Hyster H2.5A6 vs Yale GLP20VX

Key differences

  • Maximum Lift Height. The Hyster H2.5A6 offers 650 mm more maximum lift height than the Yale GLP20VX.
  • Outside Turning Radius. The Yale GLP20VX offers 184 mm less outside turning radius than the Hyster H2.5A6.
  • Free Lift. The Yale GLP20VX offers 90 mm more free lift than the Hyster H2.5A6.
  • Operating Weight. These differ: Hyster H2.5A6 4,292 kg, Yale GLP20VX 3,563 kg.
  • Gradeability (laden). The Hyster H2.5A6 offers 11.0% more gradeability (laden) than the Yale GLP20VX.
  • Fuel Tank Capacity. The Yale GLP20VX offers 12.9 L more fuel tank capacity than the Hyster H2.5A6.

Hyster H2.5A6: 2,500 kg (at 600 mm load centre) ยท Yale GLP20VX: 2,000 kg (at 500 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 H2.5A6 leads with the higher figure on maximum lift height: its published 3,900 mm compares with 3,250 mm for Yale GLP20VX. That is an absolute difference of 650 mm (20.0% against the latter figure).

The travel speed (laden) figures separate Hyster H2.5A6 and Yale GLP20VX. Hyster H2.5A6 leads with the higher figure with 18.5 km/h; Yale GLP20VX records 17.3 km/h, a gap of 1.2 km/h or 6.9% of that second value.

On lift speed (laden), Yale GLP20VX leads with the higher figure at 610 mm/s versus 600 mm/s for Hyster H2.5A6. The measured gap is 10 mm/s, or 1.7% relative to the latter published value.

Hyster H2.5A6 has the higher published figure on operating weight: its published 4,292 kg compares with 3,563 kg for Yale GLP20VX. That is an absolute difference of 729 kg (20.5% against the latter figure).

The outside turning radius figures separate Yale GLP20VX and Hyster H2.5A6. Yale GLP20VX leads with the lower figure with 2,149 mm; Hyster H2.5A6 records 2,333 mm, a gap of 184 mm or 7.9% of that second value.

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

Specification Hyster H2.5A6 Yale GLP20VX
Capacity & Load
Rated Lift Capacity 2,500 kg (5,512 lb) (at 600 mm load centre) 2,000 kg (4,409 lb) (at 500 mm load centre)
Load Centre 600 mm (23.6 in) 500 mm (19.7 in)
Maximum Lift Height 3,900 mm (12.8 ft) 3,250 mm (10.7 ft)
Free Lift 50 mm (2.0 in) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Mast & Forks
Mast Type 2-stage limited free lift 2-stage limited free lift
Mast Height Lowered 2,592 mm (8.5 ft) 2,170 mm (7.1 ft)
Mast Height Extended 4,500 mm (14.8 ft) 3,904 mm (12.8 ft)
Mast Tilt Forward 6deg 6deg
Mast Tilt Backward 6deg 5deg
Fork Length 1,000 mm (39.4 in) 1,000 mm (39.4 in)
Fork Width 120 mm (4.7 in) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Fork Thickness 50 mm (2.0 in) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Fork Carriage Class II A II A
Engine & Powertrain
Fuel Type Diesel LPG
Power Source Internal Combustion Internal Combustion
Engine Manufacturer Yanmar PSI
Engine Model 4TNV86CHT (2.1 L) 2.4 L LPG
Engine / Motor Power 44.0 kW (59.0 hp) 44.0 kW (59.0 hp)
Engine Displacement 2,091 cc 2,351 cc
Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Electronic Powershift, 1-speed Electronic Powershift
Battery & Fuel
Fuel Tank Capacity 39.9 L (10.5 gal) 52.8 L (13.9 gal)
Dimensions
Overall Length (with forks) 3,714 mm (12.2 ft) 3,486 mm (11.4 ft)
Length to Fork Face 2,676 mm (8.8 ft) 2,486 mm (8.2 ft)
Overall Width 1,186 mm (46.7 in) 1,157 mm (45.6 in)
Height to Overhead Guard 2,182 mm (7.2 ft) 2,160 mm (7.1 ft)
Wheelbase 1,700 mm (66.9 in) 1,623 mm (63.9 in)
Ground Clearance 182 mm (7.2 in) 160 mm (6.3 in)
Outside Turning Radius 2,333 mm (7.7 ft) 2,149 mm (7.1 ft)
Right-Angle Stacking Aisle (incl. load) 4,027 mm (13.2 ft) 3,820 mm (12.5 ft)
Working Aisle (VDI 4.34), 1000x1200 Crossways 4,027 mm (13.2 ft) 3,820 mm (12.5 ft)
Working Aisle (VDI 4.34), 800x1200 Lengthwise 4,227 mm (13.9 ft) 4,020 mm (13.2 ft)
Load Distance (x) 495 mm (19.5 in) 471 mm (18.5 in)
Internal Turning Radius (b13) 660 mm (26.0 in) 629 mm (24.8 in)
Weights
Operating Weight 4,292 kg (9,462 lb) 3,563 kg (7,855 lb)
Front Axle Load (laden) 5,900 kg (13,007 lb) 5,048 kg (11,129 lb)
Rear Axle Load (laden) 921 kg (2,030 lb) 516 kg (1,138 lb)
Performance
Travel Speed (laden) 18.5 km/h (11.5 mph) 17.3 km/h (10.7 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) 610 mm/s (120.1 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) 580 mm/s (114.2 ft/min)
Gradeability (laden) 30.0% 19.0%
Drawbar Pull (laden) 19,314 N (4,342 lbf) 18,720 N (4,208 lbf)
Tyres, Brakes & Chassis
Tyre Type Solid Pneumatic Solid Pneumatic
Front Tyre Size 28 x 9-15 7.00 x 12-12
Rear Tyre Size 6.5 x 10 6.00 x 9
Wheels (front / rear) 2x / 2 2x / 2
Service Brake Hydraulic, drum Hydraulic, drum
Operator Position Seated Seated
General
Noise Level at Operator Ear 79 dB(A) 77 dB(A)
Warranty 24 months / 4,000 hours (manufacturer standard) Not specified

What the numbers say

This is a cross-brand comparison: Hyster H2.5A6 (A Series), Yale GLP20VX (Veracitor VX).

Hyster H2.5A6: 2,500 kg (at 600 mm load centre); Yale GLP20VX: 2,000 kg (at 500 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 H2.5A6 reaches 3,900 mm while the Yale GLP20VX tops out at 3,250 mm, a difference of 650 mm.

Running cost

Frequently asked questions

How do the published lift capacity ratings of the Hyster H2.5A6 and Yale GLP20VX compare?

Hyster H2.5A6: 2,500 kg (at 600 mm load centre). Yale GLP20VX: 2,000 kg (at 500 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 H2.5A6 and Yale GLP20VX compare?

Hyster H2.5A6: 3,900 mm. Yale GLP20VX: 3,250 mm.

How do the turning radii of the Hyster H2.5A6 and Yale GLP20VX compare?

Hyster H2.5A6: 2,333 mm. Yale GLP20VX: 2,149 mm.

How do the operating weights of the Hyster H2.5A6 and Yale GLP20VX compare?

Hyster H2.5A6: 4,292 kg. Yale GLP20VX: 3,563 kg.

What is the main difference between the Hyster H2.5A6 and Yale GLP20VX?

The Hyster H2.5A6 offers 650 mm more maximum lift height than the Yale GLP20VX. The Yale GLP20VX offers 184 mm less outside turning radius than the Hyster H2.5A6. The Yale GLP20VX offers 90 mm more free lift than the Hyster H2.5A6.

Do the Hyster H2.5A6 and Yale GLP20VX use the same fuel type?

No. Hyster H2.5A6: Diesel. Yale GLP20VX: LPG.

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