3.8 ton electric forklift BYD-EL38 2026

BYD EL38 balance heavy electric forklift, rated load 3.8 tons, weighted four-wheel chassis, stable operation. Equipped with 80V high-voltage battery, optional capacity, abundant power, pure electric environmental protect...
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BYD EL38 is a 3.8-ton ride-on four-point electric forklift, focusing on stable handling under heavy-duty conditions. The whole vehicle adopts a heavy-duty counterweight chassis, which is optimized and adjusted for heavy cargo pallet loading and unloading and raw material transfer scenarios. Relying on BYD's mature high-voltage electronic control technology, the power output of the whole vehicle is stable and durable, and the pure electric drive design can meet the environmental management requirements of the factory area. It is a practical model for medium and large industrial and mining enterprises and logistics freight yards to replace fuel forklifts.

II. Core product advantages

1. Weigh the counterweight chassis for smooth operation under heavy load conditions

The four-wheel balance weight structure is adopted, and the vehicle's self-weight ratio is scientific. When lifting 3.8 tons of weight, the body is not easy to shake, and the ramp operation and high-level stacking can be maintained stably. Reasonably optimized wheelbase and wheelbase improve the vehicle's anti-roll ability. The chassis has good passability, which can not only operate flexibly in the flat roadway of the warehouse, but also cope with complex sites such as sand and gravel pavement, loading and unloading platforms in the factory area, and can take into account indoor and outdoor operation scenarios.

2. High-pressure power system, suitable for high-intensity multi-shift operations

The vehicle is equipped with high-power drive and hydraulic lifting motor, and with AC AC electronic control system, the power output is linear and sufficient, and the heavy-load lifting is smooth and smooth. The vehicle is equipped with 80V high-voltage battery, providing two capacity configurations of 280Ah and 560Ah, which can be flexibly selected according to the single-day operation time. The long-life version can support single-shift and above continuous operations. Pure electric operation, no exhaust gas is generated during the operation process, and can be used stably in closed plants and environmental protection control workshops.

3. Optimized driving space, taking into account safety and operating comfort

The cab of the whole vehicle has been optimized by ergonomics, and the layout of the shock-absorbing seats and operating rods is reasonable, which effectively relieves the fatigue caused by long-term continuous driving. The running noise of the whole vehicle is controlled within the industry standard, and the working environment is comfortable. The integrated roof guard provides safety protection for the operator, the hydraulic braking response is timely, the operation logic is simple and intuitive, and both new and old drivers can quickly adapt.

4. The whole structure is durable, reducing long-term operation and maintenance investment

Brushless AC motors reduce vulnerable parts and effectively reduce daily maintenance items. The hydraulic oil circuit has been tested under heavy load conditions, resulting in stable pressure and strong durability of valve body and oil cylinder. Compared with traditional internal combustion forklifts, fuel consumption and regular engine overhaul costs are saved, and later maintenance is simple. Long-term use can effectively control operating costs.

III. Core parameters

classification
parameter name
unit
BYD EL38
overview
manufacturer
-Home
Model
-EL38
dynamic form
-Electric (electric)
mode of operation
-Seat (car type)
Rated lifting weight Q
kg
3800
Load center distance c
mm
500
Front overhang x
mm
485
Wheelbase y
mm
1770
weight
Gross weight (including battery)
kg
4840
Axle load (full load)
kg
7940/775
Axle load (no load)
kg
1950/2890
tire
Tire form
-inflatable tire
Front wheel size
mm
250-15-16PR
Rear wheel size
mm
6.5-10-10PR
Number of front/rear wheels (x = drive wheels)
-2x/2
Front track b10
mm
1078
Rear track b11
mm
946
size
Forward inclination angle/backward inclination angle α/β

5-8
Lower limit height of gantry h1
mm
2120
Free lifting height h2
mm
130
Standard gantry lifting height h3
mm
3000
Maximum height of gantry (off the ground) h4
mm
4250
Top frame height h6
mm
2245
Seat height (off the ground) h7
mm
1240
Traction pin height h10
mm
390
Full length l1
mm
3870
Full length (excluding fork) l2
mm
2800
Total width b1/b2
mm
1340
Fork size s/e/l
mm
50/122/1070
ISO 2328 compliant fork racks, frames/forms A, B
-3A
Fork rack width b3
mm
1100
The lower limit of the gantry is the height m1 from the ground.
mm
135
Lower limit of the frame Height from the ground m2
mm
140
Channel Width with 10001200 Horizontal Tray Ast
mm
4205
Channel width with 8001200 vertical tray Wa
mm
4405
Lower turning radius b13
mm
2540
Inward turning radius b13
mm
765
performance
Driving speed, load/no load
km/h
14/15
Lifting speed, load/no load
mm/s
300/350
Drop speed, load/no load
mm/s
550/450
Upper limit traction, S2 = 5min, load/no load
k N
12.9/10.5
Upper limit climbing ability, S2 = 5min, load/no load
%15/20
Brake form
-hydraulic brake
drive
Drive motor power, S2 = 60min
kw
15
Lifting motor power, S3 = 15% ED
kw
20.7
Battery capacity
V/Ah
80/280
Battery weight
kg
485
Battery size, length/width/height
mm
930/734/600
VDI cycle type energy consumption
kw/h
-
other
Electronic control type
-AC
Hydraulic system working pressure
bar
180-195
Noise at the driver
dB (A)
≤80
Traction connection
-PIN

IV. Applicable scenarios

  1. Steel market, foundry heavy raw material transfer and finished product stacking and warehousing;

  2. Large logistics parks, freight terminals, full pallet heavy cargo loading and unloading and short-distance transshipment in the field;

  3. Building materials, hardware, bulk goods warehouse turnover operations;

  4. All-weather heavy-duty handling operations in industrial parks with exhaust emission control requirements.

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