LPG Cushion Tire Forklift – 5,000 lb Capacity

EKKO EK25SLP LPG Cushion Tire Forklift – 5,000 lb Capacity with Tier 4 EPA / CARB 4 Compliant Mitsubishi Engine

The EKKO EK25SLP is a 5,000 lb capacity liquid propane (LPG) four-wheel cushion tire forklift engineered for demanding material handling, warehousing, and distribution environments. Powered by the Mitsubishi 4G64 PSI engine rated at 63 HP @ 2,700 RPM, this unit delivers consistent performance on hard, smooth indoor surfaces where cushion tire forklifts excel. It is purpose-built for contractors, warehouse operators, and trades professionals who require a reliable, high-cycle propane forklift with competitive lift height and a proven drivetrain.

Unlike many comparable LPG forklifts, the EK25SLP meets both Tier 4 EPA and CARB 4 emissions regulations, making it compliant in the strictest emissions jurisdictions in the United States. The optimized hydraulic system reduces fuel consumption, and the enlarged operator compartment with a semi-suspension seat, small steering wheel, and electro-hydraulic direction changing is designed to improve driver comfort and reduce fatigue over long shifts.

Key Features & Benefits

Tier 4 EPA & CARB 4 Compliant Mitsubishi 4G64 PSI Engine

The Mitsubishi 4G64 engine produces 63 HP at 2,700 RPM on LPG and satisfies both Tier 4 EPA and CARB 4 emissions standards — the strictest regulations in the U.S. For contractors operating in California or on regulated job sites, this compliance eliminates costly restrictions and downtime associated with non-compliant equipment.

Enhanced Operator Comfort and Ergonomics

The operator space features a heightened overhead guard with a large arc-shape front leg, a semi-suspension seat, a small steering wheel, and electro-hydraulic direction changing with an automobile-type double combined switch. These design elements reduce operator fatigue during extended shifts and improve overall handling precision.

Vibration Damping and Noise Reduction

A cushion connection and whole-suspension cab assembly absorbs truck vibrations before they reach the operator. Additionally, a lowering damping device inside the lifting system reduces mast shock and vibration and minimizes noise caused by loads contacting the ground — important in noise-sensitive warehouse and distribution environments.

Optimized Hydraulic System for Fuel Efficiency

The EK25SLP features an optimized hydraulic system designed to reduce fuel consumption without sacrificing lift performance. Lower operating costs per hour make this unit a practical choice for contractors running high-cycle operations where fuel overhead adds up quickly.

189-Inch Lift Height with 44-Inch Free Lift

With a maximum lift height of 189 inches and a free lift height of 44 inches, the EK25SLP can stack loads in multi-level racking without raising the mast overall height until necessary — critical for working in facilities with overhead obstructions or dock areas with limited clearance.

Small Turning Radius for Tight Maneuvering

The EK25SLP is designed with a small turning radius that makes steering flexible and easy in confined warehouse aisles, loading docks, and staging areas. With a 42-inch overall width and a 58-inch wheelbase, it is compact enough for standard industrial environments.

Common Applications

Warehouse Material Handling

The EK25SLP is designed for all material handling demands in warehouse settings, including loading, unloading, and repositioning palletized goods on hard, smooth floors where cushion tires perform optimally.

Distribution Center Operations

With a 189-inch lift height and a 5,000 lb capacity, this forklift is well-suited for high-bay distribution centers requiring efficient racking and retrieval of heavy loads across multiple shelf levels.

Loading Dock Operations

The propane-powered drivetrain allows continuous indoor and transitional indoor/outdoor use at loading docks without battery charging downtime, supporting high-throughput receiving and shipping operations.

Manufacturing Facility Floor Operations

The combination of cushion tires, small turning radius, and a 42-inch overall width makes the EK25SLP maneuverable on smooth manufacturing facility floors where it can move raw materials and finished goods between production areas and staging zones.

Construction Supply Staging

Contractors managing on-site material staging on compacted or concrete surfaces can use the EK25SLP to move heavy pallets of construction supplies, equipment, and materials up to 5,000 lbs efficiently.

Compatible Materials

• Palletized construction materials (block, brick, bagged goods)
• Packaged and crated industrial equipment
• Lumber and sheet goods on pallets
• Bagged and bulk packaged materials
• Warehouse racking loads up to 5,000 lbs
• Heavy boxed and shrink-wrapped freight

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the EK25SLP compliant for use in California?
A: Yes. The EK25SLP's Mitsubishi 4G64 PSI engine meets CARB 4 emissions regulations, making it compliant for operation in California and other jurisdictions enforcing strict emissions standards.

Q: What type of surfaces is the EK25SLP designed for?
A: The EK25SLP is equipped with pattern cushion tires, which are designed for smooth, hard indoor surfaces such as concrete warehouse floors and distribution center aisles. Cushion tire forklifts are not intended for rough outdoor terrain.

Q: What is the maximum lift height of the EK25SLP?
A: The EK25SLP has a maximum lift height of 189 inches with a free lifting height of 44 inches, allowing loads to be raised in low-clearance areas before the full mast extension is required.

Q: What is the fork size on the EK25SLP?
A: The standard fork size is 42 x 4.8 x 1.57 inches.