Hyster H2.5A LPG vs Toyota 50-8FGU30

Key differences

  • Maximum Lift Height. The Hyster H2.5A LPG offers 555 mm more maximum lift height than the Toyota 50-8FGU30.
  • Engine / Motor Power. The Hyster H2.5A LPG offers 4.0 kW more engine / motor power than the Toyota 50-8FGU30.
  • Overall Width. The Hyster H2.5A LPG offers 80 mm less overall width than the Toyota 50-8FGU30.
  • Free Lift. The Toyota 50-8FGU30 offers 85 mm more free lift than the Hyster H2.5A LPG.
  • Operating Weight. These differ: Hyster H2.5A LPG 3,990 kg, Toyota 50-8FGU30 4,210 kg.
  • Gradeability (laden). The Hyster H2.5A LPG offers 6.0% more gradeability (laden) than the Toyota 50-8FGU30.

Hyster H2.5A LPG: 2,500 kg (at 500 mm load centre) ยท Toyota 50-8FGU30: 2,700 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 3,345 mm for Toyota 50-8FGU30. That is an absolute difference of 555 mm (16.6% against the latter figure).

The travel speed (laden) figures separate Hyster H2.5A LPG and Toyota 50-8FGU30. Hyster H2.5A LPG leads with the higher figure with 18.4 km/h; Toyota 50-8FGU30 records 18.0 km/h, a gap of 0.4 km/h or 2.2% of that second value.

On lift speed (laden), Hyster H2.5A LPG leads with the higher figure at 600 mm/s versus 510 mm/s for Toyota 50-8FGU30. The measured gap is 90 mm/s, or 17.6% relative to the latter published value.

Toyota 50-8FGU30 has the higher published figure on operating weight: its published 4,210 kg compares with 3,990 kg for Hyster H2.5A LPG. That is an absolute difference of 220 kg (5.5% against the latter figure).

The outside turning radius figures separate Hyster H2.5A LPG and Toyota 50-8FGU30. Hyster H2.5A LPG leads with the lower figure with 2,263 mm; Toyota 50-8FGU30 records 2,350 mm, a gap of 87 mm or 3.7% 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 50-8FGU30
Capacity & Load
Rated Lift Capacity 2,500 kg (5,512 lb) (at 500 mm load centre) 2,700 kg (5,952 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) 3,345 mm (11.0 ft)
Free Lift 50 mm (2.0 in) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Mast & Forks
Mast Type 2-stage limited free lift Wide-view 2-stage (V)
Mast Height Lowered 2,570 mm (8.4 ft) 2,165 mm (7.1 ft)
Mast Height Extended 4,500 mm (14.8 ft) 4,565 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) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Fork Carriage Class II A Not specified
Engine & Powertrain
Fuel Type LPG LPG
Power Source Internal Combustion Internal Combustion
Engine Manufacturer Yanmar Toyota
Engine Model 4TN88G (2.2 L) 4Y-US (2.2 L)
Engine / Motor Power 42.0 kW (56.3 hp) 38.0 kW (51.0 hp)
Engine Displacement 2,190 cc 2,237 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) 2,780 mm (9.1 ft)
Overall Width 1,160 mm (45.7 in) 1,240 mm (48.8 in)
Height to Overhead Guard 2,160 mm (7.1 ft) 2,170 mm (7.1 ft)
Wheelbase 1,650 mm (65.0 in) 1,700 mm (66.9 in)
Ground Clearance 160 mm (6.3 in) 185 mm (7.3 in)
Outside Turning Radius 2,263 mm (7.4 ft) 2,350 mm (7.7 ft)
Right-Angle Stacking Aisle (incl. load) 3,933 mm (12.9 ft) Not specified
Right-Angle Stacking Aisle (excl. load) Not specified 2,835 mm (9.3 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) 485 mm (19.1 in)
Internal Turning Radius (b13) 640 mm (25.2 in) Not specified
Weights
Operating Weight 3,990 kg (8,796 lb) 4,210 kg (9,281 lb)
Front Axle Load (laden) 5,698 kg (12,562 lb) 6,300 kg (13,889 lb)
Rear Axle Load (laden) 792 kg (1,746 lb) 910 kg (2,006 lb)
Performance
Travel Speed (laden) 18.4 km/h (11.4 mph) 18.0 km/h (11.2 mph)
Travel Speed (unladen) 18.7 km/h (11.6 mph) 18.5 km/h (11.5 mph)
Lift Speed (laden) 600 mm/s (118.1 ft/min) 510 mm/s (100.4 ft/min)
Lift Speed (unladen) 650 mm/s (128.0 ft/min) 550 mm/s (108.3 ft/min)
Lowering Speed (laden) 580 mm/s (114.2 ft/min) 500 mm/s (98.4 ft/min)
Gradeability (laden) 28.0% 22.0%
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 28 x 9-15-12PR
Rear Tyre Size 6.00 x 9 6.50-10-10PR
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 50-8FGU30 (Core IC Pneumatic 8FGU).

Hyster H2.5A LPG: 2,500 kg (at 500 mm load centre); Toyota 50-8FGU30: 2,700 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 50-8FGU30 tops out at 3,345 mm, a difference of 555 mm.

Running cost

Frequently asked questions

How do the published lift capacity ratings of the Hyster H2.5A LPG and Toyota 50-8FGU30 compare?

Hyster H2.5A LPG: 2,500 kg (at 500 mm load centre). Toyota 50-8FGU30: 2,700 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 50-8FGU30 compare?

Hyster H2.5A LPG: 3,900 mm. Toyota 50-8FGU30: 3,345 mm.

How do the turning radii of the Hyster H2.5A LPG and Toyota 50-8FGU30 compare?

Hyster H2.5A LPG: 2,263 mm. Toyota 50-8FGU30: 2,350 mm.

How do the operating weights of the Hyster H2.5A LPG and Toyota 50-8FGU30 compare?

Hyster H2.5A LPG: 3,990 kg. Toyota 50-8FGU30: 4,210 kg.

What is the main difference between the Hyster H2.5A LPG and Toyota 50-8FGU30?

The Hyster H2.5A LPG offers 555 mm more maximum lift height than the Toyota 50-8FGU30. The Hyster H2.5A LPG offers 4.0 kW more engine / motor power than the Toyota 50-8FGU30. The Hyster H2.5A LPG offers 80 mm less overall width than the Toyota 50-8FGU30.

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