On August 24, 2026, FLIFT completed the shipment of two 5T multi-directional reach trucks from Shanghai Port to Greece. Built for handling long, wide and heavy loads, the two electric trucks combine a rated load capacity of 5,000 kg, a lifting height of 6,000 mm and multi-directional travel in one specialized material-handling solution.

This 5t multi directional reach truck delivery to Greece reflects the growing demand for equipment that can move oversized materials in facilities where conventional counterbalance forklifts require too much maneuvering space. A multi-directional reach truck can travel in several directions, allowing an operator to transport long loads sideways instead of making wide turns with the load projecting in front of the machine.

Before shipment, the trucks were prepared and protected for container transportation. The accompanying photos show the completed red-and-gray FLIFT units in the factory as well as the loading and securing process. Protective materials were fitted around exposed parts, while related components and accessories were packed for the sea journey from China to Greece.





Key Specifications of the 5T Multi-Directional Reach TruckThe two units supplied for this project were configured with the following specifications: 

Designed for Long and Wide Loads

Long materials create a special challenge inside warehouses and production facilities. Steel profiles, timber, aluminum sections, pipes, panels and fabricated components can be difficult to move with a standard forklift. When a conventional forklift carries a long load in the forward direction, the combined truck-and-load length increases the space needed for turning and rack access.
This may force a company to provide wider aisles or use several handling steps.

A multidirectional forklift addresses this challenge by changing the direction of travel. The truck can position the load and then travel sideways, keeping long material aligned with the aisle. This movement can reduce unnecessary turning and make it easier to approach storage locations in confined areas. The reach function also helps the operator place and retrieve loads while maintaining a practical truck position.

For the operating condition provided for this Greek project—a cargo size of 5,000 × 2,400 mm and a 1,200 mm load center—the specified aisle width is 4,000 mm. This figure is application-specific. Required aisle width can change with the load length and width, pallet orientation, clearances, rack layout and operating method. FLIFT therefore reviews customers’ cargo drawings and site dimensions before recommending a configuration.

5,000 kg Capacity with a 6,000 mm Lift Height

Each truck has a rated capacity of 5,000 kg and uses a three-stage mast with a maximum lifting height of 6,000 mm. This combination supports demanding material-handling tasks where heavy loads must be stored or retrieved at elevated positions.

The three-stage design provides the vertical reach needed for high storage locations while supporting a more practical collapsed-mast arrangement than a comparable two-stage configuration may offer. The 1,520 mm forks provide a stable load-contact surface for the specified application. Because long-load applications vary greatly, fork dimensions and load-center requirements should be checked against the customer’s actual materials rather than selected only from nominal capacity.

The truck is equipped with a 25.4 kW lifting motor to support hydraulic lifting operations. Its 7.0 kW drive motor provides electric travel without exhaust emissions at the point of use. This makes the model suitable for many indoor warehouses and manufacturing environments, subject to the customer’s floor, ventilation, gradient and duty-cycle requirements.

What Is the Maximum Load Capacity of a 5-Ton Multi-Directional Forklift at a 6-Meter Lift Height?

For this FLIFT 5-ton multi-directional forklift, the maximum load capacity at a lifting height of 6,000 mm is 3,600 kg. Although the truck has a rated capacity of 5,000 kg at lower lifting heights, its residual capacity decreases as the load is raised.The actual capacity also depends on the load center, cargo dimensions, mast configuration and operating conditions. Customers should provide their maximum load weight, load dimensions, required lifting height and load center so that FLIFT can confirm the correct capacity chart before ordering.

80V/500Ah Battery System with a Lithium Option

The Greek customer’s trucks use an 80V/500Ah lead-acid battery system. Lead-acid technology remains a familiar option for many industrial users because maintenance procedures, charging practices and service support are widely understood.

FLIFT can also offer a lithium battery as an option. Lithium systems may be preferred for applications that benefit from opportunity charging, reduced routine battery maintenance or multiple work shifts. The appropriate choice depends on working hours, charging windows, ambient conditions, local service capability and total operating-cost priorities. As a multi directional reach truck manufacturer, FLIFT can discuss these factors with the customer instead of treating one battery type as suitable for every project.

CURTIS Controller and Operator Visibility Options

Both trucks are equipped as standard with an American CURTIS controller. A proven electronic control system supports predictable travel response and helps coordinate electric drive performance during warehouse operations.

The supplied model also features an enclosed protective cabin. The surrounding structure helps separate the operator area from the load-handling environment while maintaining access to the controls and working view. As shown in the factory photographs, the cabin incorporates protective mesh panels and a dedicated operator seat and control layout.

For applications that require additional visual support, FLIFT offers an optional camera with an HD monitor. A camera can assist the operator when the load, mast or storage height restricts the direct line of sight. It is an aid rather than a substitute for trained operation, site traffic controls and proper observation of the working area.

Why Choose a Multi-Directional Reach Truck?

Companies usually consider a 5t multi directional reach truck when conventional equipment creates bottlenecks in long-load handling. The design may provide several practical benefits:

• Multi-directional travel for flexible positioning of long and wide cargo
• Sideways movement that can reduce the turning space needed for long loads
• Reach capability for loading, retrieval and rack operations
• Electric power for indoor material handling without tailpipe emissions
• One specialized machine for tasks that might otherwise require repeated repositioning
• Configurable mast, forks, battery and visibility options for different sites

The greatest benefit is not simply that the wheels can change direction. It is the truck’s ability to coordinate load orientation, travel and placement within a defined warehouse layout. For this reason, accurate selection should begin with the cargo rather than the machine alone.

Application Review Before Production

For a heavy-duty multidirectional truck project, FLIFT recommends confirming the following information before an order is finalized:

1. Maximum cargo weight, including the load carrier or packaging
2. Cargo length, width and height
3. Actual load center and center-of-gravity position
4. Required lifting height and residual capacity
5. Clear aisle width and rack dimensions
6. Door heights, overhead restrictions and floor conditions
7. Daily working hours and charging schedule
8. Indoor or outdoor use and environmental conditions
9. Required cabin, camera, fork and battery options

In this project, the relationship among the 5,000 × 2,400 mm cargo, 1,200 mm load center and 4,000 mm aisle requirement was a critical selection factor. Reviewing these details helps ensure that the proposed truck matches the real operating environment.

Production, Protection and Shipping from Shanghai

International delivery of specialized forklifts requires more than selecting a model. The truck must also be prepared for handling, container loading and sea transportation. For this forklift delivery to Greece, the FLIFT team checked the machines before dispatch and applied protective packing to vulnerable areas. The units and associated packages were positioned and secured inside the container for export through Shanghai Port.

The shipment of two units also gives the customer consistent equipment for its operation. Matching truck configurations can simplify operator familiarization, charging arrangements, maintenance planning and spare-parts management.





FLIFT: A Multi-Directional Reach Truck Manufacturer in China

FLIFT develops material-handling solutions for customers with non-standard cargo and challenging warehouse layouts. In addition to multidirectional reach trucks, the company supplies electric forklifts, diesel forklifts, side loaders, very narrow aisle trucks, reach trucks, pallet trucks and customized handling equipment.

For buyers comparing suppliers, a capable multi directional reach truck manufacturer should do more than quote a rated capacity. The supplier should study the load dimensions, load center, lifting height, aisle limitations and daily duty cycle. It should also explain which figures are conditional, recommend appropriate options and prepare the equipment for international delivery.

The shipment to Greece demonstrates FLIFT’s ability to supply two 5-ton units configured for large cargo and a defined aisle condition. From technical confirmation and production to packing and shipment, the project was managed as a complete export solution.

Looking for a 5T Multi-Directional Reach Truck?

If your company handles steel, timber, pipes, panels, profiles or other long and bulky materials, FLIFT can help evaluate whether a multidirectional forklift is suitable for your warehouse.Send us the following details for a recommendation and quotation:

1. Maximum load weight
2. Cargo dimensions
3. Load center
4. Required lifting height
5. Available aisle width
6. Working hours per day
7. Preferred lead-acid or lithium battery
8. Photos or drawings of the warehouse and racking

Contact FLIFT to discuss a 5t multi directional reach truck for your operation. Our team can review your application, recommend a suitable configuration and provide an export proposal based on your destination and project requirements. 


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