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MCM E20 Electric Forklift

Electric Forklift

Starting from R 359 975excl. VAT

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MCM E20 Electric Forklift — Key Features & Specifications

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The MCM E20 Electric Forklift 🔋 Compact. Quiet. Zero-Emission.

The MCM E20 delivers 2.0-ton (2,000 kg) lifting strength with the quiet, emission-free performance demanded by modern industry. Built for South African warehouses, factories, logistics hubs, and indoor operations, the E20 keeps your business moving while lowering operating costs.

With a 48 V / 600 Ah battery system, AC drive and pump motors with ZAPI controllers, and hydraulic power steering, this machine delivers the reliability of a diesel forklift without the fuel bill or exhaust fumes. Smooth precise control and long battery life — all-day productivity.

⚙️ Quick Specs

  • Load Capacity: 2,000 kg
  • Lift Height: 3,000 mm standard (up to 6,000 mm optional)
  • Battery: 48 V / 600 Ah (lithium upgrade available)
  • Drive & Pump Motors: 11 kW AC, ZAPI
  • Travel Speed: 13 km/h loaded / 14 km/h unloaded
  • Operating Weight: 3,950 kg
  • Turning Radius: 2,090 mm
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Capacity & Mast

  • Rated Load Capacity: 2,000 kg
  • Load Centre: 500 mm
  • Standard Lift Height: 3,000 mm (2-stage mast)
  • Free Lift Height: 115 mm
  • Mast Tilt: 6° forward / 12° back
  • Optional Mast Heights: 2,000 / 2,500 / 3,000 / 3,300 / 3,500 / 3,700 / 4,000 / 4,250 / 4,500 / 5,000 / 5,500 / 6,000 mm (capacity de-rated at higher lifts)
  • Fork Size: 920 × 122 × 40 mm (L × W × T)

Dimensions

  • Length to Front Axle: 2,380 mm
  • Wheelbase: 2,380 mm
  • Overall Width: 1,265 mm
  • Mast Height (Lowered / Extended): 2,000 / 4,000 mm
  • Overhead Guard Height: 2,150 mm
  • Turning Radius: 2,090 mm
  • Front Overhang: 450 mm
    Rear Overhang: 380 mm
  • Min Right-Angle Aisle: 1,520 mm
  • Track Width: 1,058 mm front / 950 mm rear
  • Ground Clearance: 115 mm (mast) / 170 mm (car centre)

Performance

  • Travel Speed: 13 km/h loaded / 14 km/h unloaded
  • Lifting Speed: 310 mm/s loaded / 440 mm/s unloaded
  • Lowering Speed: 490 mm/s loaded / 410 mm/s unloaded
  • Max Drawbar Pull: 1,230 / 1,100 kg loaded/unloaded
  • Max Gradeability: 17% loaded / 22% unloaded
  • Working Pressure: 14.5 MPa

Power System

  • Battery: 48 V / 600 Ah
  • Controller: ZAPI AC controller
  • Drive Motor: AC, 11 kW (52–60 min rating), ZAPI
  • Pump (Lifting) Motor: AC, 11 kW (15 min rating), ZAPI

Tyres & Weight

  • Front Tyres: 23×9-10
  • Rear Tyres: 18×7-8
  • Operating Weight: 3,950 kg

Optional Equipment

  • Custom mast configurations (2-stage, 3-stage, full free-lift)
  • Side-shift, fork positioner, paper roll clamp, bale clamp, drum handler, and other attachments
  • Optional fully enclosed cab with heater / aircon
  • Lithium-ion battery upgrade option
  • Pneumatic or cushion (solid) tyre upgrade
  • Premium adjustable suspension seat

Why Choose the MCM E20?

  • Zero emissions — safe for indoor and food-handling environments
  • Lower running cost than diesel — no fuel, less servicing, regenerative braking
  • Quiet operation — suitable for noise-sensitive sites and after-hours work
  • ZAPI AC drivetrain — proven reliability used worldwide on industrial-class forklifts
  • Backed by MCM nationwide service and parts network
  • Finance available through approved partners

Buy the MCM E20 Electric Forklift from MCM Group

The MCM E20 Electric Forklift is available from MCM Group South Africa with nationwide delivery, finance options, and full after-sales support. Contact us today for a competitive quote.

The MCM E20 Electric Forklift is a 2-ton lithium- or lead-acid-powered counterbalanced forklift built for warehouses, factories, distribution centres, and indoor industrial sites across South Africa. With zero emissions, low operating noise, and the lifting power of a comparable diesel forklift, the E20 is the practical choice when fuel cost, indoor air quality, or after-hours work matters.

Overview

MCM E20 Electric Forklift — Key Features

The E20 features an AC drive motor, regenerative braking, hydraulic power steering, and a robust two-stage mast as standard. The compact wheelbase and tight turning radius make it ideal for narrow warehouse aisles, while the cushion or pneumatic tyre options handle smooth concrete, paved yards, and light outdoor work. Side-shift is available as an option for fine load positioning without re-positioning the entire machine.

Applications in South Africa

Warehouse operators use the E20 for pallet storage, retrieval, and pick-and-pack operations. Distribution centres benefit from quiet, exhaust-free operation in temperature-controlled or food-handling environments. Manufacturing plants, cold-storage facilities, and timber yards all rely on electric forklifts for indoor material handling. Learn more about forklifts and their role in South African industry.

Delivery and Support

MCM Group delivers nationwide — to Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Bloemfontein, Port Elizabeth, Pretoria, and surrounding areas. Your machine arrives safely and on time regardless of location, with on-site commissioning and operator training included so you can start working from day one.

Finance Options

Because buying outright is not always practical, MCM Group offers flexible finance through approved partners. Options include hire purchase, instalment sale, and rental agreements. Match payments to your cash flow — contact our sales team for a personalised quote.

Get a Quote

The MCM E20 Electric Forklift is available from MCM Group South Africa with full warranty and after-sales support. Contact us today for current pricing, finance options, or to book a demonstration.

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