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DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES
TOYOTA 1.6 ~ 3.0 ton FBMF 16 ~ 30 counterbalance type electric 4-wheel forklift trucks have had an estab-
lished reputation as high performance forklift trucks since first their model launched in 1989.
There have been rising demands for clean electric forklift trucks with relevant to environmental concern; and fur-
ther the market wants higher capacity forklift than 3.0 ton beside the existing capacity models.
Keeping these points in mind, the design concepts were established, as follows:
1. AC induction motor
Making best use of the advantages of AC induction motor drive system to respond to customer's needs for the
most suitable load handling system.
2. SAS - System of Active Stability
In order to gain better stability, SAS has been developed. SAS, adopted by 7 series, has already won high con-
fidence from the industrial truck markets.
This same level of stability will be incorporated into the new 7FBMF 16 ~ 50 models.
3. Introducing larger capacity models of 3.5 ton and over in addition to new 1 ~ 3 ton capacity models to en-
hance the product range.
Creation of over 3.5 ton capacity models has been undertaken together with the model changes launched for 1
~ 3 ton capacity models.
Most of all, the AC induction drive motor system has been a pioneering endeavor having rallied our technological
powers for a successful introduction in our products. Excellent features inherent to AC induction motor have
been used to its full advantages with success.
Furthermore, varied demands for additional features have been implemented. Emphasis has been placed on
system design development such as the mini-lever system and the wet brake system, etc.
The 7FBMF 16 ~ 50 models certainly have outstanding features compared to other forklift models. On operation,
the differences are so obvious in fundamentals, performance, comfort, etc. New 7FBMF 16 ~ 50 models are
commendable as an epoch in new era.
