Bobcat® BC18S-5 Electric Counterbalance Forklift

Operational Enhancements

Active Control Technology (ACT):

• Self-adjusts performance criteria in accordance with changing operating conditions.
• Maintains consistent performance through 80% of the battery discharge cycle.
• System self protects when overheating detected in order to correctly balance temperature.
• Controls travel speed while turning, slows truck down when needed.

Steer Angle Sensor and Indicator: Senses and informs the operator of the steer tire angle.

Back-Up Alarm: An alarm sounds when the machine is travelling in reverse direction.

Amber Strobe: An optional flashing strobe sits behind and above operator to indicate machine location.

Rear Grab Bar with Horn Button: Allows operator to sound the horn while holding onto the rear grab bar handle and travelling in reverse. Standard on these models.

Vehicle Control Unit (VCU): Reliable Curtis controllers monitor and control all functions, assuring truck remains within defined parameters.

Rear LED Lighting: Brighter and longer lasting than conventional lighting.

Operator Sensing System (OSS): Should the operator leave the seat, the OSS automatically initiates these functions:

• Quickly stops all truck movement.
• Locks the lift, lower and tilt functions of mast and hydraulic assemblies.
• A seatbelt warning light will alert the operator to re-fasten the seatbelt.
• The shift selector must be in neutral position in order to restart the truck.

Simplified Serviceability

Monitoring & Maintenance Service Port: Another service and maintenance feature, aids in maintenance tasks including:

• Makes troubleshooting quick and easy.
• Calibration of power.
• Test menu section.
• Data logging.
• Flash programming.
• Easy troubleshooting.

Bright, Intuitive LED Display: Large, bright, and intuitive display provides truck health status quickly and easily.

Wide Angle Hood Opening: Provides added room under hood for easy accessibility to maintenance points.

Enhanced Productivity

Pre-Programmed Performance Modes: The multi-selection allows an operator to select the best performance parameter.

• High-Performance Mode
• Standard Mode
• Energy-Saving Mode
• Turtle Mode

Intelligent Torque Control: Senses traction and automatically reduces travel speed, when in limp-home mode.

• Responsive acceleration.
• Protection against short or open circuits.
• Continuous monitoring of the temperature of motors to assure operation within acceptable parameters.

Spacious Operator Compartment: Increased operator comfort, more head and leg room.

Deluxe Suspension Seat: These seats take operator comfort to a whole new level.

Fingertip Controls: This optional feature allows the operator to manipulate the forklift hydraulics without the need to reach for levers.

Rugged, Durable Transaxle: This feature efficiently transfers the power and torque of the drive motor for smooth, quiet operation.

Smooth, Responsive Acceleration: Enjoy quick and powerful acceleration, and smooth & continuous travel speeds thanks to the AC electrical controllers and CAN bus control system.

Excellent Forward and Upper Visibility: The precisely designed Overhead Guard (OHG) profile has an optimized bar thickness and arrangement, providing strength and an enhanced view.

Integral Side Shifter: The integral side-shift assembly replaces the standard carriage, therefore increasing residual load capacity vs. hang-on types. This allows the operator to shift the load from side to side for precise placement, reduces handling time, and improves maneuverability.

Durable Reliability

Oil-Cooled Disc Brakes (OCDB): This ‘best-in-class’ brake system comes with a 5-year or 10,000 working hour warranty.

• Discs are submerged in oil, keeping them cool and limiting wear.
• 100% of friction material is used for superior stopping power.
• OCDB are more easily serviced in the field than traditional brakes.
• System is sealed for maximum protection against contamination.

Rugged Dual Drive Motors: Individually controlled drive motors and drive units are ruggedly made for added reliability.

Brushless Electric Motor Design: The maintenance-free brushless design provides more productivity and increased reliability.

AC Drive System, Motors & Controller: An industry-proven AC drive system, motors and controller allows for precise handling and provides smooth responsive acceleration and lifting for greater reliability and productivity.

OHG: The precisely designed Overhead Guard (OHG) profile has an optimized bar thickness and arrangement, providing strength and an enhanced view.

Lower Total Cost of Ownership

Fewer Overall Parts to Replace: With fewer overall parts on the vehicle, you save time on service and repairs, which increases your truck’s run-time which saves you money.