Bobcat, a leading provider of compact equipment, recently unveiled its new Class 3 warehouse equipment range and a new series of Li-ion three-wheel counterbalance forklifts at LogiMAT 2025, a major trade show for intralogistics solutions and process management, which was held in Germany in March.

The products were part of a comprehensive display of its material handling product lines, including diesel and electric forklifts, reach trucks and warehouse equipment such as pallet trucks and stackers, said Bobcat, a brand owned by Doosan Bobcat.

The new warehouse product series, which will also be available with Li-ion batteries from production, includes:

• BPM16/20N-7: Pedestrian powered pallet trucks with capacities of 1.6 and 2 tonne;

• BPR20/25N-7:  Powered pallet trucks with platform (2 and 2.5 tonne);

• BSR12/16N-7: Powered platform stacker trucks (1.2 and 1.6 tonne);

• BSR16N-7i:  Powered platform stacker truck with initial lift: 1.6 tonne capacity.

“The new BPM16/20N-7 pallet trucks are the perfect match for all kinds of applications in and around SMEs, manufacturing and warehousing. The long tiller arm provides optimal, highly ergonomic operation,” says a spokesman for Bobcat.

BNT series ...Bobcat’s first Li-ion three-wheel forklifts.

“It requires less effort, and the operator maintains an optimal distance from the truck. Top-quality components, robust construction, a travel speed up to 6 km/h, and simplified maintenance make the pallet trucks in this series reliable partners for every task,” he adds.

The BPR20/25N-7 platform pallet trucks offer a travel speed of up to 8 km/h, ensuring they are built for optimal horizontal transportation over extended distances. Equipped with Electric Power Steering (EPS), these trucks offer ergonomic and safe operation, the spokesman points out. The suspension flip-down platform minimises body vibrations, and the sideways protective arms provide additional stability and protect the operator during turns. In walking operation mode, the platform and arms are folded compactly within the truck’s outline, conserving space.

“The BSR12/16N-7 platform stacker trucks are designed for high efficiency, excelling in storage and picking operations involving heavy weights. The ergonomic, suspension flip-down platform – paired with protective arms – greatly enhances operational efficiency. These trucks are capable of reaching lift heights of up to 5.5 m and are also perfect for tasks over extended distances,” he says.

Thanks to the robust 8 mm metal skirt, strong chassis, durable mast and metal battery cover – along with premium components from leading suppliers – these models lower service costs and ensure constant readiness for professional use. The EPS system, coupled with the proportional lifting function, enables smooth and effortless stacking operations.

Li-ion three-wheel forklifts

Bobcat introduced the BNT series, its first Li-ion three-wheel forklifts, designed for light to medium-duty applications. These models – the B16NT, B18NT and B20NT – offer a cost-effective, eco-friendly solution tailored to the growing CL1 market. The new range extends Bobcat’s electric counterbalanced line-up.

“Manoeuvrability is the key aspect in the design of these forklifts, making them ideal for use in tight environments. Despite their compact size, these forklifts boast an ergonomic design that ensures large leg room and exceptional operating comfort for the operator. Setting a new standard in confined space material handling, these forklifts provide a smooth ride and high stability in every job,” the spokesman says.

Offering load capacities of 1.6, 1.8, and 2.0 tonnes (at a 500-mm load centre), these Li-ion three-wheel forklifts (models B16NT, B18NT, and B20NT respectively)  feature dual 4.5 kW drive motors for enhanced productivity, a maintenance-free 51.2V 300 Ah Li-ion (LFP) battery with a 150A (380V) charger, an easy-to-use and safer electric parking brake, and a design that balances a compact size for tight spaces with a comfortable operator area.