Hybrid drive system for low fuel consumption
February 1st 2008 With its fuel consumption of just 2.5
l/hr* the RX 70 from STILL is claimed
to be way-ahead of the rest of the
world in terms of efficiency. This is
largely down to STILL's hybrid drive
technology. This figure is even more
amazing when compared with up to
5.4 l/hr used by a traditional torque
converter diesel forklift to perform
the same task.
The RX 70's powerful hybrid drive
system consists of an engine
(whether running on diesel or LP
gas), which drives a generator. Via an
intelligent control unit the generator
drives an electric induction motor.
This in turn provides power to the
drive wheels and all of the truck's
systems. This hybrid drive technology
is characterised by high overall
efficiency and low fuel consumption
(just 2.5 l/hr*) as well as a long
service life.
Not only does the RX 70's hybrid
drive reduce running costs, but its
design increases traction at the drive
wheels, ensuring power is available
when and where it should be. The
result is a greater throughput of
pallets at a lower price.
*applies to the RX 70-25, 2.5 tonnes
diesel in accordance with VDI 2198
new (60 working cycles per hour). In
accordance with VDI 2198 old (45
working cycles per hour) fuel
consumption is only 2.2 l/hr. More articles from Still Materials Handling: | 
