What a three-wheel electric forklift is
A three-wheel electric forklift is a battery-powered counterbalance truck with two wheels at the front, near the forks, and a single steering point at the rear. That layout lets the truck turn in a tight arc, which suits congested floors and narrow gangways.
Running on a traction battery, it produces no exhaust fumes where it works. The trucks on this page are compact electric forklifts: listed service weights, battery included, run from 1,800 kg to 3,520 kg, and turning radii from 1,160 mm to 1,700 mm. For other electric models, see our full range of electric forklifts.
Jobs and sites these trucks suit
As small electric forklifts, three-wheel trucks suit warehouses, production areas, stores and loading bays with firm, level floors and little room to turn. Within this range:
- The N Series is designed for indoor use, with a compact chassis. The FE3R08N, rated at 800 kg, has a turning radius of 1,160 mm.
- The C Series FE3D16/18/20C runs on cushion (solid) tyres and is built for compact size and manoeuvrability.
- The N1 Series FE3D16/18/20N1 lists a travel speed of 15 km/h laden or unladen and gradient performance of 15% laden and 20% unladen, useful on sites with ramps or longer runs. Its lowered mast height is 1,995 mm.
How to choose a truck in this range
Start with your heaviest load and match it to a rated capacity:
Then check the fit. The FE3R and FE3D C models list a lift height of 3,000 mm (3 m); the N1 lists a free lift of 120 mm, so confirm the mast you need at the specification stage. Each range lists more than one battery capacity, so match the battery to your shift pattern. Our lithium vs lead-acid vs diesel guide sets out the trade-offs, and you can also browse our lithium forklifts.
- 800, 1,000 or 1,200 kg: the FE3R08N, FE3R10N and FE3R12N, on a 24 V battery, rated at a 500 mm load centre.
- 1,600 kg: the FE3R16NC, a lithium truck on a 48 V battery (350 Ah, or 400 Ah optional).
- 1,600, 1,800 or 2,000 kg: the FE3D C Series, with a choice of 48 V lead-acid or 51.2 V lithium-ion batteries.
- 1,600, 1,800 or 2,000 kg: the FE3D N1 Series, on a 76.8 V lithium-ion battery.
Why buy through Pristine Material Handling
We are an authorised Noblelift dealer based in Newbridge, Scotland, supplying 83 new Noblelift models with UK-wide delivery. Buying follows four steps:
Call 0131 605 0238 (Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm), email info@pristinemh.com or request a quote.
- Enquire with your loads, site and duty.
- Specification and survey, done remotely or with a site visit.
- A written quotation with the full specification.
- Delivery and handover, with operator familiarisation.
