Hyster H2.5A LPG vs Toyota 40-8FGU25

Key differences

  • Maximum Lift Height. The Hyster H2.5A LPG offers 560 mm more maximum lift height than the Toyota 40-8FGU25.
  • Free Lift. The Toyota 40-8FGU25 offers 105 mm more free lift than the Hyster H2.5A LPG.
  • Operating Weight. These differ: Hyster H2.5A LPG 3,990 kg, Toyota 40-8FGU25 3,640 kg.
  • Rated Lift Capacity. Hyster H2.5A LPG: 2,500 kg (at 500 mm load centre) · Toyota 40-8FGU25: 2,250 kg (at 600 mm load centre). Load centres differ or are not specified; these capacity ratings are not directly comparable and do not establish a capacity winner. Check the manufacturer's load chart for the exact mast, lift height and attachment configuration before selecting a truck.
  • Mast Height Lowered. The Toyota 40-8FGU25 offers 425 mm less mast height lowered than the Hyster H2.5A LPG.
  • Ground Clearance. The Hyster H2.5A LPG offers 20 mm more ground clearance than the Toyota 40-8FGU25.

Hyster H2.5A LPG: 2,500 kg (at 500 mm load centre) · Toyota 40-8FGU25: 2,250 kg (at 600 mm load centre). Load centres differ or are not specified; these capacity ratings are not directly comparable and do not establish a capacity winner. Check the manufacturer's load chart for the exact mast, lift height and attachment configuration before selecting a truck.

Hyster H2.5A LPG leads with the higher figure on maximum lift height: its published 3,900 mm compares with 3,340 mm for Toyota 40-8FGU25. That is an absolute difference of 560 mm (16.8% against the latter figure).

The travel speed (laden) figures separate Hyster H2.5A LPG and Toyota 40-8FGU25. Hyster H2.5A LPG leads with the higher figure with 18.4 km/h; Toyota 40-8FGU25 records 17.5 km/h, a gap of 0.9 km/h or 5.1% of that second value.

On operating weight, Hyster H2.5A LPG has the higher published figure at 3,990 kg versus 3,640 kg for Toyota 40-8FGU25. The measured gap is 350 kg, or 9.6% relative to the latter published value.

Toyota 40-8FGU25 leads with the lower figure on outside turning radius: its published 2,220 mm compares with 2,263 mm for Hyster H2.5A LPG. That is an absolute difference of 43 mm (1.9% against the latter figure).

The engine / motor power figures separate Toyota 40-8FGU25 and Hyster H2.5A LPG. Toyota 40-8FGU25 leads with the higher figure with 44.0 kW; Hyster H2.5A LPG records 42.0 kW, a gap of 2.0 kW or 4.8% of that second value.

Highlighted values lead on that specification. An arrow indicates whether a higher or lower figure is preferred.

Specification Hyster H2.5A LPG Toyota 40-8FGU25
Capacity & Load
Rated Lift Capacity 2,500 kg (5,512 lb) (at 500 mm load centre) 2,250 kg (4,960 lb) (at 600 mm load centre)
Load Centre 500 mm (19.7 in) 600 mm (23.6 in)
Maximum Lift Height 3,900 mm (12.8 ft) 3,340 mm (11.0 ft)
Free Lift 50 mm (2.0 in) 155 mm (6.1 in)
Mast & Forks
Mast Type 2-stage limited free lift Wide-view 2-stage (V)
Mast Height Lowered 2,570 mm (8.4 ft) 2,145 mm (7.0 ft)
Mast Height Extended 4,500 mm (14.8 ft) 4,560 mm (15.0 ft)
Mast Tilt Forward 6deg 6deg
Mast Tilt Backward 6deg 11deg
Fork Length 1,000 mm (39.4 in) 1,070 mm (42.1 in)
Fork Width 100 mm (3.9 in) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Fork Thickness 40 mm (1.6 in) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Fork Carriage Class II A Not specified
Engine & Powertrain
Fuel Type LPG Dual Fuel LPG/Petrol
Power Source Internal Combustion Internal Combustion
Engine Manufacturer Yanmar Kubota
Engine Model 4TN88G (2.2 L) WG2503 (2.5 L)
Engine / Motor Power 42.0 kW (56.3 hp) 44.0 kW (59.0 hp)
Engine Displacement 2,190 cc 2,491 cc
Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Electronic Powershift, 1-speed Powershift, 1 forward / 1 reverse
Battery & Fuel
Fuel Tank Capacity Not specified 60.0 L (15.9 gal)
Dimensions
Overall Length (with forks) 3,610 mm (11.8 ft) Not specified
Length to Fork Face 2,579 mm (8.5 ft) 2,640 mm (8.7 ft)
Overall Width 1,160 mm (45.7 in) 1,150 mm (45.3 in)
Height to Overhead Guard 2,160 mm (7.1 ft) 2,110 mm (6.9 ft)
Wheelbase 1,650 mm (65.0 in) 1,650 mm (65.0 in)
Ground Clearance 160 mm (6.3 in) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Outside Turning Radius 2,263 mm (7.4 ft) 2,220 mm (7.3 ft)
Right-Angle Stacking Aisle (incl. load) 3,933 mm (12.9 ft) Not specified
Right-Angle Stacking Aisle (excl. load) Not specified 2,690 mm (8.8 ft)
Working Aisle (VDI 4.34), 1000x1200 Crossways 3,933 mm (12.9 ft) Not specified
Working Aisle (VDI 4.34), 800x1200 Lengthwise 4,133 mm (13.6 ft) Not specified
Load Distance (x) 470 mm (18.5 in) 470 mm (18.5 in)
Internal Turning Radius (b13) 640 mm (25.2 in) Not specified
Weights
Operating Weight 3,990 kg (8,796 lb) 3,640 kg (8,025 lb)
Front Axle Load (laden) 5,698 kg (12,562 lb) 5,360 kg (11,817 lb)
Rear Axle Load (laden) 792 kg (1,746 lb) 770 kg (1,698 lb)
Performance
Travel Speed (laden) 18.4 km/h (11.4 mph) 17.5 km/h (10.9 mph)
Travel Speed (unladen) 18.7 km/h (11.6 mph) 18.0 km/h (11.2 mph)
Lift Speed (laden) 600 mm/s (118.1 ft/min) 600 mm/s (118.1 ft/min)
Lift Speed (unladen) 650 mm/s (128.0 ft/min) 630 mm/s (124.0 ft/min)
Lowering Speed (laden) 580 mm/s (114.2 ft/min) 500 mm/s (98.4 ft/min)
Gradeability (laden) 28.0% 26.0%
Drawbar Pull (laden) 17,145 N (3,854 lbf) Not specified
Tyres, Brakes & Chassis
Tyre Type Solid Pneumatic Pneumatic
Front Tyre Size 7.00 x 12 7.00-12-12PR
Rear Tyre Size 6.00 x 9 6.00-9-10PR
Wheels (front / rear) 2x / 2 2x / 2
Service Brake Hydraulic, drum Hydraulic
Operator Position Seated Seated
General
Noise Level at Operator Ear 77 dB(A) Not specified
Warranty 24 months / 4,000 hours (manufacturer standard) Not specified

What the numbers say

This is a cross-brand comparison: Hyster H2.5A LPG (A Series), Toyota 40-8FGU25 (Core IC Pneumatic 8FGU).

Hyster H2.5A LPG: 2,500 kg (at 500 mm load centre); Toyota 40-8FGU25: 2,250 kg (at 600 mm load centre). Load centres differ or are not specified; these capacity ratings are not directly comparable and do not establish a capacity winner. Check the manufacturer's load chart for the exact mast, lift height and attachment configuration before selecting a truck.

For racking, the Hyster H2.5A LPG reaches 3,900 mm while the Toyota 40-8FGU25 tops out at 3,340 mm, a difference of 560 mm.

Running cost

Frequently asked questions

How do the published lift capacity ratings of the Hyster H2.5A LPG and Toyota 40-8FGU25 compare?

Hyster H2.5A LPG: 2,500 kg (at 500 mm load centre). Toyota 40-8FGU25: 2,250 kg (at 600 mm load centre). Load centres differ or are not specified; these capacity ratings are not directly comparable and do not establish a capacity winner. Check the manufacturer's load chart for the exact mast, lift height and attachment configuration before selecting a truck.

How do the lift heights of the Hyster H2.5A LPG and Toyota 40-8FGU25 compare?

Hyster H2.5A LPG: 3,900 mm. Toyota 40-8FGU25: 3,340 mm.

How do the turning radii of the Hyster H2.5A LPG and Toyota 40-8FGU25 compare?

Hyster H2.5A LPG: 2,263 mm. Toyota 40-8FGU25: 2,220 mm.

How do the operating weights of the Hyster H2.5A LPG and Toyota 40-8FGU25 compare?

Hyster H2.5A LPG: 3,990 kg. Toyota 40-8FGU25: 3,640 kg.

What is the main difference between the Hyster H2.5A LPG and Toyota 40-8FGU25?

The Hyster H2.5A LPG offers 560 mm more maximum lift height than the Toyota 40-8FGU25. The Toyota 40-8FGU25 offers 105 mm more free lift than the Hyster H2.5A LPG. These differ: Hyster H2.5A LPG 3,990 kg, Toyota 40-8FGU25 3,640 kg.

Do the Hyster H2.5A LPG and Toyota 40-8FGU25 use the same fuel type?

No. Hyster H2.5A LPG: LPG. Toyota 40-8FGU25: Dual Fuel LPG/Petrol.

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