PIGGY BACK FORKS
Piggy Backs or Truck mounted forklifts range from 3,000 lbs. to 8,000 lbs. capacity and they mainly use ITA/Hook type forks with a negative drop (long neck).
| Class | Capacity | Working Back Height (h1) | Distance Between Hooks (h2) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
CL2 |
2,000 – 5,500 lbs |
Need for measurement |
15.04″ |
|
CL3 |
5,501 – 10,000 lbs |
Need for measurement |
18.78″ |
There is not a standard dimension of negative drop forks, the top hook position can vary for each truck model; therefore the working back height (h1) must be measured.
SEE BELOW OUR MOST POPULAR PIGGY BACK FORKS
Standard in-stock lengths are: 42", 48", 54", 60", 72" and 96"
- Class 2 Negative Drop
- A negative drop fork has a standard dimension between hooks per ANSI B56.11.4, but the upper hook position (h1) is higher to create a longer drop between the bottom hook and the floor.
- Common section sizes in-stock for quick delivery, up to 96” length:
- – 1.25×4”: capacity per pair 4,000 lbs @ 24” load center
- – 1.5×4”: capacity per pair 5,000 lbs @ 24” load center
- – 1.75×4”: capacity per pair 6,500 lbs @ 24” load center
- – 2×2” (block fork): capacity per pair 4,000 lbs @ 24” load center
- The documents below can help you to select your Negative drop Hook Fork:
- ITA/Hook Fork Spec Sheet
- Capacity Chart
- Contact us for other section sizes and options
- The capacity per pair must be equal or greater than your truck capacity.
- For heavy applications, please consider a higher capacity fork.
- Class 3 Negative Drop
- A negative drop fork has a standard dimension between hooks per ANSI B56.11.4, but the upper hook position (h1) is higher to create a longer drop between the bottom hook and the floor.
- Common section sizes in-stock for quick delivery, up to 96” length:
- – 1.5×5”: capacity per pair 6,500 lbs @ 24” load center
- – 1.75×5”: capacity per pair 8,500 lbs @ 24” load center
- – 2×5”: capacity per pair 10,500 lbs @ 24” load center
- – 2×6”: capacity per pair 12,500 lbs @ 24” load center
- The documents below can help you to select your Negative drop Hook Fork:
- ITA/Hook Fork Spec Sheet
- Capacity Chart
- Contact us for other section sizes and options
- The capacity per pair must be equal or greater than your truck capacity.
- For heavy applications, please consider a higher capacity fork.
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