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The stronger, faster version of EP's 3.5 tonne EFL353, with bigger motors and better climbing on the same 280Ah lithium-ion battery. For high-intensity work with heavy loads.
- Lift capacity
- 3,500 kg
- Max lift height
- 6.0 m
- Lithium-ion battery
- 80V 280Ah
- Travel speed, laden
- 16 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 EFL353S suits, and when to pick another model
Built for
- Busy sites moving 3.5 t loads all shift
- Long travel distances where speed saves time
- Ramps and loading bays, with 18% gradeability laden
- Yards and uneven ground, on solid tyres
- Replacing a hard-working 3.5 t diesel
Look at another EP model if
- Your work is steadierEFL353same battery, 11 km/h laden
- You need a bigger battery for long hoursEFL353P80V 460Ah, 19 km/h laden
- You prefer air-filled tyresEFL352X53.5 t, pneumatic, 280 or 560Ah
- You want the most advanced 3.5 t truckEFL35-PRO3.5 t Pro Series
Not sure? Tell us what you lift and we'll recommend the right truck.
What makes the EFL353S work
The S version of the EFL353 keeps the same battery and frame but adds more powerful motors. Here's what that changes.
More power, same battery
The S swaps the EFL353's 10 kW drive and 16 kW lift motors for 17 kW and 26 kW units. It keeps the 80V 280Ah lithium-ion battery.
Faster on the move
Travel speed rises to 16 km/h laden and 17 km/h unladen, from 11 and 12 km/h on the EFL353. Lift speed goes up to 0.4 m/s laden.
Better on ramps
Against the standard EFL353's 15%, the S climbs 18% with a load and 25% empty, thanks to a 17 kW drive motor in place of 10 kW. Loading docks and site slopes take less time.
Joystick option
The S can have hydraulic fingertip controls on the armrest in place of levers. Forks, direction, horn and emergency stop are all within easy reach.
Tough engine-truck build
Underneath, the EFL353S is an engine forklift chassis from EP's T8 range, riding on large solid tyres with 185 mm of clearance. Plug in outdoors without worry: the charging port is rain-proofed.
All-weather options
With 16 km/h laden travel, the S tends to work the yard, so think about weather kit. Its guard comes with a glass roof, and you can order a windscreen, semi-cab, full cab, heater or A/C to suit Irish winters.
The EFL353S in action
Photos from EP Equipment of the EFL S series, the family the EFL353S belongs to, at work. Tap a photo to enlarge it.
EFL353S technical specifications
Figures from EP's datasheet for the standard truck. Mast, battery and options change some values. Source: EP's EFL353S datasheet.
Capacity and lifting11
| Rated capacity | 3,500 kg |
|---|---|
| Max lift height | 6,000 mm |
| Tilt of mast/fork carriage forward/backward | 6° / 10° |
| Height, mast lowered | 2,070 mm |
| Free lift | 135 mm |
| Lift | 3,000 mm |
| Height, mast extended | 4,095 mm |
| Coupling height | 345 mm |
| Fork carriage ISO 2328, class/type A, B | 3A |
| 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 | 486 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,740 mm |
| Service weight | 4,625 kg |
| Axle loading, laden front/rear | 7355 / 770 kg |
| Axle loading, unladen front/rear | 1870 / 2,755 kg |
| Tread width, front | 1,010 mm |
| Tread width, rear | 955 mm |
| Height of overhead guard (cabin) | 2,180 mm |
| Seat height relating to SIP/stand height | 1,110 mm |
| Overall length | 3,688 mm |
| Length to face of forks | 2,618 mm |
| Overall width | 1,210 mm |
| Fork dimensions | 50 × 122 × 1,070 mm |
| Fork carriage width | 1,100 mm |
| Ground clearance, laden, below mast | 130 mm |
| Ground clearance, centre of wheelbase | 185 mm |
| Aisle width for pallets 1000×1200 crossways | 4,091 mm |
| Aisle width for pallets 800 × 1200 lengthways | 4,291 mm |
| Turning radius | 2,405 mm |
Performance8
| Travel speed, laden/unladen | 16 / 17 km/h |
|---|---|
| Lift speed, laden/unladen | 0.4 / 0.5 m/s |
| Lowering speed, laden/unladen | 0.43 / 0.44 m/s |
| Max. gradeability, laden/unladen | 18 / 25 % |
| Service brake | Hydraulic |
| Parking brake | Mechanical |
| Turnover efficiency according to VDI 2198 | 22.01 |
| 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 | 11.43 kWh/h |
Tyres and wheels4
| Tyres | Solidrubber |
|---|---|
| Tyre size, front | 28 × 9-15 mm |
| Tyre size, rear | 200 / 50-10 mm |
| Wheels, number front/rear (x=drive wheels) | 2X-2 |
Other6
| Manufacturer | EP |
|---|---|
| Model designation | EFL353S |
| Drive | Electric |
| Operator type | Seated |
| Turnover output according to VDI 2198 | 217 |
| Type of drive unit | AC |
EFL353S against similar EP models
The closest EP 4-wheel forklifts by capacity and lift height.
| Spec | EFL353SThis model | EFL352X5 | EFL353 | EFL353P |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 3,500 kg | 3,500 kg | 3,500 kg | 3,500 kg |
| Max lift height | 6.0 m | 6.0 m | 6.0 m | 6.0 m |
| Battery | 80V / 280Ah | 280Ah | 80V / 280Ah | 80V / 460Ah |
| Turning radius | 2,405 mm | 2,498 mm | 2,405 mm | 2,405 mm |
| Overall width | 1,210 mm | 1,230 mm | 1,210 mm | 1,210 mm |
| Travel speed | 16 / 17 km/h | 16 / 17 km/h | 11 / 12 km/h | 19 / 20 km/h |
| Weight | 4,625 kg | 5,020 kg | 4,570 kg | 5,000 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 EFL353S 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 EFL353S
Anything else, call us on 01 5267 411 (ROI) or 028 3833 7038 (NI).
How is the EFL353S different from the EFL353?
Same 3.5 t capacity, chassis and 280Ah battery. The S has stronger motors (17 kW drive, 26 kW lift), travels at 16 km/h laden instead of 11, and climbs 18% laden instead of 15%.
How does it compare to the EFL353P?
They share the 17 kW drive motor and the same frame. The P swaps the 280Ah battery for 460Ah, travels at 19 km/h laden against 16 km/h, and climbs 20% laden against 18%. Pick the S for one busy shift and the P for long days or several shifts.
Can the EFL353S work outside?
Yes, the EFL353S is made for yards, on solid tyres that can't puncture and with 185 mm under the wheelbase. Its 18% laden gradeability helps on ramps, the charge port is rain-proofed, and heated or air-conditioned cabs are available for winter.
Can I get joystick controls?
Yes, as an option on the EFL353S (and the P). A hydraulic fingertip unit at the end of the armrest replaces the levers, so an operator moving 3.5 t loads all shift works with small finger movements, including direction, horn and emergency stop.
Can it replace my diesel forklift?
If your 3.5 t diesel does heavy, steady work, the S is the usual swap. It travels at 16 km/h laden, climbs 18% and runs on an 80V 280Ah battery, with no fumes when it comes inside. Tell us your loads, distances and ground and we'll confirm.
Can I hire the EFL353S?
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 EFL353S 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 EFL353S?
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 EFL353S
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.