Toyota 50-8FGU32 vs Yale GLP30VX

Key differences

  • Engine / Motor Power. The Yale GLP30VX offers 6.0 kW more engine / motor power than the Toyota 50-8FGU32.
  • Maximum Lift Height. The Toyota 50-8FGU32 offers 290 mm more maximum lift height than the Yale GLP30VX.
  • Operating Weight. These differ: Toyota 50-8FGU32 4,320 kg, Yale GLP30VX 4,612 kg.
  • Gradeability (laden). The Toyota 50-8FGU32 offers 4.1% more gradeability (laden) than the Yale GLP30VX.
  • Fuel Tank Capacity. The Toyota 50-8FGU32 offers 7.2 L more fuel tank capacity than the Yale GLP30VX.
  • Travel Speed (unladen). The Yale GLP30VX offers 1.8 km/h more travel speed (unladen) than the Toyota 50-8FGU32.

On maximum lift height, Toyota 50-8FGU32 leads with the higher figure at 3,345 mm versus 3,055 mm for Yale GLP30VX. The measured gap is 290 mm, or 9.5% relative to the latter published value.

Yale GLP30VX leads with the higher figure on travel speed (laden): its published 19.1 km/h compares with 18.0 km/h for Toyota 50-8FGU32. That is an absolute difference of 1.1 km/h (6.1% against the latter figure).

The lift speed (laden) figures separate Yale GLP30VX and Toyota 50-8FGU32. Yale GLP30VX leads with the higher figure with 530 mm/s; Toyota 50-8FGU32 records 510 mm/s, a gap of 20 mm/s or 3.9% of that second value.

On operating weight, Yale GLP30VX has the higher published figure at 4,612 kg versus 4,320 kg for Toyota 50-8FGU32. The measured gap is 292 kg, or 6.8% relative to the latter published value.

Yale GLP30VX leads with the lower figure on outside turning radius: its published 2,277 mm compares with 2,370 mm for Toyota 50-8FGU32. That is an absolute difference of 93 mm (3.9% against the latter figure).

The engine / motor power figures separate Yale GLP30VX and Toyota 50-8FGU32. Yale GLP30VX leads with the higher figure with 44.0 kW; Toyota 50-8FGU32 records 38.0 kW, a gap of 6.0 kW or 15.8% of that second value.

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

Specification Toyota 50-8FGU32 Yale GLP30VX
Capacity & Load
Rated Lift Capacity 3,000 kg (6,614 lb) (at 600 mm load centre) 3,000 kg (6,614 lb) (at 500 mm load centre)
Load Centre 600 mm (23.6 in) 500 mm (19.7 in)
Maximum Lift Height 3,345 mm (11.0 ft) 3,055 mm (10.0 ft)
Free Lift 135 mm (5.3 in) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Mast & Forks
Mast Type Wide-view 2-stage (V) 2-stage limited free lift
Mast Height Lowered 2,165 mm (7.1 ft) 2,195 mm (7.2 ft)
Mast Height Extended 4,565 mm (15.0 ft) 3,809 mm (12.5 ft)
Mast Tilt Forward 6deg 6deg
Mast Tilt Backward 11deg 5deg
Fork Length 1,070 mm (42.1 in) 1,000 mm (39.4 in)
Fork Width 125 mm (4.9 in) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Fork Thickness 45 mm (1.8 in) 50 mm (2.0 in)
Fork Carriage Class Not specified III A
Engine & Powertrain
Fuel Type LPG LPG
Power Source Internal Combustion Internal Combustion
Engine Manufacturer Toyota PSI
Engine Model 4Y-US (2.2 L) 2.4 L LPG
Engine / Motor Power 38.0 kW (51.0 hp) 44.0 kW (59.0 hp)
Engine Displacement 2,237 cc 2,351 cc
Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Powershift, 1 forward / 1 reverse Electronic Powershift
Battery & Fuel
Fuel Tank Capacity 60.0 L (15.9 gal) 52.8 L (13.9 gal)
Dimensions
Overall Length (with forks) Not specified 3,633 mm (11.9 ft)
Length to Fork Face 2,800 mm (9.2 ft) 2,633 mm (8.6 ft)
Overall Width 1,240 mm (48.8 in) 1,186 mm (46.7 in)
Height to Overhead Guard 2,170 mm (7.1 ft) 2,185 mm (7.2 ft)
Wheelbase 1,700 mm (66.9 in) 1,623 mm (63.9 in)
Ground Clearance 185 mm (7.3 in) 185 mm (7.3 in)
Outside Turning Radius 2,370 mm (7.8 ft) 2,277 mm (7.5 ft)
Right-Angle Stacking Aisle (incl. load) Not specified 3,955 mm (13.0 ft)
Right-Angle Stacking Aisle (excl. load) 2,855 mm (9.4 ft) Not specified
Working Aisle (VDI 4.34), 1000x1200 Crossways Not specified 3,955 mm (13.0 ft)
Working Aisle (VDI 4.34), 800x1200 Lengthwise Not specified 4,155 mm (13.6 ft)
Load Distance (x) 485 mm (19.1 in) 483 mm (19.0 in)
Internal Turning Radius (b13) Not specified 618 mm (24.3 in)
Weights
Operating Weight 4,320 kg (9,524 lb) 4,612 kg (10,168 lb)
Front Axle Load (laden) 6,670 kg (14,705 lb) 6,640 kg (14,639 lb)
Rear Axle Load (laden) 900 kg (1,984 lb) 972 kg (2,143 lb)
Performance
Travel Speed (laden) 18.0 km/h (11.2 mph) 19.1 km/h (11.9 mph)
Travel Speed (unladen) 18.5 km/h (11.5 mph) 20.3 km/h (12.6 mph)
Lift Speed (laden) 510 mm/s (100.4 ft/min) 530 mm/s (104.3 ft/min)
Lift Speed (unladen) 550 mm/s (108.3 ft/min) 550 mm/s (108.3 ft/min)
Lowering Speed (laden) 500 mm/s (98.4 ft/min) 530 mm/s (104.3 ft/min)
Gradeability (laden) 21.0% 16.9%
Drawbar Pull (laden) Not specified 17,054 N (3,834 lbf)
Tyres, Brakes & Chassis
Tyre Type Pneumatic Solid Pneumatic
Front Tyre Size 28 x 9-15-14PR 28 x 9-15
Rear Tyre Size 6.50-10-10PR 6.50 x 10
Wheels (front / rear) 2x / 2 2x / 2
Service Brake Hydraulic Hydraulic, drum
Operator Position Seated Seated
General
Noise Level at Operator Ear Not specified 77 dB(A)

What the numbers say

This is a cross-brand comparison: Toyota 50-8FGU32 (Core IC Pneumatic 8FGU), Yale GLP30VX (Veracitor VX).

Toyota 50-8FGU32: 3,000 kg (at 600 mm load centre); Yale GLP30VX: 3,000 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 Toyota 50-8FGU32 reaches 3,345 mm while the Yale GLP30VX tops out at 3,055 mm, a difference of 290 mm.

Running cost

Frequently asked questions

How do the lift heights of the Toyota 50-8FGU32 and Yale GLP30VX compare?

Toyota 50-8FGU32: 3,345 mm. Yale GLP30VX: 3,055 mm.

How do the turning radii of the Toyota 50-8FGU32 and Yale GLP30VX compare?

Toyota 50-8FGU32: 2,370 mm. Yale GLP30VX: 2,277 mm.

How do the operating weights of the Toyota 50-8FGU32 and Yale GLP30VX compare?

Toyota 50-8FGU32: 4,320 kg. Yale GLP30VX: 4,612 kg.

What is the main difference between the Toyota 50-8FGU32 and Yale GLP30VX?

The Yale GLP30VX offers 6.0 kW more engine / motor power than the Toyota 50-8FGU32. The Toyota 50-8FGU32 offers 290 mm more maximum lift height than the Yale GLP30VX. These differ: Toyota 50-8FGU32 4,320 kg, Yale GLP30VX 4,612 kg.

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