Description

STILL presents the RX 70-50, the successor model to the R 70 series. Instead of focusing on absolute peak values in an individual discipline, this forklift is dimensioned exactly so as to create an optimum overall picture from the very wide variety of performance requirements. The basic idea of the new internal combustion truck with a load capacity of five tons is optimum goods handling performance based on a combination of power, precision, ergonomics, compactness, safety and environmental responsibility that is unique.

Innovations

The RX 70-50 enables high operating speeds with low energy consumption due to the combination of a powerful industrial motor and the proven diesel-electric drive system. In addition to the Blue-Q energy efficiency program and diesel-electric drive, the RX 70 offers another unique advantage: the intelligent drive controller. This forward-looking technology reduces fuel consumption and, in combination with the optional Tempomat, ensures long-distance driving that is as relaxed as it is economical. Moreover, the truck’s enormous power can be put into practice effectively through the precise, sensitive steering and five selectable driving programs.
Moreover, the new forklift makes a convincing impression with its ergonomically mature, functional vehicle design. Aisle widths of less than five metres are achievable thanks to the vehicle’s width of under 1.50 metres – which guarantees optimum use of the available warehouse space. Ecological responsibility is another facet of optimum goods handling performance. In spite of its high goods turnover performance, the RX 70-50 allows the environment to breath a sign of relief: it significantly outperforms the exhaust emission limit values of Directive 97/68/EC Stage 3b. As the only forklift in its class, the RX 70-50 achieves such low emission values only by means of an oxidation catalyst – the use of a soot particulate filter is unnecessary thanks to a completely newly developed 2.9 litre Deutz diesel engine.

Market relevance

The design concept phase of the RX 70-50 focused on several characteristic features of an industrial truck. During the development, great attention was paid to compliance with the exhaust emission law 97/68 E Stage 3b. The aim here was to outperform the statutory requirements without a diesel particulates filter.
Of course ist was also thought about the driver at the same time: starting with a generously designed, clearly visible entrance step, via a functional workplace design with optimum adjustment ranges for all the controls and a wide variety of equipment options to the best values for vibration stresses on the human body. This all increases operator comfort, provides optimum conditions for fatigue-free working, and prevents injury to health.
The aim with this truck was not just to be particularly outstanding in a single aspect and to design a forklift with the biggest engine power, but to market a counterbalanced truck that sets a new standard for efficiency. And due to the diesel-electric drive unit, STILL also shows the one of the lowest fuel consumption with the RX 70-50. The targeted use of recyclable construction materials ensures resource-conserving reutilisation after the forklift reaches the end of its life.

Customer benefits

Due to its unique diesel-electric propulsion system, the RX 70-50 enables high operating speed combined with low fuel consumption. This power can also be put into practice effectively as a result of the precise, sensitive control of the traction drive system and working hydraulics. The maximum driving speed together with the acceleration and braking capabilities can also be individually customised through the five driving programs. Acceleration and braking require only the operation of the foot throttle. When the driver takes his foot off the accelerator, the vehicle is braked electrically and thus entirely wear-free. The automatic braking provides additional security against unintended rolling away on an uneven floor surface or on ramps. Like all of STILL’s forklifts, the “big one” is also characterised by consistent, sensitive, precise driving behaviour. This enables the driver to work accurately and productively. An extensive selection of cabin equipment, the optimum arrangement and design of all the controls, and a roomy, vibration-free, soundproofed driver’s cab ensure fatigue-free, comfortable working at all times. Goods handling performance is far more than pure engine performance. Power, precision, ergonomics, compactness, safety and environmental responsibility – only the optimum interplay of these six aspects ensures maximum goods handling performance. The combination of the performance capability of man and machine is implemented in an ideal way with the RX 70-50.