Konecranes expands its electric portfolio with the new reach stacker

Konecranes has strengthened its lift trucks portfolio with the launch of its new electric reach stacker. Designed for high-intensity operations, the reach stacker delivers up to 16 hours of performance on a single charge, meeting growing global demand for eco-efficient material handling solutions.

With this new reach stacker, which made its debut to a select audience in Shanghai, China on November 19, Konecranes now offers customers a portfolio of fully electrified lift trucks. The reach stacker is now available across Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa as well as South America, with further expansion planned for Europe and North America during next year.

“Our focus remains on delivering lift truck solutions that drive efficiency for customers worldwide. With the introduction of the electric reach stacker, we now offer a comprehensive range of fully electrified lift trucks designed to optimize operations regardless of the location or handling need,” says Andreas Falk, Senior Vice President, Lift Trucks, Konecranes.

The Konecranes electric reach stacker is engineered for maximum productivity, offering up to 16 hours of operation, making it a perfect fit for demanding industries. Its fast-charging capabilities allows a full charge in just 1-3 hours, depending on battery size and charging power. Designed to deliver exceptional performance and reliability, it has significantly faster handling speed compared to diesel models. Key features include advanced safety systems, intelligent controls and durable mechanics.

From the start, it will be available in four robust high-capacity top lift models. The reach stacker boasts a short wheelbase and compact dimensions for effortless maneuvering and to accommodate high lifting capacities across all three container handling rows. With stacking heights of 5/5-high or 6/5-high at 8’6” / 9’6” containers, it promises optimal performance in intensive and challenging environments, ensuring that operations remain efficient.

“Our electric reach stacker features leading electric powertrain technology and intelligent control systems. With load-sensing hydraulics, faster charging and the safest and most spacious cabin the industry, it combines an optimized driving experience with advanced safety features ensuring exceptional productivity for various industries,” says Jeffrey Stokes, Director Product & Technology Management and Quality & Customer Satisfaction, Lift Trucks, Konecranes.

Like all of Konecranes’ Smart Connected Lift Trucks, the Konecranes electric reach stacker uses TRUCONNECT® to collect real-time data including battery charge monitoring, energy consumption, the amount of energy recovered from braking, as well as alarms, alerts and other diagnostics. All this data transmits securely to the yourKONECRANES customer portal to monitor and control the truck’s operational efficiency, productivity, safety and environmental impact.

This launch is part of Ecolifting™, Konecranes’ vision to increase its handprint – meaning the beneficial environmental impact that can be achieved with our product and service portfolio – while reducing customers’ carbon footprints. From eco-optimizing diesel drives, to hybridization and fully-electrified fleets, we will continue to do more with less.

A strong focus on customers and commitment to business growth and continuous improvement make Konecranes a material handling industry leader. This is underpinned by investments in digitalization and technology, plus our work to make material flows more efficient with solutions that support the decarbonization of the economy and advance circularity and safety.