EP EFX5-251
Four-Wheel Electric 2.5T Counterbalance Forklift
The EP EFX5-251 is a compact 2.5-ton lithium-ion counterbalance forklift that combines high efficiency, low maintenance, and sustainable performance. Featuring EP’s modular Li-ion battery technology, it provides flexible capacity options and reliable operation for light to medium-duty applications while maintaining excellent maneuverability and all-terrain capability.
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Full Specifications
| Identification | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | EP Equipment |
| Drive Type | Electric |
| Operator Type | Seated |
| Load Capacity | 2,500kg |
| Load Center Distance | 500mm |
| Weight | |
| Service Weight (incl. battery) | 3,835kg |
| Dimensions | |
| Overall Width | 1,154mm |
| Truck Body Length | 2,520mm |
| Turning Radius | 2,270mm |
| Min. Aisle Width | 4,165mm |
| Ground Clearance (Mast) | 100mm |
| Ground Clearance (Wheelbase) | 150mm |
| Default Fork Dimension | 40(T) * 122(W) * 1,070(L)mm |
| Performance | |
| Travel Speed (Laden) | 16km/h |
| Travel Speed (Unladen) | 17km/h |
| Lifting Speed | 0.38 / 0.45m/s |
| Max Gradeability (Laden) | 17% |
| Max Gradeability (Unladen) | 25% |
| Electrical System | |
| Battery Voltage | 80V |
| Battery Capacity | 280Ah |
The EFX5-251 Advantage
Modular Battery System
The EFX5-251 adopts EP’s modular Li-ion battery design, allowing users to configure one or two 280Ah battery modules to meet varying endurance requirements. This modular flexibility simplifies maintenance, enhances uptime, and supports opportunity charging for non-stop operation.
Efficient and Reliable Performance
With travel speeds up to 17 km/h, strong lift power, and high gradeability up to 25%, the EFX5-251 ensures efficient material handling across indoor warehouses and outdoor loading areas, offering IC-level productivity with electric advantages.
Operator Comfort and Safety
Designed with the operator in mind, the EFX5-251 includes an ergonomic suspension seat, wide brake pedal, LED lighting, and a large multifunction display. These features enhance comfort, visibility, and control for long working hours.
About EFX5-251
The EFX5 Series is EP’s new-generation electric counterbalance range designed for 2.5–3.8 ton capacities. The EFX5-251 delivers exceptional agility and efficiency for smaller load applications. Its compact chassis, modular Li-ion battery system, and durable pneumatic tyres make it ideal for versatile indoor and outdoor use.
Performance and Efficiency
Powered by an 80V/280Ah Li-ion battery, the EFX5-251 achieves fast acceleration, smooth control, and excellent maneuverability. Its 150 mm ground clearance and robust mast design enable confident handling on uneven ground, while zero maintenance and opportunity charging reduce downtime.
Application
Ideal for warehouses, distribution centers, agricultural facilities, and light manufacturing sites, the EFX5-251 offers clean, efficient, and cost-effective performance for operators seeking to transition from IC to electric forklifts without compromising capability.
Smart Financing Solutions to Fuel Your Growth
Rent-to-Own Solutions
Turn Operational Expenses into Assets
Preserve your working capital by turning standard rental payments into a pathway to full ownership. This flexible structure allows your business to utilize top-tier equipment immediately while steadily building equity over time, without the pressure of a large upfront investment.
Chattel Mortgage
Immediate Ownership & Tailored Repayments
Take immediate control of your equipment from day one. Designed for businesses seeking to maximize their tax benefits, this traditional equipment loan lets you customize repayment schedules to align perfectly with your company's cash flow cycles while boosting site productivity.
Fully-Maintained Operating Lease
Predictable Costs, Zero Maintenance Stress
Keep your fleet modern and your budget predictable. This all-inclusive leasing option wraps the equipment, routine servicing, and unexpected repairs into one fixed monthly payment. We handle the maintenance, so your team can focus 100% on core operations and maximizing uptime.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EP Equipment utilizes Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) cell technology, which is engineered to deliver upwards of 4,000 charge cycles. Paired with our proprietary Battery Management System (BMS) that actively prevents overcharging and deep discharging, the battery typically lasts the entire operational lifecycle of the forklift without power degradation.
Lead-acid batteries require a strict 8-hour charge followed by an 8-hour cooling period and suffer from 'memory effect'. In contrast, EP's lithium-ion batteries support opportunity charging—allowing operators to plug in the equipment during 15-minute coffee breaks or shift changes. This eliminates the need for spare batteries and dedicated charging rooms, enabling seamless 24/7 operation.
Lithium-ion battery removes the daily and weekly maintenance burdens associated with traditional power sources. There is zero battery watering, no acid equalization, no engine oil changes, and no filter replacements. Maintenance is strictly reduced to routine mechanical inspections (such as brakes, tires, and mast lubrication).
Absolutely. EP strictly utilizes LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) chemistry, which is fundamentally more thermally stable than NMC chemistries used in consumer electronics. Our battery packs emit zero harmful gases during operation or charging, making them perfectly safe for enclosed, unventilated indoor spaces.
Many EP models are equipped with advanced Telematics. This system provides fleet managers with real-time data on truck location, operational hours, battery health diagnostics, and impact reports. It also supports RFID card access, ensuring only authorized personnel can operate the equipment.
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