A 4.5-tonne (4,500 kg / 9,900 lb capacity) forklift is a heavy-duty industrial truck used in warehouses, construction sites, ports, manufacturing, and rough terrain applications. The 2026 market offers diesel, electric, and rough-terrain configurations.
Key Specifications (Typical 4.5-Tonne Diesel)
Specification Typical Range
Load Capacity 4,500 kg (9,900 lbs)
Load Center 500 – 610 mm
Overall Width 1,402 – 1,490 mm
Mast Lowered Height 2,245 – 2,329 mm
Turning Radius 2.39 – 2.9 m
Service Weight 6.4 – 7.04 tonnes
Engine Power 52 – 55 kW
Travel Speed 19.8 – 25 km/h
Lift Height 3,000 – 6,000 mm
Diesel Forklift Models
Model Engine Lift Height Weight Turning Radius Price
Reddot CPCD45-XRW76 Mitsubishi S6S (52 kW) 3,000 mm — — ~$16,000+ (wholesale)
Toyota 8FD45F (Tonero) Toyota 1KD (in-house) 6,000 mm — — Contact dealer
Toyota 8FGC45U (LPG) LPG — 7.04 t 2.39 m Contact dealer
FD45 OCTANE Cummins QSF2.8 (55.2 kW) 3,000 mm 6.68 t 2.9 m Contact seller
Hyster H4.5FTS 5 Kubota V3800 (55 kW) 2,740 mm 6.826 t 2.619 m Contact dealer
Clark C 45 D Diesel 4,552 mm 6.436 t — Contact dealer
Electric Forklift Models
Model Voltage Weight Turning Radius Lift Height Key Feature
HUBTEX FluX 45 Electric — — Up to 295" 360° multidirectional, 2-in-1 forklift/sideloader
UN Forklift FB45 80V 7.02 t 2.71 m 3,000 mm 11×2 kW traction, 25.4 kW hoist
Noblelift FE4P45N 80V 6.95 t 2.65 m 3,000 mm N Series
Linde E35-E50 Electric — — — 3.5–5.0 t range, combi steering axle
Toyota Traigo 80 80V — — 6,500 mm 20 km/h, regenerative braking
Maximal AX Series EV Lithium — — — Fast charging, zero-emission
Rough Terrain / 4x4 Forklifts
Model Drive Price Key Feature
4X4 Off-Road Articulated 4WD $8,999 Front/rear articulated, CE Euro V EPA, customizable
Viper FY45 IC Pneumatic $57,442 4.5-ton capacity, compact size for tight spaces
Price Range Summary
Category Price Range (USD)
Rough Terrain 4x4 (Chinese) ~$9,000
Diesel (Chinese wholesale) ~$16,000+
Diesel (Premium) Contact dealer
Electric (Premium) $45,000 – $65,000+
Viper FY45 (New) $57,442
Used / Auction Varies by condition
What to Check Before Buying
New Forklifts: Verify emissions compliance (EPA, Euro V) for your region. Confirm warranty terms (typically 12 months). Check engine type—Japanese engines (Toyota, Mitsubishi, Kubota) offer better reliability and parts availability than Chinese alternatives.
Used Forklifts: Check hour meter, service history, mast and forks for wear, tires for cuts and uneven wear, hydraulic system for leaks, and battery condition for electric models.
The bottom line: 4.5-tonne forklifts range from ~$9,000 for rough-terrain 4x4 models to $57,442 for new Viper FY45 units and $45,000–$65,000+ for premium electric models. Toyota's 8FD45F (diesel) offers 6,000 mm lift height and 24 km/h top speed. HUBTEX FluX 45 is a 2-in-1 electric multidirectional forklift/sideloader with 360° steering. Always verify specifications, warranty, and condition before purchase.