BEDFORD PARK, Ill. (March 18, 2015) – U.S. manufacturer Hoist Liftruck has introduced a new FR Series extendable counterweight liftruck model designed to offer versatility and value to the 15,000-18,000 lb. (7-11 tons) capacity forklift market.

The FR 15/25 is engineered to have virtually the same footprint as a 15,500 lb. (7 ton) forklift, but also achieve the capacity of a 25,000 lb. (11 ton) forklift. This innovative design also maintains a lighter gross weight for easier
transportation and lifting with cranes.

"We hear the word ‘versatility’ all the time from our customers and companies that we speak with throughout the country," said Marty Flaska, president and owner of Hoist Liftruck. "In general, our entire FR [Series] line is founded on the concept of versatility, but our new FR 15/25 amplifies that concept. We’re offering a liftruck that not only can provide the same capacity and maneuverability of a 15,000-18,000 lb. unit, but also additional capacity up to 25,000 lbs. for roughly the same cost."

Whether you are a rigger, machinery mover or equipment rental company, the FR 15/25 provides a vast range of capacity options with just a push of a button. Some of the key features include:
Short wheelbase (retracted) for enhanced manoeuvrability
Extendable counterweight for additional capacity up to 25,000 lbs. (11 tons)
Low profile counterweight for improved rearward visibility
Compact design & lighter gross weight for easy transportation and lifting with cranes
Standard two-stage free-lift mast (95"/93"/25")
Optional three-stage mast (95"/137"/25")
Standard ITA Class 5 hook-type carriage
Optional side-shift / fork positioner (SS/FP)
Optional three- or four-way hydraulics
Optional ITA Class 5 mount or fork-mounted boom
100% made in the USA
Production slots are filling up! Order your FR 15/25 today to ensure 4Q2015 delivery!

About Hoist Liftruck Mfg., Inc.
Hoist Liftruck Mfg., Inc. manufactures high-capacity material handling equipment ranging in capacity from 7 to more than 50 tons) that are engineered for durability, efficiency and comfort. We are proud to be a U.S. manufacturer of heavy-duty equipment that are 100% manufactured and assembled in the United States.