To meet customers’ expectations and to avoid scratching the surface of the container, the touch points on top and lower section are protected with PVS protection.

The Hyster® H12XM-12EC trucks, usually in use for sea freight containers up to 4-high, can be fitted with these spreaders and, with a 1,500mm load centre, the trucks can easily lift accommodation containers weighing over 6,000kg.

The H12XM-12EC features the Stage IIIB compliant 6.7 litre Cummins QSB6.7 diesel engine with Load Sensing Hydraulics which are demand sensitive. This means that only the right amount of oil required to meet the demands of the application are pumped through the system at any time, resulting in less waste, lower noise, reduced operating temperatures and greater fuel efficiency.

Like all heavy capacity Hyster® trucks, there is an exceptionally durable driveline with a robust drive axle and advanced smooth auto-shift transmission system, featuring protective lock-out on forward-reverse shifting, and there are engine and transmission protection systems to ensure reliable operation.

The BAUMA trade fair took place on 15-21 April 2013 at the Messe München in Munich, Germany.