Cat Lift Trucks Announces New Stand-Up End Control
HOUSTON – Cat Lift Trucks now offers the ES3000–ES5500 series electric counterbalanced Stand-up End Control lift trucks, with capacities ranging from 3,000 to 5,500 lbs. The ES3000–ES5500 series features electric power steering, low step height, and knee, hip, and elbow padding to help reduce operator fatigue over long shifts.
HOUSTON – Cat Lift Trucks now offers the ES3000–ES5500 series electric counterbalanced Stand-up End Control lift trucks, with capacities ranging from 3,000 to 5,500 lbs. The ES3000–ES5500 series features electric power steering, low step height, and knee, hip, and elbow padding to help reduce operator fatigue over long shifts.
The flexible side-stance operating position allows operators to adjust to various travel and application requirements with minimal effort. In addition to the operator-friendly design, the transistorized Cat MicroCommand AC drive and hydraulic control systems result in industry-leading travel and hydraulic speeds. Performance can also be customized to the application or to the operator through the standard premium display. Serviceability advantages, such as 500-hour service intervals and display-based diagnostics, help maximize uptime.
The ES3000–ES5500 Series is backed a warranty, customized financing programs, and a variety of aftermarket programs, including the Parts Fast or Parts Free, Total Maintenance and Repair, and Planned Maintenance programs. The Cat lift truck dealer network completes the package by offering the comprehensive parts, service, and rental support.
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