EKKO EK16A-138 3-Wheel Forklift 3500lbs., 138"Lift

The EKKO EK16A-138 is a 3,500 lb capacity 3-wheel electric forklift designed for small aisles, limited spaces, and budget-conscious operations. The 3-wheel configuration with a tight 58.9-inch turning radius and 42.1-inch overall width fits the truck into the narrow paths typical of stock rooms, loading docks, manufacturing floors, and small warehouses.

The mast lifts to 138 inches (11.5 ft) with a 34.4-inch free lift, so the operator can clear standard pallet-rack beam heights and inside-trailer overheads. Forward and backward mast tilt is 3° / 6°. A Zapi controller drives a 24V AC drive motor and a 3.3 kW lift motor — AC drive runs brushless and cooler than legacy DC equivalents, with the controller managing smooth speed transitions under load.

EKKO manufactures Class I–V material handling equipment from a 50,000-plus square-foot facility in Pomona, California. The EK16A-138 ships with the charger included and a 24V / 320Ah battery included — no separate purchase, no separate freight, no waiting on a third-party charger before commissioning.

Operator-facing comfort starts with hydraulic power steering for low-effort directional changes, side-shift driven by a 3-way valve for fine pallet-position adjustments without re-steering, and adjustable forks (7.9–26 in width) that handle a wide range of pallet sizes without swapping carriage hardware. Cushion tires fit the indoor flat-surface use case the supplier recommends for this truck.

Structure is steel with robotic welding across the chassis, mast, and counterweight assemblies. Service weight is 5,020 lb — purposefully sized for the 3,500 lb capacity rating on the 3-wheel configuration, with enough counterbalance mass to handle full-rated loads while keeping the truck nimble for narrow-aisle work.

• 3,500 lb capacity at a 24-inch load center.
• 138-inch (11.5 ft) maximum lift height with a 34.4-inch free lift.
• Charger and 24V / 320Ah battery included — no separate purchase needed.
• Zapi controller driving a 24V AC drive motor for smooth speed transitions and reduced maintenance versus brushed-DC alternatives.
• 3.3 kW lift motor.
• Side-shift carriage with 3-way valve for fine pallet positioning.
• Adjustable forks, 7.9–26 in width, for a wide range of pallet sizes.
• Hydraulic power steering for low-effort directional changes.
• Forward / backward mast tilt: 3° / 6°.
• 58.9-inch turning radius — sized for small aisles and limited spaces.
• Steel construction with robotic welding.
• Cushion tires for indoor flat-surface operation.

The EK16A-138 is recommended for indoor use on flat surfaces. Use cases the supplier highlights:

• Loading and unloading trucks
• Loading docks
• Stock rooms
• Manufacturing floors
• Warehousing

The 42.1-inch overall width, 49.2-inch wheelbase, and 58.9-inch turning radius fit small-aisle rack layouts. Confirm aisle, doorway, and dock-door clearances against the truck's overall dimensions before specifying.

• 24V / 320Ah battery
• 24V / 50A charger
• Side-shift carriage with 3-way valve
• Adjustable forks (7.9–26 in width)

What is the rated capacity and lift height?

3,500 lb capacity at a 24-inch load center. Maximum lift height is 138 in (11.5 ft) with a 34.4-inch free lift.

Are the battery and charger included?

Yes — a 24 V / 320 Ah battery and a matching 24 V / 50 A charger ship with the truck. No separate purchase or third-party charger required to commission.

Is the EK16A-138 suitable for outdoor use?

The supplier recommends indoor use on flat surfaces. Cushion tires fit smooth indoor floors, dock plates, and inside-trailer operation rather than rough outdoor yard surfaces.

How tight will it turn?

The turning radius is 58.9 in. Combined with a 42.1-inch overall width, the 3-wheel configuration is sized for narrow aisles, stock rooms, and small-warehouse layouts.

What does AC drive give me versus DC?

The 24V AC drive motor is brushless, runs cooler under sustained load, and reduces wear-part replacement compared with brushed-DC drive systems. The Zapi controller manages speed transitions for smooth acceleration and reversing.

What is the service weight?

5,020 lb. Confirm your floor, ramp, dock plate, and trailer floor ratings can support the loaded weight (truck + 3,500 lb payload) before commissioning.

Manual and technical documents available on request — contact sales@forkliftking.com or call +1 (307) 441-9566.