LPG / CNG Powered Forklift Trucks (LVX / CVX range)

• Forklift suitable for pollution-free environment.
• Ergonomically and aesthically designed for operator comfort.
• Enhanced safety and eco-friendly features.
• Optimized chassis design with low center of gravity for better stability.
• Hydrostatic power steering with load sensing and balanced steer cylinder for effortless steering
• Rugged, simple, field proven and maintenance free fluid coupling transmission or automatic torquetransmission.
• High visibility mast and carriage for clear unobstructed vision for all-round visibility.
• Maintenance friendly, high reliability, economy of operation and Voltas value-for-money.

PARAMETERS	LVX 15	LVX 20	LVX 25	LVX 30
Capacity	1500 Kg	2000 Kg	2500 Kg	3000 Kg
Load center	500 mm	500 mm	500 mm	500 mm
Power unit	Suitable water cooled, direct injection, 4-cylinder LPG / petrol engine with imported LPG kit.
Transmission	Standard fluid coupling transmission or optional automatic transmission.
Steering	Hydrostatic steering with load sensing valve and balanced cylinder.
Tyres	Choice of pneumatic or solid cushion tyres.
Mast	High visibility masts upto 4000mm max fork height HI-LO/duplex masts upto 3000mm max fork height for container stuffing application. High visibility triplex masts upto 5350mm max fork height for container stuffing and high stacking application.. Special masts for customized application available on requests

Engine

A four cylinder direct injection type diesel engine, with adequate power, is used. Air filtration is done through a large cyclone dry type air cleaner with a replaceable paper element. The air cleaner is located close to the air intake manifold using a short rubber hose.

A vertical exhaust system is a standard feature and uses a stainless steel bellow and a short steel pipe. The exposed portions of the muffler and the steel pipe are adequately guarded, using a steel wire mesh enclosure that is matched to the aesthetics of the truck.

An exhaust gas purifier or spark arrestor is available as an optional accessory.

The engine cooling system consists of a cross flow radiator incorporating a fan shroud and a pusher type fan as standard features. A pressurized sealed cooling system with coolant recovery reservoir with a transparent level check can be provided as an optional feature. The transmission oil cooling is done through an independent air cooled heat exchanger, mounted behind the radiator and cooled by the same pusher fan. This system prevents mixing of water in the transmission oil.

Transaxle (optional)

The truck is equipped with a world class transaxle (combined transmission and drive axle) - making the drive unit compact. The transaxle is a fully automatic transmission and uses a torque convertor which has been matched to the engine characteristics using a computer programme. The transaxle provides steplessly variable torque multiplication for meeting all the specified load and road conditions. The truck performance is achieved using only a single speed forward and reverse operation. Gear shifting is done electrically, using an effortless shift lever mounted on the steering column. The hydraulic inching and soft plugging are standard features provided on the truck for easy manoeuverability. The transmission design incorporates integral charge pump and piping. A neutral gear start is a standard safety feature which prevents accidental truck movement at the time of starting. The drive axle shafts are fully floating to ensure long life and to facilitate shock loading.

Brakes

The truck features large size heavy duty duo-servo brakes, which form an integral part of the transaxle. These are self energizing, self adjusting and use asbestos-free linings.

It includes a hand-operated parking brake, that independently actuates the brake shoes and is capable of holding the truck on a 15% gradient with rated load.

Fluid coupling transmission (FC) (standard)

The fluid coupling drive (exclusive fluid coupling) between engine and clutch, provides cushioned drive without metal to metal contact. Starting slip takes place in coupling, greatly prolonging clutch life. Coupling eliminates the use of clutch pedal when stopping and starting.

Two speeds forward and reverse provide the full range of torque requirements. The floor mounted gear shifter stick eliminates complicated linkages and wear points.

The one piece axle housing employs hypoid ring gear and pinion. A 4-pinion differential transmits power smoothly through the involute spline full floating drive shafts. The rugged pinion design withstands the stresses of repeated tight turns. All gears operate in a common oil bath.

Mast, carriage & forks

Superior design supported by special welding process rsults in highly durable Masts which last through the life of Forklifts. Standard High Visibility Mast is used in general purpose applications. Hi-lo Mast or High visibility triplex Masts with Full Free lift are available for special applications such as container stuffing/destuffing, High Stacking, etc. all these Masts are fitted with high visibility carriages for excellent visibility. Forks are of world class quality and conform to ISO standards.

Steer axle

The axle body is fabricated from steel plates for durability and strength. The axle is supported in the frame by using hardened steel bushings for providing the required articulation. The integrated balanced power cylinder is well protected inside the axle body. The axle assembly is made by using plain pin joints for ease of maintenance, obviating the need for expensive and maintenance-prone rod ends.

Hydrostatic power steering

The hydrostatic power steering provides a finger touch, smooth and effortless steering. The load sensing system saves power by metering the quantity of hydraulic oil, only when needed, giving priority for steering operation. Steering is possible during engine failure for towing the truck to safe parking / workshop..

Frame

The frame is designed using computer-aided modelling and optimized by using finite element analysis techniques. It is made from heavy steel plates using a flux cored arc welding process, ensuring excellent quality welds.

Instrumentation

The standard five gauge instrument cluster is housed in an FRP panel enclosure and is ergonomically placed for the driver's convenience. It contains electrically operated fuel, oil pressure, water temperature, ammeter and engine hourmeter gauges. Lighting switches and indicator lamp for battery charging are integrated in the instrument panel. All the gauges are illuminated for night driving.