unloaded truck will tip over to the side easier than a loa-
ded truck with its load in the lowered position.
In order for the lift truck to be stable (not tip over forward or
to the side), the CG must stay within the area of the lift truck
represented by a triangle drawn between the drive axle and
the pivot of the steering axle.
A. DRIVE AXLE B. STEERING AXLE C. TRUCK WILL TIP OVER
If the CG moves forward of the drive axle, the lift truck will tip
forward. If the CG moves outside of the line represented by
the lines drawn between the drive wheels and the steering
axle pivot, the lift truck will tip to that side.
Capacity (Weight and Load Center)
The capacity of the lift truck is shown on the Nameplate. The
capacity is listed in terms of weight and load center. The
weight is specified in kilograms and pounds. The load center
is specified in millimeters and inches. The capacity is the
maximum load that the lift truck can handle, with the mast
vertical, for the load condition shown on the Nameplate.
The load center of a load is determined by the location of its
center of gravity. The load center is measured from the front
face of the forks, or the load face of an attachment, to the
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