IFOY Audit
Finalists undergo the three-stage IFOY Audit as part of the IFOY Audit, which takes place during the TEST CAMP INTRALOGISTICS. This consists of the scientific IFOY Innovation Check, the IFOY Test and the jury test.
Tonero HST
TOYOTA Material Handling
Product name and company
Tonero HST – TOYOTA Material Handling
Category
Counter Balanced Truck
Description
The new Toyota Tonero HST 2.0 and 2.5 ton is a unique piece of material handling equipment, benefitting from a Toyota-quality industrial engine and a hydrostatic transmission. This solution had been built specifically for the drivers who prefer the driving feel of a hydrostatic transmission.
The Toyota Tonero HST therefore places drivers in focus and addresses their individual driving preference. The range is an additional offer on top of Toyota’s range of torque converter trucks, giving drivers the possibility to choose the driving feeling they are most comfortable with. The hydrostatic transmission comes with a series of benefits. Customers can profit from a powerful acceleration and drive function that is independent from the lift function, which limits the number of foot movements for high speed load handling. The trucks features stop on ramp for safer operation, accel off braking, electric parking brake, maintenance -free wet disc brakes and pre-set parameters to adjust acceleration and accel off braking.
These counterbalanced trucks present the same benefits that are common throughout the Tonero range: unmatched stability thanks to the integrated System of Active Stability (SAS) and low centre of gravity, all-round visibility for increased material handling safety and high reliability granted by the Toyota Production System (TPS) manufacturing.
Innovations
The combination of the Toyota industrial engine with the hydrostatic transmission is unique and differentiates it from other machines. This ensures high productivity and driving comfort for those who prefer working with this type of driving system.
Also, putting the hydrostatic transmission together with the SAS system allows the truck to easily manoeuver, and offers a comfortable driving experience, and superb stability. The result is enhanced productivity.
The drive speed remains constant at all times: the accelerator position defines the travel speed, which remains constant no matter the quality of the floor, whether driving on slopes or using the hydraulic functions. The drive mode selector on the dashboard gives the driver the possibility to easily adjust the acceleration and the accel off braking effect.
The Toyota Tonero HST offers an accel off braking feeling. In case of emergency situation, the brakes offer perfectly controllable and safe braking.
Market relevance
Toyota Tonero HST has been designed to satisfy customers’ preferences. It is a forklift solution built to suit the needs of specific drivers and applications. The Toyota Tonero HST addresses those operators who gladly adopt the driver feel of a hydrostatic transmission – an additional solution in material handling equipment.
Secondly, these HST Diesel trucks have been developed to deliver high productivity without compromising on the safety of driver and goods. Powerful and precise in all applications, the forklifts move pallets fast, easy and in a safe way, giving the operator full manoeuver control. The high drive speed, acceleration, quick change of direction together with the Toyota System of Active Stability (SAS) increase the driver confidence and thus performance in long operating hours, which results in more pallets being moved.
By considering the operators’ needs at every stage of the design, the new Toyota Tonero HST increases the level of truck driveability for those who prefer hydrostatic drive. The driver is in full control of the truck acceleration, braking effect and driving speed that is independent of the lift function and remains constant regardless of floor conditions. The engine revolutions automatically increase when using the hydraulic functions.
Customer benefits
Drivers of the Toyota Tonero HST are less fatigued, thanks to the trucks’ unique combination of features. Among these, a small steering wheel with steering synchroniser, ergonomic seat and seat mounted hydraulic controls, powerful engine braking and acceleration, independent drive and lift functionality with automatic engine speed increase when using the hydraulic functions.
These forklift models also bring the safety of the driver and handled goods into focus. Customers benefit from a maintenance-free electrical parking brake with stop on ramp function and the complete Toyota SAS package including fork levelling, SAS rear stabiliser, tilt control speed and control of the tilt angle. Customers will equally enjoy the superb all-round visibility: in all applications, when driving or handling loads at ground level over loading and unloading up to stacking at heights. Good visibility is crucial to keeping high standards of safety and minimising accidents.
Other information
| This is a | Vollständig neues Modell |
| Date of market launch | 09/02/2013 |
| Competitive products | Linde H20-35 Still RX70-22-35 Jungheinrich DFG425s-435s |
| Special equipment IFOY test device |
Technical data
| Drive type | Elektro |
| Lifting weight max. | 2500 kg |
| Truck weight | 3290 kg |
| Driving speed without load | km/h |
| Lifting speed without load | m/s |
| Lifting height max. | 6500 mm |
Test report
The Tonero HST is Toyota’s long-awaited answer to the call for a hydrostatically driven forklift truck. The hydrodynamic Tonero has already been on the market for some time, but it is only now that the Japanese brand can also play a role in the hydrostatic segment. It is obvious that Toyota’s aim with this recent addition to the model range is to offer an alternative to Linde. The Tonero HST is nominated for the IFOY Award.
The front axle and drive unit of the Tonero have been de facto replaced with a new axle and the hydrostatic drive system from Bosch Rexroth. Otherwise, the truck has remained more or less unchanged.
Like most hydrostatic trucks, the Tonero HST reacts directly to pressure on the gas pedal, and like the Linde hydrostat, the IFOY truck from Toyota is equipped with a two-pedal system. The joystick operating feature is one of the most ergonomic options and controls the mast functions in much the same way as the Linde Load Control system. In addition, the test truck offered all the benefits of the SAS system (System of Active Stability). Well-known functions like horizontal fork levelling, controlled tilt speeds with loaded fork and rear axle stabiliser also enhance safety and convenience. The synchronisation control system ensures that the wheel is always in the same position when driving straight ahead.
As is the case with most hydrostatically powered trucks, it takes some time to become accustomed to operating the Tonero HST. The direction of travel is controlled via pedal. As soon as the driver takes his foot off the direction change pedal, the truck brakes. The accelerator concept also differs from that of conventional systems, as the truck only responds to the gas pedal after a slight delay.
The IFOY test truck was equipped with a selector switch for three drive modes: H (High Performance), P (Performance) and S (Standard). In the “H” setting, the Tonero reacts without delay and is easy to handle. In standard mode, on the other hand, the relatively long delays between action and reaction impair the driving smoothness. A new software setting could resolve this problem.
One of the main advantages of hydrostatic trucks is the easy change of direction without interrupting the transmission process. The trucks are therefore particularly suitable for stop-and-go operations such as loading and unloading of freight trucks.
The workplace in the Tonero is extremely spacious with ample foot, leg and shoulder room. The mast function is predictable and all-round visibility is good. Despite the mounting of a sideshifter, the blind spot of the 3,300 mm mast is minimal.
The storage space is rather limited, with just one cup/bottle holder and two clips – one of which is mounted under the adjustable armrest and therefore hard to reach.
The performance of the Tonero is exactly in line with the market average. Moreover, the test drive showed little or no difference in truck performance in the various drive modes. Although productivity is slightly lower in “Standard” mode, consumption values are unchanged, and consumption is even slightly higher in this eco-mode based on the handling of 100 pallets.
Summary
The Tonero is a welcome addition to the Toyota programme. It is predestined for jobs with frequent changes in direction, and its performance in terms of productivity and consumption are in line with the market average. However, the SAS system means that the Toyota truck has several advantages that are currently not supplied by rival trucks in this combination. More exact software adjustment of the drive parameters would enable the truck to react more smoothly to fast changes in pedal position.
| Hard facts | Test Truck IFOY Test | Average other trucks | Value 1 to 10 | |
| Productivity Max mode | 333 | 333 | Pallets p. 8 hrs | 7 |
| Productivity Eco mode | 323 | 320 | Pallets p. 8 hrs | 7 |
| Energy level Max mode | 11.66 | 11.25 | liter for 100 plts | 7 |
| Energy level Eco mode | 11.84 | 11 | liter for 100 plts | 7 |
| Driving speed with load | 18.97 | 18.71 | km/hr | |
| Lifting speed with load | 54.1 | 57.17 | cm/sec | |
| Acceleration speed | 7.1 | 7.03 | time for 27,2 meters | |
| Averages soft facts | IFOY Test | |||
| First impression | 7.40 | |||
| Load Safety | 8.00 | |||
| Entry to truck | 7.57 | |||
| Seat & Sit position | 7.67 | |||
| Legg Space | 8.75 | |||
| Activate truck | 7.00 | |||
| Hydraulics | 8.38 | |||
| Steering | 7.29 | |||
| Sight | 7.75 | |||
| Driving acceleration | 7.80 | |||
| Driving braking | 7.00 | |||
| Driving & Turning | 7.00 | |||
| Parking truck | 7.00 | |||
| Safety elements | 8.13 | |||
| General after test | 7.25 | |||
| Sustainability | 8.00 | |||
| Totals | ||||
| Total average soft facts | 7.62 | |||
| Total productivity | 7.00 | |||
| Total Energy consumption | 7.00 | |||
| Total result all facts | 7.31 | |||
IFOY Innovation Check
Overall, the combination of industrial engine and hydrostatic transmission in the Toyota Tonero makes for high-performance driving characteristics.
The truck speed is automatically adapted to changing external conditions such as floor unevenness, inclines or the use of hydraulic features. This means the driver can choose a constant and exact driving speed via the position of the accelerator.
In addition, the driver can use the drive mode switch to select three different acceleration ramps following depression and three different deceleration ramps following release of the accelerator, thereby permitting adaptation of handling characteristics to the needs and preferences of the driver.
Assessment of innovation
The way that the hydrostatic transmission helps the driver to control the vehicle speed and permits tailoring of handling characteristics to his needs and preferences is in line with the expectations of the market for concepts that help personnel to perform their tasks while taking account of their individual preferences. The necessary technical components are generally already used in other technical fields but were adapted to suit the specific characteristics of the truck in the case of the Tonero. All in all, the truck boasts several smaller innovative features that reflect the trend towards active support and customised options for operating personnel.
| Functionality / type of implementation | ++ |
| Novelty / Innovation | ++ |
| Customer benefits | ++ |
| Market relevance | ++ |
| ++ very good / + good / Ø balanced / – less / — not available | |
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