchai engine, 36.8 kW listed power
- 3000 mm listed lifting height
- 1225 mm listed machine width
3 Ton Diesel Forklift Specifications
| Parameter | Listed specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Qisheng |
| Power type | Diesel |
| Engine | Xinchai; exact variant to be confirmed |
| Listed engine power | 36.8 kW |
| Rated load | 3000 kg / 3 metric tons |
| Machine weight | 4200 kg |
| Machine width | 1225 mm |
| Starting battery | 12 V / 80 Ah |
| Minimum turning radius | 2390 mm |
| Lifting height | 3000 mm |
Based on the current Qisheng product information. Confirm the final engine, mast, forks, tires, attachments and capacity data plate before ordering. Listed dimensions and ratings do not establish suitability for every load or site.
Industrial Loads and Freight Yard Work
This 3 ton diesel forklift is a candidate for palletized industrial stock, cargo transfer and loading tasks where the required rated capacity exceeds a 2 ton model. Suitable firm surfaces, available maneuvering space and an appropriate tire configuration matter as much as headline tonnage.
The current sheet lists a 4200 kg machine weight. Consider the combined truck-and-load effect on floors, docks and loading areas rather than checking cargo weight alone. Do not infer rough-terrain capability from diesel power or machine weight; ask for suitability confirmation for uneven or unpaved work.
Xinchai Power and Practical Dimensions
The listed Xinchai engine power is 36.8 kW. Confirm the exact engine variant, service requirements and destination emissions documentation in the quotation. The 12 V / 80 Ah battery listed here is a starting battery, not the traction battery of an electric forklift.
Machine width is listed as 1225 mm and minimum turning radius as 2390 mm. Check both figures against the travel route, doorways and handling space, then request working aisle dimensions for your actual pallet. A compact turning figure does not establish that the truck can safely stack in an aisle of the same width.
Choosing Between 2 Ton and 3 Ton Diesel Forklifts
Start with the heaviest normal load, its center of gravity and the required placement height. A 3000 kg rated model may suit a heavier task, but a longer load or attachment can reduce allowable capacity. The 3000 mm listed lifting height must be checked with the final mast and data plate.
A larger rated capacity is not automatically the better purchase. Compare the 2 ton diesel forklift when your loads fit its verified capacity and its working dimensions suit the site. Include operating conditions, floor or dock limits and the complete quotation scope before selecting a model.
Configuration, Inspection and Export Enquiry
Tell Qisheng Machinery your cargo type, maximum weight, pallet or crate dimensions, desired lift height and any side-shift or clamp requirement. We can discuss a configuration-specific quotation with the appropriate supplier rather than treating all 3 ton forklifts as identical.
Before placing an order, agree the engine, mast, forks, tires, attachment capacity information, inspection scope and shipping terms in writing. Certification and emissions claims must be supported by documents for the actual supplied machine. Final price, availability and delivery schedule depend on the agreed configuration and destination.
Product Views and Demonstration Enquiry
Need to see the controls, mast movement or your proposed attachment in use? Send the configuration you are considering and request an operation video for that unit. Photos alone do not verify capacity or destination compliance.
Video Demonstration
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rated load of this 3 ton forklift?
The current product sheet lists 3000 kg, or 3 metric tons. The supplied truck data plate determines safe capacity at the stated load center, mast height and attachment configuration.
Which engine is listed?
The sheet lists a Xinchai diesel engine with 36.8 kW power. The exact engine model and applicable emissions documents should be confirmed for the order.
Is 4200 kg the load capacity?
No. 4200 kg is the listed machine weight; 3000 kg is the listed rated load. These are different values, and both matter when checking floor or loading-area limits.
Is the 12 V battery used to drive the forklift?
No. The listed 12 V / 80 Ah battery is for starting and electrical functions of the diesel machine. It is not a battery-powered electric drive specification.
Can attachments or a taller mast be supplied?
Describe the attachment and lift height you need so availability, compatibility and revised capacity can be checked in the quotation. Do not assume an attachment retains the base truck rating.
Get a Configuration-Specific Quotation
Send your maximum load weight, pallet or cargo dimensions, required lift height, aisle and doorway measurements, work surface, duty hours, order quantity and delivery destination. For electric models, include your electrical supply and charging schedule.
Contact David Zheng at Qisheng Machinery to discuss the machine specification, documentation and shipping scope. Open our enquiry page.
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Product information reviewed by Qisheng Machinery · Updated 2 October 2026. Final specifications and commercial terms are subject to the agreed quotation.