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The Premium 2.5 tonne truck in EP's EFL 3 Series, for continuous, high-demand work. An 80V 280Ah lithium-ion battery and a top speed of 20 km/h.
- Lift capacity
- 2,500 kg
- Max lift height
- 6.0 m
- Lithium-ion battery
- 80V 280Ah
- Travel speed unladen
- 20 km/h
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
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Who the EFL253P suits, and when to pick another model
Built for
- Continuous, high-throughput operations
- Long runs across large yards
- Steep ramps, with 22% gradeability laden
- Loads up to 2.5 t and racking up to 6 m
- Replacing a hard-worked 2.5 t diesel
Look at another EP model if
- Your work is everyday rather than flat-outEFL2532.5 t, 205Ah, 12 km/h
- You want more power without top paceEFL253S2.5 t, 17 kW drive, 230Ah
- Your loads stay at 2 tEFL203P2 t, 20 km/h, pneumatic tyres
- Your loads go up to 3 tEFL303P3 t, 80V 460Ah
Not sure? Tell us what you lift and we'll recommend the right truck.
What makes the EFL253P work
The P is the fastest and best-equipped 2.5 tonne EFL 3 truck. Here's what sets it apart.
Fastest of the 2.5 t trucks
Travel speed is 19 km/h laden and 20 km/h empty. On big sites with long runs, that keeps more pallets moving through the shift.
Quick lifting
Lift speed reaches 0.48 m/s laden and 0.54 m/s empty, the fastest in the EFL253 line. EP's VDI 2198 test puts throughput at 165 t/h.
Made for ramps
As the Premium 2.5 t model, the EFL253P pairs a 17 kW drive motor with a 22% laden and 28% unladen gradeability rating. The standard EFL253 manages 15%, so the P is the one to choose for steep dock ramps.
Larger battery for long days
An 80V, 280Ah lithium-ion battery is fitted as standard, the largest in the EFL253 line. Top up in breaks and keep the truck going.
IC-style strength
It is built on the chassis of EP's T8 IC range with a slimmer counterweight. A rain-proofed charging port guards against splashes.
Cab and controls
A tempered-glass closed roof, optional semi-cab or full cab with heater or air conditioning, and an optional armrest joystick. The LED display shows speed, working time, battery and mileage.
The EFL253P in action
Photos from EP Equipment of the EFL253, 303 and 353, the family the EFL253P belongs to, at work. Tap a photo to enlarge it.
EFL253P technical specifications
Figures from EP's datasheet for the standard truck. Mast, battery and options change some values. Source: EP's EFL253P datasheet.
Capacity and lifting11
| Rated capacity | 2,500 kg |
|---|---|
| Max lift height | 6,000 mm |
| Tilt of mast/fork carriage forward/backward | 6° / 10° |
| Height, mast lowered | 2,090 mm |
| Free lift | 120 mm |
| Lift | 3,000 mm |
| Height, mast extended | 4,025 mm |
| Coupling height | 330 mm |
| Fork carriage ISO 2328, class/type A, B | 2A |
| Operating pressure for attachments | 180 bar |
| Oil volume for attachments | 35ℓ/min |
Dimensions and weight20
| Load centre distance | 500 mm |
|---|---|
| Load distance, centre of drive axle to fork | 495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,740 mm |
| Service weight | 4,025 kg |
| Axle loading, laden front/rear | 5865 / 660 kg |
| Axle loading, unladen front/rear | 1935 / 2,090 kg |
| Tread width, front | 975 mm |
| Tread width, rear | 955 mm |
| Height of overhead guard (cabin) | 2,165 mm |
| Seat height relating to SIP/stand height | 1,095 mm |
| Overall length | 3,600 mm |
| Length to face of forks | 2,530 mm |
| Overall width | 1,154 mm |
| Fork dimensions | 40 × 122 × 1,070 mm |
| Fork carriage width | 1,040 mm |
| Ground clearance, laden, below mast | 115 mm |
| Ground clearance, centre of wheelbase | 170 mm |
| Aisle width for pallets 1000×1200 crossways | 4,000 mm |
| Aisle width for pallets 800 × 1200 lengthways | 4,200 mm |
| Turning radius | 2,305 mm |
Performance8
| Travel speed, laden/unladen | 19 / 20 km/h |
|---|---|
| Lift speed, laden/unladen | 0.48 / 0.54 m/s |
| Lowering speed, laden/unladen | 0.43 / 0.44 m/s |
| Max. gradeability, laden/unladen | 22 / 28 % |
| Service brake | Hydraulic |
| Parking brake | Mechanical |
| Turnover efficiency according to VDI 2198 | 22.39 |
| Steering design | Hydraulic |
Battery and electrics7
| Drive motor rating S2 60 min | 17 kW |
|---|---|
| Lift motor rating at S3 15% | 26 kW |
| Battery voltage | 80 V |
| Battery nominal capacity K5 | 280 Ah |
| Battery type | Li-Ion |
| Battery weight | 186 kg |
| Energy consumption according to DIN EN 16796 | 7.35 kWh/h |
Tyres and wheels4
| Tyres | Solidrubber |
|---|---|
| Tyre size, front | 7.00-12 mm |
| Tyre size, rear | 18 × 7-8 mm |
| Wheels, number front/rear (x=drive wheels) | 2X-2 |
Other6
| Manufacturer | EP |
|---|---|
| Model designation | EFL253P |
| Drive | Electric |
| Operator type | Seated |
| Turnover output according to VDI 2198 | 165 |
| Type of drive unit | AC |
EFL253P against similar EP models
The closest EP 4-wheel forklifts by capacity and lift height.
| Spec | EFL253PThis model | EFL252X5 | EFL253 | EFL253S |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 2,500 kg | 2,500 kg | 2,500 kg | 2,500 kg |
| Max lift height | 6.0 m | 6.0 m | 6.0 m | 6.0 m |
| Battery | 80V / 280Ah | 280Ah | 80V / 205Ah | 80V / 230Ah |
| Turning radius | 2,305 mm | 2,270 mm | 2,305 mm | 2,305 mm |
| Overall width | 1,154 mm | 1,154 mm | 1,154 mm | 1,154 mm |
| Travel speed | 19 / 20 km/h | 16 / 17 km/h | 11 / 12 km/h | 16 / 17 km/h |
| Weight | 4,025 kg | 3,835 kg | 3,780 kg | 3,955 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 EFL253P 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 EFL253P
Anything else, call us on 01 5267 411 (ROI) or 028 3833 7038 (NI).
What does the P mean on the EFL253P?
Premium. It shares the 17 kW drive motor and 26 kW lift power of the EFL253S, but adds a 280Ah battery and faster settings: 19/20 km/h, 0.48/0.54 m/s lifting and 22/28% gradeability, laden and unladen.
How does it compare with the standard EFL253?
The EFL253 has a 10 kW drive motor, 205Ah battery, 12 km/h top speed and 15% gradeability. The P is much quicker and better on slopes, for continuous high-demand work.
Can it work outdoors all year?
Yes. Solid rubber tyres and 170 mm of ground clearance handle uneven ground. A closed roof is fitted, with a windscreen, semi-cab, full cab, heater or air conditioning as options.
What aisle width does it need?
The same as the rest of the EFL253 line: EP quotes 4,000 mm for 1000 x 1200 pallets crossways, with a 2,305 mm turning radius.
Can it replace a busy diesel truck?
For loads up to 2.5 t on demanding, continuous work, it is designed to do exactly that, with no fuel or exhaust. Tell us your duty cycle and we will confirm.
Can I hire the EFL253P?
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 EFL253P 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 EFL253P?
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 EFL253P
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.