HAND PALLET TRUCK 5,500 LBS CAPACITY

HAND PALLET TRUCK 5,500 LBS CAPACITY
HY55-PT PALLET TRUCK
THE WAREHOUSE WORKHORSE
The Hyster® HY55-PT hand manual pallet truck delivers exceptional durability, functionality and serviceability
at competitive pricing. The HY55-PT can be delivered in many different variations and configurations and
is application specific, including: low profile models, stainless steel, galvanized, and weigh scale.
DURABILITY
FUNCTIONALITY
•Heavy 1.25” thick steel adjustable push rod
•2.1” thick steel C-channel
•8” long reinforcing bars
•9” handle base support
•10 full pump strokes to reach maximum lift
–Hand release design
–Foot release design
•Articulating axle for superior maneuverability
•Entry and 3 exit rollers to eliminate
“pushing” and “pulling” pallets
SERVICEABILITY
•Serviceable pump with large oil reserve
SPECIFICATIONS:
Forks (Length): 48”
Forks (Overall Width): 27” or 20.5”
Lowered Fork Height: 2.9”
Raised Fork Height: 7.8” / 7.5”
Fork Width: 6.5”
Weight: 180 lbs.
Steer Wheels: 7”
Load Rollers: 2.9” x 3.6”
Wheels / Rollers: Polyurethane
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS:
Nylon/rubber wheels
Quick lift
Auto brake
Load backrest (LBR)
The HY55-PT pallet trucks move loads with
minimal operator know-how and exertion.
ERGONOMICS
Cushion handle with rubber grip
Hand & foot release design
Articulating axle
3-position control handle
PRODUCTIVITY
Quickly reaches maximum height
200 degree turning pivot
Helper rollers for easy pallet entry/exit
Adjustable push rods to level forks
COST OF OPERATION
Lowering valve controls rate of descent
In stock part availability
Self-lubricating bearings in wheels/rollers
2 year pump warranty
DEPENDABILITY
Industrial strength steel
Reinforced bulkhead base
9 inch handle base prevents bending
8 inch long reinforcement bars
SERVICEABILITY
Large, easily serviceable pump assembly
Custom handle pin design for reinforcement
Heavy steel design with easy access to push rods
All pivot points have oil-lite bushings or grease/oil fittings
INNOVATIVE TRUCKS ENGINEERED TO MEET
THE MOST DEMANDING APPLICATIONS
For more than 80 years, Hyster has been conquering the world's most demanding applications. In the
1920’s Hyster started as a manufacturer of lifting machines used in the rigorous logging industry of the
United States' Pacific Northwest. A few years later the first fork lift trucks were invented and the Hyster
brand quickly gained its reputation for rugged quality. Hyster® lift trucks are designed to lower your cost
of operations. Every truck we make — gasoline, LPG, diesel and electric — is purpose-built to excel in its
application. Every truck is also backed by an unmatched network of specialists.
Dealer Network — Our Dealer Network can offer the expertise of fleet managers, parts suppliers,
capital procurement specialists and trainers. Hyster's carefully chosen dealers fully understand
customer applications, assist in selecting the right lift truck and provide fast, reliable support.
Parts — With genuine Hyster replacement parts and UNISOURCETM parts for all makes of lift trucks,
we are your one-stop source for lift truck parts. In fact, we offer more than 2 million part number
crosses for most brands of materials handling and other in-plant mobile equipment.
Service — Your local Hyster dealer offers a flexible, customized and comprehensive maintenance plan
based on each lift truck’s application, make, model an operation environment. Hyster service programs offer
scheduled inspections and maintenance, and when you nee immediate service on a fleet or single truck, your
local dealer offers quick, responsive service dispatched to your location.
CUSTOM PALLET TRUCKS
Ideal for unusual applications when standard equipment
will interfere with operation flow. Customization available
for forks (length and width), lowered forks, diversified
capacities, load backrests, skid adaptors, etc.
PRODUCTIVITY
WEIGH SCALE PALLET TRUCKS
Allows the operator to easily lift, transport, and weigh
(to 99.9% accuracy) loads. Features an easy to read meter with
a large LCD display, keypad, and automatic tare functions.
SEMI-ELECTRIC PALLET TRUCK
Designed as an economic alternative to fully electric models.
These units feature standard manual pallet truck style
pumping operation for lifting and lowering loads, and selfpropelled movement for easy transporting of goods.
GALVANIZED & STAINLESS STEEL
PALLET TRUCKS
Designed for corrosion resistant, chemical exposure
environments as well as cold room temperatures.
LOW PROFILE PALLET TRUCKS
Designed for handling unconventional loads too low for
standard Pallet Trucks. Available in Low, Super Low, and
Low Profile 4-way (predominant in the grocery industry.)
ALLIED PRODUCTS
An impressive selection of transport, storage and material
handling equipment to include Scissor Lifts, Lift Tables,
Hydraulic Stackers, and space-saver equipment.
LOAD BACKREST PALLET TRUCKS
Designed to handle pallets where cargo is needed
to be kept in place and stability is an issue.
Hyster Company
P.O. Box 7006
Greenville, North Carolina
27835-7006
Part No. HPT-55/B
6/2015 Litho in U.S.A.
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