Hyster H4.0FT5 vs Yale GLP30VX

Key differences

  • Rated Lift Capacity. The Hyster H4.0FT5 offers 1,000 kg more rated lift capacity than the Yale GLP30VX. Hyster H4.0FT5: 4,000 kg (at 500 mm load centre) · Yale GLP30VX: 3,000 kg (at 500 mm load centre). These are published ratings at the same load centre. Check the manufacturer's load chart for the exact mast, lift height and attachment configuration before selecting a truck.
  • Engine / Motor Power. The Hyster H4.0FT5 offers 13.0 kW more engine / motor power than the Yale GLP30VX.
  • Overall Width. The Yale GLP30VX offers 216 mm less overall width than the Hyster H4.0FT5.
  • Outside Turning Radius. The Yale GLP30VX offers 293 mm less outside turning radius than the Hyster H4.0FT5.
  • Operating Weight. These differ: Hyster H4.0FT5 6,264 kg, Yale GLP30VX 4,612 kg.
  • Gradeability (laden). The Hyster H4.0FT5 offers 10.4% more gradeability (laden) than the Yale GLP30VX.

On rated lift capacity, Hyster H4.0FT5 leads with the higher figure at 4,000 kg versus 3,000 kg for Yale GLP30VX. The measured gap is 1,000 kg, or 33.3% relative to the latter published value. Hyster H4.0FT5: 4,000 kg (at 500 mm load centre) · Yale GLP30VX: 3,000 kg (at 500 mm load centre). These are published ratings at the same load centre. Check the manufacturer's load chart for the exact mast, lift height and attachment configuration before selecting a truck.

Yale GLP30VX leads with the higher figure on maximum lift height: its published 3,055 mm compares with 3,000 mm for Hyster H4.0FT5. That is an absolute difference of 55 mm (1.8% against the latter figure).

The travel speed (laden) figures separate Yale GLP30VX and Hyster H4.0FT5. Yale GLP30VX leads with the higher figure with 19.1 km/h; Hyster H4.0FT5 records 17.9 km/h, a gap of 1.2 km/h or 6.7% of that second value.

On operating weight, Hyster H4.0FT5 has the higher published figure at 6,264 kg versus 4,612 kg for Yale GLP30VX. The measured gap is 1,652 kg, or 35.8% relative to the latter published value.

Yale GLP30VX leads with the lower figure on outside turning radius: its published 2,277 mm compares with 2,570 mm for Hyster H4.0FT5. That is an absolute difference of 293 mm (11.4% against the latter figure).

The engine / motor power figures separate Hyster H4.0FT5 and Yale GLP30VX. Hyster H4.0FT5 leads with the higher figure with 57.0 kW; Yale GLP30VX records 44.0 kW, a gap of 13.0 kW or 29.5% of that second value.

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

Specification Hyster H4.0FT5 Yale GLP30VX
Capacity & Load
Rated Lift Capacity 4,000 kg (8,818 lb) (at 500 mm load centre) 3,000 kg (6,614 lb) (at 500 mm load centre)
Load Centre 500 mm (19.7 in) 500 mm (19.7 in)
Maximum Lift Height 3,000 mm (9.8 ft) 3,055 mm (10.0 ft)
Free Lift 100 mm (3.9 in) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Mast & Forks
Mast Type 2-stage limited free lift 2-stage limited free lift
Mast Height Lowered 2,171 mm (7.1 ft) 2,195 mm (7.2 ft)
Mast Height Extended 3,815 mm (12.5 ft) 3,809 mm (12.5 ft)
Mast Tilt Forward 6deg 6deg
Mast Tilt Backward 10deg 5deg
Fork Length 1,000 mm (39.4 in) 1,000 mm (39.4 in)
Fork Width 120 mm (4.7 in) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Fork Thickness 50 mm (2.0 in) 50 mm (2.0 in)
Fork Carriage Class III A III A
Engine & Powertrain
Fuel Type Diesel LPG
Power Source Internal Combustion Internal Combustion
Engine Manufacturer Kubota PSI
Engine Model V3600 IDI-T (3.6 L) 2.4 L LPG
Engine / Motor Power 57.0 kW (76.4 hp) 44.0 kW (59.0 hp)
Engine Displacement 3,620 cc 2,351 cc
Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Electronic Powershift, 1-speed Electronic Powershift
Battery & Fuel
Fuel Tank Capacity 79.0 L (20.9 gal) 52.8 L (13.9 gal)
Dimensions
Overall Length (with forks) 3,946 mm (12.9 ft) 3,633 mm (11.9 ft)
Length to Fork Face 2,946 mm (9.7 ft) 2,633 mm (8.6 ft)
Overall Width 1,402 mm (55.2 in) 1,186 mm (46.7 in)
Height to Overhead Guard 2,258 mm (7.4 ft) 2,185 mm (7.2 ft)
Wheelbase 1,830 mm (72.0 in) 1,623 mm (63.9 in)
Ground Clearance 194 mm (7.6 in) 185 mm (7.3 in)
Outside Turning Radius 2,570 mm (8.4 ft) 2,277 mm (7.5 ft)
Right-Angle Stacking Aisle (incl. load) 4,493 mm (14.7 ft) 3,955 mm (13.0 ft)
Working Aisle (VDI 4.34), 1000x1200 Crossways 4,493 mm (14.7 ft) 3,955 mm (13.0 ft)
Working Aisle (VDI 4.34), 800x1200 Lengthwise Not specified 4,155 mm (13.6 ft)
Load Distance (x) 523 mm (20.6 in) 483 mm (19.0 in)
Internal Turning Radius (b13) 751 mm (29.6 in) 618 mm (24.3 in)
Weights
Operating Weight 6,264 kg (13,810 lb) 4,612 kg (10,168 lb)
Front Axle Load (laden) 8,969 kg (19,773 lb) 6,640 kg (14,639 lb)
Rear Axle Load (laden) 1,295 kg (2,855 lb) 972 kg (2,143 lb)
Performance
Travel Speed (laden) 17.9 km/h (11.1 mph) 19.1 km/h (11.9 mph)
Travel Speed (unladen) 18.8 km/h (11.7 mph) 20.3 km/h (12.6 mph)
Lift Speed (laden) 530 mm/s (104.3 ft/min) 530 mm/s (104.3 ft/min)
Lift Speed (unladen) 600 mm/s (118.1 ft/min) 550 mm/s (108.3 ft/min)
Lowering Speed (laden) 550 mm/s (108.3 ft/min) 530 mm/s (104.3 ft/min)
Gradeability (laden) 27.3% 16.9%
Drawbar Pull (laden) 25,973 N (5,839 lbf) 17,054 N (3,834 lbf)
Tyres, Brakes & Chassis
Tyre Type Solid Pneumatic Solid Pneumatic
Front Tyre Size 250 x 15 28 x 9-15
Rear Tyre Size 7.00 x 12 6.50 x 10
Wheels (front / rear) 2x / 2 2x / 2
Service Brake Hydraulic, oil-immersed Hydraulic, drum
Operator Position Seated Seated
General
Noise Level at Operator Ear 81 dB(A) 77 dB(A)

What the numbers say

This is a cross-brand comparison: Hyster H4.0FT5 (Fortens FT), Yale GLP30VX (Veracitor VX).

Hyster H4.0FT5: 4,000 kg (at 500 mm load centre); Yale GLP30VX: 3,000 kg (at 500 mm load centre). These are published ratings at the same load centre. Check the manufacturer's load chart for the exact mast, lift height and attachment configuration before selecting a truck.

The Hyster H4.0FT5 has the highest published rating at 4,000 kg, 33% more than the Yale GLP30VX at 3,000 kg.

For racking, the Yale GLP30VX reaches 3,055 mm while the Hyster H4.0FT5 tops out at 3,000 mm, a difference of 55 mm.

Per tonne of rated capacity the Yale GLP30VX weighs 1,537 kg and the Hyster H4.0FT5 weighs 1,566 kg.

Running cost

Frequently asked questions

How do the published lift capacity ratings of the Hyster H4.0FT5 and Yale GLP30VX compare?

Hyster H4.0FT5: 4,000 kg (at 500 mm load centre). Yale GLP30VX: 3,000 kg (at 500 mm load centre). These are published ratings at the same load centre. 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 H4.0FT5 and Yale GLP30VX compare?

Hyster H4.0FT5: 3,000 mm. Yale GLP30VX: 3,055 mm.

How do the turning radii of the Hyster H4.0FT5 and Yale GLP30VX compare?

Hyster H4.0FT5: 2,570 mm. Yale GLP30VX: 2,277 mm.

How do the operating weights of the Hyster H4.0FT5 and Yale GLP30VX compare?

Hyster H4.0FT5: 6,264 kg. Yale GLP30VX: 4,612 kg.

What is the main difference between the Hyster H4.0FT5 and Yale GLP30VX?

The Hyster H4.0FT5 offers 1,000 kg more rated lift capacity than the Yale GLP30VX. Hyster H4.0FT5: 4,000 kg (at 500 mm load centre) · Yale GLP30VX: 3,000 kg (at 500 mm load centre). These are published ratings at the same load centre. Check the manufacturer's load chart for the exact mast, lift height and attachment configuration before selecting a truck. The Hyster H4.0FT5 offers 13.0 kW more engine / motor power than the Yale GLP30VX. The Yale GLP30VX offers 216 mm less overall width than the Hyster H4.0FT5.

Do the Hyster H4.0FT5 and Yale GLP30VX use the same fuel type?

No. Hyster H4.0FT5: Diesel. Yale GLP30VX: LPG.

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