1 / 7EP CPD15L1 electric forklift
A compact 1.5 tonne, 48V lithium-ion forklift with an IPX4 rating, so a shower of rain at the loading door is no problem. A tidy all-rounder for warehouses and light loading work.
- Lift capacity
- 1,500 kg
- Max lift height
- 5.0 m
- Lithium-ion battery
- 48V 280Ah
- Overall width
- 1,080 mm
Ask us for a price and a delivery date.
Or call 01 5267 411 (ROI) or 028 3833 7038 (NI).
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- Buy, or hire on a 12-month contract
- Delivered and serviced by our own engineers
- Download the CPD15L1 datasheet (PDF)
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Who the CPD15L1 suits, and when to pick another model
Built for
- Warehouses and stores with loads up to 1.5 t
- Racking up to 5 m
- Loading and unloading at the dock, even in wet weather
- Firm, smooth floors and paved yards
- Sites moving from lead-acid to lithium without a battery room
Look at another EP model if
- Your loads go over 1.5 tCPD20L1same L1 truck, rated at 2 t
- Your aisles are very tightTCL1523-wheel, compact, 1.5 t
- You work on rough or unmade groundEFL1831.8 t, 80V, pneumatic tyres
- Your racking goes up to 6 mCPD18FVL1.8 t, dual drive, 6 m lift
Not sure? Tell us what you lift and we'll recommend the right truck.
What makes the CPD15L1 work
The L1 was designed from the start around a lithium battery rather than adapted from a lead-acid truck. These are the points that matter day to day.
Rain is not a problem
Every L1 truck carries an IPX4 rating against splashing water. That means it can keep working through a shower at the loading bay, where many electric warehouse trucks would have to stay under cover.
Built around the battery
The chassis was laid out for a compact 48V, 280Ah lithium-ion pack weighing 190 kg. There is no watering, no acid and no battery changes, and you can top up in breaks.
More room for the driver
Because the battery is so compact, the cab gets more legroom than EP says any rival offers. Taller operators stay comfortable through a full shift.
Neat in a small store
At 1,080 mm wide and 2,200 mm to the face of the forks, it needs a 3,685 mm aisle for 1000 x 1200 pallets carried crossways. It turns in 2,080 mm.
Simple, reliable running gear
An AC drive motor rated at 6 kW and a 7.5 kW lift motor give a top speed of 14 km/h unladen. Electromagnetic service and parking brakes mean fewer parts to wear.
Quiet at the seat
Noise at the driver's seat is 70 dB(A), so it suits shared spaces and early starts. With no exhaust, it is fine indoors all day.
CPD15L1 technical specifications
Figures from EP's datasheet for the standard truck. Mast, battery and options change some values. Source: EP's CPD15L1 datasheet.
Capacity and lifting9
| Rated capacity | 1,500 kg |
|---|---|
| Max lift height | 5,000 mm |
| Tilt of mast/fork carriage forward/backward | 6° / 11° |
| Height, mast lowered | 1,990 mm |
| Free lift | 105 mm |
| Lift | 3,000 mm |
| Height, mast extended | 4,028 mm |
| Coupling height | 360 mm |
| Fork carriage ISO 2328, class/type A, B | 2A |
Dimensions and weight21
| Load centre distance | 500 mm |
|---|---|
| Load distance, centre of drive axle to fork | 405 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,470 mm |
| Service weight | 2,640 kg |
| Axle loading, laden front/rear | 3615 / 525 kg |
| Axle loading, unladen front/rear | 1190 / 1,450 kg |
| Tread width, front | 910 mm |
| Tread width, rear | 920 mm |
| Height of overhead guard (cabin) | 2,080 mm |
| Seat height relating to SIP/stand height | 1,050 mm |
| Overall length | 3,270 mm |
| Length to face of forks | 2,200 mm |
| Overall width | 1,080 mm |
| Fork dimensions | 40 × 100 × 1,070 mm |
| Fork carriage width | 1,040 mm |
| Ground clearance, laden, below mast | 110 mm |
| Ground clearance, centre of wheelbase | 105 mm |
| Aisle width for pallets 1000×1200 crossways | 3,685 mm |
| Aisle width for pallets 800 × 1200 lengthways | 3,885 mm |
| Turning radius | 2,080 mm |
| Sound pressure level at the driver's seat | 70 dB(A) |
Performance7
| Travel speed, laden/unladen | 10.5 / 14 km/h |
|---|---|
| Lift speed, laden/unladen | 0.3 / 0.42 m/s |
| Lowering speed, laden/unladen | 0.42 / 0.45 m/s |
| Max. gradeability, laden/unladen | 10.5 / 14 % |
| Service brake | Electromagnetic |
| Parking brake | Electromagnetic |
| Steering design | Hydraulic |
Battery and electrics6
| Drive motor rating S2 60 min | 6 kW |
|---|---|
| Lift motor rating at S3 15% | 7.5 kW |
| Battery voltage | 48 V |
| Battery nominal capacity K5 | 280 Ah |
| Battery type | Li-Ion |
| Battery weight | 190 kg |
Tyres and wheels4
| Tyres | Solid rubber |
|---|---|
| Tyre size, front | 18 × 7-8 mm |
| Tyre size, rear | 5.00-8 mm |
| Wheels, number front/rear | 2x/2 x=drive wheels |
Other5
| Manufacturer | EP |
|---|---|
| Model designation | CPD15L1 |
| Drive | Electric |
| Operator type | Seated |
| Type of drive unit | AC |
CPD15L1 against similar EP models
The closest EP compact 4-wheel forklifts by capacity and lift height.
| Spec | CPD15L1This model | CPD18FVL | CPD20L1 | CPD20FVL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1,500 kg | 1,800 kg | 2,000 kg | 2,000 kg |
| Max lift height | 5.0 m | 6.0 m | 5.0 m | 6.0 m |
| Battery | 280Ah | 205Ah | 48V / 280Ah | 205Ah |
| Turning radius | 2,080 mm | 1,680 mm | 2,080 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Overall width | 1,080 mm | 1,100 mm | 1,080 mm | 1,170 mm |
| Travel speed | 10.5 / 14 km/h | 13 / 14 km/h | 10.5 / 14 km/h | 13 / 14 km/h |
| Weight | 2,640 kg | 3,160 kg | 2,950 kg | 3,270 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 CPD15L1 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 CPD15L1
Anything else, call us on 01 5267 411 (ROI) or 028 3833 7038 (NI).
Can the CPD15L1 work outside?
Yes, within reason. It is IPX4 rated, so rain at the dock or on a paved yard is fine. It runs on solid rubber tyres with about 105 mm of ground clearance, so for gravel or broken ground look at the pneumatic-tyred EFL183.
How is the CPD15L1 different from the CPD20L1?
They share the same L1 chassis, 48V 280Ah battery and dimensions. The CPD15L1 is rated at 1,500 kg and the CPD20L1 at 2,000 kg, which uses larger front tyres and weighs about 310 kg more.
How high can it lift?
The standard mast lifts 3.0 m and the tallest option reaches 5.0 m. If you need 6 m, the CPD18FVL is the next step.
What aisle width does it need?
Being a 4-wheel truck, the CPD15L1 swings wider than EP's 3-wheelers, with a 2,080 mm turning radius. Plan for 3,685 mm aisles when 1000 x 1200 pallets are carried across the forks, or 3,885 mm with 800 x 1200 lengthways. Tighter than that, look at the 3-wheel TCL152.
Which battery does it use?
A 48V, 280Ah lithium-ion battery. It needs no watering or changing, and short top-up charges in breaks will not harm it.
Can it replace a small diesel or LPG truck?
For loads up to 1.5 t on firm, paved ground, usually yes, with no fumes indoors. Tell us your loads, lift heights and surfaces and we will confirm.
Can I hire the CPD15L1?
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 CPD15L1 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 CPD15L1?
Our own engineers, from our Navan depot and Portadown office, using EP parts. We look after customers across Ireland and Northern Ireland.
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Get a price on the EP CPD15L1
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.