| 摘要 |
<p>A self propelled transportable lift truck (A) having a frame (1) formed by two spaced parallel longitudinal front members and a rear transverse member, at least two front wheels (5, 6) and at least one steerable rear wheel (7), such that the lifting mechanism thereby extends from a most retracted position between the longitudinal members of the frame. The lifting mechanism to raise and/or lower the lifting tines comprises a telescopic lifting arm (4) articulated about a horizontal axis perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the lift truck. An operator's cab (2) is located to one side of the lifting mechanism; the motive drive unit (3) is housed beneath the lifting mechanism. The lifting mechanism is provided with a yaw control to facilitate the lateral movement of the lifting tines. In addition, the yaw control has, on demand, the capability to automatically self centre the lifting mechanism. The lifting mechanism is further provided with a control system (52, 53, 54) which enables an approximate straight line lift to prevent tipping when filting the lift truck's maximum rated load. The lift truck is provided with an automatic system (42, 43, 45) for positively captivating itself when mounted and transported on the back of a carrier vehicle such as a truck or trailer. The lift truck is capable of being used on both paved and unpaved (rough) ground.</p> |
