EKKO EK40D Forklift with solid pneumatic tires 8500 lbs., cap.

The EKKO EK40D is an 8,500 lb capacity diesel counterbalanced forklift built for warehousing, distribution, and outdoor-friendly material handling at the heavy end of the EKKO diesel range. It runs on a Mitsubishi 4EG engine rated 49 HP at 2,250 rpm and meets Tier 4 EPA standards. Maximum lift height is 185 inches with 37.9 inches of free lift, and the truck rolls on solid pneumatic tires sized for a long working life on mixed warehouse and yard surfaces.

EKKO designed the operator compartment around the operator's body. A multifunctional suspended seat supports the driver, dampens vibration through the chassis, and balances the operator's weight so a full shift takes less of a toll on the lower back. An impedance composited muffler reduces the cab's noise floor — a meaningful difference in indoor-adjacent work where diesel sound carries.

The steering wheel sits on an adjustable column so each operator can dial in their own column angle and reduce shoulder fatigue across a long shift. The overhead guard is enlarged and raised, with a large arc-shape front leg that opens up the operator's line of sight through the mast.

The EK40D's chassis is sized for heavy diesel work. Wheelbase is 70.8 inches, overall length with forks is 157 inches (112 inches without forks), and overall width is 52.9 inches — wider than EKKO's lighter diesel models to carry the higher capacity. Maximum travel speed is 10.3 mph loaded and 11.2 mph unloaded. Service weight is 11,519 lb, so confirm floor and dock load ratings against the unloaded truck weight before scheduling delivery.

• 8,500 lb load capacity at a 24-inch load center
• 185-inch maximum lift height with 37.9-inch free lift
• Mitsubishi 4EG diesel engine — 49 HP at 2,250 rpm, Tier 4 EPA compliant
• Multifunctional suspended seat — supports the driver, reduces vibration, balances operator weight
• Adjustable steering column to limit operator arm and shoulder fatigue
• Impedance composited muffler — reduces cab noise output
• Enlarged, raised overhead guard with large arc-shape front leg for through-mast visibility
• Hydraulic floor-pedal service brake
• Solid pneumatic tires — 250-15-16PR front, 6.50-10-10PR rear
• Larger 42.1 × 5.9 × 1.9-inch forks sized for higher-capacity loads

What's the rated capacity and load center?

The EK40D is rated to lift 8,500 lb at a 24-inch load center.

What's the lift height and free lift?

Maximum lift height is 185 inches. Free lift height is 37.9 inches — the distance the forks travel before the inner mast begins to extend.

What engine does it use?

The EK40D runs on a Mitsubishi 4EG diesel engine rated 49 HP at 2,250 rpm. The engine is Tier 4 EPA compliant — the emissions baseline for diesel forklifts working in mixed indoor-adjacent and outdoor environments.

Will my floor support it?

Service weight is 11,519 lb without a load on the forks. Confirm dock plate, ramp, and floor load ratings against that figure before scheduling delivery — the EK40D is at the heavier end of EKKO's diesel range, and a load on the forks adds to the point loading under the front axle.

How loud is it in the cab?

The EK40D uses an impedance composited muffler to reduce sound output. EKKO publishes the muffler as a noise-reduction feature without a specific dB figure; the difference is most noticeable in indoor-adjacent work where diesel exhaust noise typically carries.

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