1 / 11EP TCL101 compact 3-wheel electric forklift
EP's smallest 3-wheel forklift: 1 tonne, 80V lithium-ion and an overhead guard under 2 metres. Built for mezzanines, goods lifts and the tightest aisles.
- Lift capacity
- 1,000 kg
- Max lift height
- 4.5 m
- Lithium-ion battery
- 80V
- Turning radius
- 1,422 mm
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Or call 01 5267 411 (ROI) or 028 3833 7038 (NI).
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- Buy, or hire on a 12-month contract
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Who the TCL101 suits, and when to pick another model
Built for
- Mezzanine floors and goods lifts where weight and height are limited
- Narrow aisles, with a 2,804 mm aisle for 1000 x 1200 pallets crossways
- Light loads up to 1 t on smooth indoor floors
- Retail stockrooms, food storage and small logistics sites
- Sites that need a seated counterbalance truck but have little room
Look at another EP model if
- Your loads reach 1.2 tTCL122same compact design, 1,200 kg
- You need 1.5 t or a 100Ah batteryTCL1521,500 kg, 80V 100Ah
- Your ceilings are low but loads go to 1.8 tTVL1821,800 kg, overhead guard at 1,984 mm
- You work outside in yardsEFL1834-wheel, indoor & outdoor, 1.8 t
Not sure? Tell us what you lift and we'll recommend the right truck.
What makes the TCL101 work
The TCL101 is the lightest and shortest truck in EP's TCL range, at 1,985 kg and 2,434 mm long. Here's what it does well.
Small enough for mezzanines
At 1,985 kg in service and 1,020 mm wide, the TCL101 is light and narrow enough for many mezzanine floors and goods lifts. The overhead guard sits at 1,968 mm, so it passes under low doorways and beams.
Dual drive, tight turns
Two 2.0 kW drive motors power the truck and help it steer, so it can turn on the spot. The turning radius is 1,422 mm, the tightest in the TCL range.
80V lithium with PMSM motors
The 80V lithium battery needs no watering and can be topped up in breaks. EP's permanent-magnet motors use 10 to 15% less energy than conventional motors, by EP's own figures.
Quick for its size
It travels at 13 km/h unladen and 11 km/h laden, and lifts at 0.28 m/s with a load. Short runs between bays stay quick.
Safety in tight spaces
Turn speed control slows the truck on bends, and it stops automatically on ramps. An electromagnetic parking brake holds it in place.
Comfortable and quiet
The cab gives about 464 mm of legroom and a clear view past the mast. Noise at the seat is 68 dB(A), which suits sites with staff working close by.
TCL101 technical specifications
Figures from EP's datasheet for the standard truck. Mast, battery and options change some values. Source: EP's TCL101 datasheet.
Capacity and lifting9
| Rated capacity | 1,000 kg |
|---|---|
| Tilt of mast/fork carriage forward/backward | 6° / 6° |
| Height, mast lowered | 1,990 mm |
| Free lift | 120 mm |
| Lift | 3,000 mm |
| Height, mast extended | 3,919 mm |
| Coupling height | 483 mm |
| Fork carriage ISO 2328, class/type A, B | 2A |
| Max lift height | 4,500 mm |
Dimensions and weight22
| Load centre distance | 500 mm |
|---|---|
| Load distance, centre of drive axle to fork | 310 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,200 mm |
| Service weight | 1,985 kg |
| Axle loading, laden front/rear | 2546 / 439 kg |
| Axle loading, unladen front/rear | 871 / 1,114 kg |
| Tread width, front | 838 mm |
| Tread width, rear | 208 mm |
| Overall height | 3,919 mm |
| Height of overhead guard (cabin) | 1,968 mm |
| Seat height relating to SIP/stand height | 925 mm |
| Overall length | 2,434 mm |
| Length to face of forks | 1,684 mm |
| Overall width | 1,020 mm |
| Fork dimensions | 35 × 100 × 920 mm |
| Fork carriage width | 960 mm |
| Ground clearance, laden, below mast | 93 mm |
| Ground clearance, centre of wheelbase | 89 mm |
| Aisle width for pallets 1000×1200 crossways | 2,804 mm |
| Aisle width for pallets 800 × 1200 lengthways | 3,026 mm |
| Turning radius | 1,422 mm |
| Sound pressure level at the driver's seat | 68 dB(A) |
Performance7
| Travel speed, laden/unladen | 11 / 13 km/h |
|---|---|
| Lift speed, laden/unladen | 0.28 / 0.35 m/s |
| Lowering speed, laden/unladen | 0.32 / 0.36 m/s |
| Max. gradeability, laden/unladen | 13 / 15 % |
| Service brake | Electromagnetic |
| Parking brake | Electromagnetic |
| Steering design | Hydraulic |
Battery and electrics6
| Drive motor rating S2 60 min | 2.0 × 2 kW |
|---|---|
| Lift motor rating at S3 15% | 7 kW |
| Battery voltage/nominal capacity | 80 / 50V/Ah |
| Battery type | Li-Ion |
| Battery weight | 61 kg |
| Charger output current | 35 A |
Tyres and wheels4
| Tyres | Solidrubber |
|---|---|
| Tyre size, front | 16 × 6-8 mm |
| Tyre size, rear | 3.5-5 mm |
| Wheels, number front/rear (x=drive wheels) | 2X/2 |
Other5
| Manufacturer | EP |
|---|---|
| Model designation | TCL101 |
| Drive | Electric |
| Operator type | Seated |
| Type of drive unit | PMSM |
TCL101 against similar EP models
The closest EP 3-wheel forklifts by capacity and lift height.
| Spec | TCL101This model | TCL122 | TCL152 | EFS151 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1,000 kg | 1,200 kg | 1,500 kg | 1,500 kg |
| Max lift height | 4.5 m | 4.5 m | 4.5 m | 4.5 m |
| Battery | 80V / 100Ah | 80V / 100Ah | 80V / 100Ah | 48V / 150Ah |
| Turning radius | 1,422 mm | 1,519 mm | 1,572 mm | 1,535 mm |
| Overall width | 1,020 mm | 1,020 mm | 1,020 mm | 1,060 mm |
| Travel speed | 11 / 13 km/h | 11 / 13 km/h | 11 / 13 km/h | 8 / 9 km/h |
| Weight | 1,985 kg | 2,469 kg | 2,698 kg | 2,200 kg |
Buy it, or hire it on a 12-month contract
Buy it new
Own it outright. We supply it from stock or order it new from EP, and deliver it on our own trailer.
See what is in stockHire it
A new TCL101 at a weekly price on a 12-month contract, with servicing, repairs and inspections included.
How contract hire worksService and parts
Our own engineers service it, and we hold EP parts in stock. For parts, email parts@clearlift.eu.
Service and repairsQuestions about the TCL101
Anything else, call us on 01 5267 411 (ROI) or 028 3833 7038 (NI).
Can the TCL101 go on a mezzanine or in a goods lift?
Often, yes. It weighs 1,985 kg in service, is 1,020 mm wide and has an overhead guard of 1,968 mm. Check the floor or lift rating against the truck weight plus your heaviest load, and we can help with the figures.
How is the TCL101 different from the TCL122 and TCL152?
The TCL101 is the smallest of the three. It lifts 1,000 kg, against 1,200 kg and 1,500 kg, and turns in 1,422 mm against 1,519 mm and 1,572 mm. It is also the shortest, at 2,434 mm overall.
How high can the TCL101 lift?
The standard mast lifts 3.0 m, and the maximum lift height is 4.5 m. Tell us your top beam height and heaviest pallet and we'll check the capacity at that height.
Can it work outside?
It's designed for indoor work on smooth floors. It runs on solid tyres with 89 mm of ground clearance at the centre of the wheelbase. For yards and rough ground, look at the EFL183 on pneumatic tyres.
Is lithium-ion right for a small truck like this?
For most sites, yes. There's no watering or battery changing, and you can top up the charge in breaks. The charger output is 35 A.
Is the TCL101 suitable for heavy-duty work?
No. At 1 tonne it is for light to medium work where space is the main limit. If you move heavier loads all day, the TCL152 or a 4-wheel truck will suit better.
Can I hire the TCL101?
Yes, on contract hire, at a weekly price on a 12-month contract, with servicing and repairs included. We don't offer short-term hire. See forklift hire.
How much does the TCL101 cost?
It depends on the mast, battery and options you need. Ask for a price and we'll quote it to buy outright or on contract hire.
Who services the TCL101?
Our own engineers, from our Navan depot and Portadown office, using EP parts. We look after customers across Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Other EP models to look at
The closest models in the range. Prices show where we have one in stock.
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Get a price on the EP TCL101
Tell us your loads, lift height and site. We'll reply the same working day with a price to buy or to hire, and the right specification for the job.
Or call 01 5267 411 (ROI) or 028 3833 7038 (NI), or email sales@clearlift.ie.