Hyster Europe has announced a series of developments on its leading ReachStacker range of container handling equipment, including a 6-high stacking option for higher density container stacking.

“For the first time, Hyster ReachStacker models can stack 8’6” height containers 6 high, in the 1st container row only” explains Antoon Cooijmans, Big Trucks Product Manager for Hyster Europe. Hyster has introduced the 6-high stacker option, now available on the RS45-31CH, RS46-36CH and RS46-41LCH ReachStacker container handling (CH) models.

Other developments include new standard features for all ReachStacker models such as a Powered Sliding Cab for optimum visibility from the industry leading ‘Vista’ Operator Compartment. The container weight display (also showing distance and height), is also standard allowing the driver to anticipate the truck’s handling capabilities before the stability and weight limit is reached.

A 10 km/h driving speed limitation has also been introduced for Hyster’s Intermodal Handlers when handling a swap-body/trailer by the “bottom-lift” legs (RS-45-24/28 IH and RS 46-33/38L/38S/38LS IH). This is due to the new worldwide ISO 3691-1 norm, also included in Machinery Directive 2006/42/CE. There is no speed limitation when handling a container by twistlocks.

New options are also available across the entire Hyster Big Trucks range including an operator presence feature, where the engine is shut down when the seat is not occupied, to help reduce fuel consumption (more environment-friendly).

Hyster’s ReachStacker range is available in both container handling (CH) and intermodal handling (IH) versions and is designed for high density container stacking applications, usually up to 5-high and 3-rows deep. The series is available with a modern clean-running diesel engine, oil-immersed brakes, robust drive-axle and advanced auto-shift transmission, which all combine to maintain maximum productivity and reliability during operation in demanding applications.

Transmission and engine management systems ensure protection against potentially damaging operational procedures and the hydraulic system is highly efficient featuring ‘Two-Speed Lift’ and ‘Power on Demand’ functions with class leading lifting speeds. Increased capacity handling is available thanks to models featuring stabilisers and/or increased wheelbase and there is easy service access to minimise cost and service time.