1 / 11EP TVL181 3-wheel dual-drive electric forklift
A 1.8 tonne, 80V lithium-ion 3-wheeler with twin drive motors and a 205Ah battery. It turns in 1,550 mm, so it carries heavier pallets through narrow warehouse aisles.
- Lift capacity
- 1,800 kg
- Max lift height
- 6.0 m
- Lithium-ion battery
- 80V 205Ah
- Turning radius
- 1,550 mm
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Who the TVL181 suits, and when to pick another model
Built for
- Narrow warehouse aisles under 3.5 m
- Pallets up to 1.8 t and racking up to 6 m
- Dock loading and side-bay lorries
- Indoor work on smooth floors
- Sites with a 16 A single-phase supply for the built-in charger
Look at another EP model if
- Your ceilings are low or you load containersTVL1821.8 t, PMSM drive, guard under 2 m
- Your loads reach 2 tTVL2012 t, same 205Ah battery
- You prefer a 4-wheel truckCPD18FVL4-wheel dual drive, 1.8 t
- You also work outsideEFL1831.8 t, indoor & outdoor
Not sure? Tell us what you lift and we'll recommend the right truck.
What makes the TVL181 work
The TVL181 is the 1.8 t member of EP's original TVL range, with a larger battery than the 1.5 t TVL151. Here's what it brings.
205Ah battery
It carries an 80V 205Ah lithium-ion battery, larger than the 150Ah in the TVL151 and TVL182. That gives more energy in reserve for busy shifts, and you can top up in breaks.
Twin 5.0 kW drive
Two 5.0 kW AC motors drive the front wheels and help steer, reaching 14 km/h unladen. EP rates the 80V system as more efficient than 48V.
Tight turning
On three wheels the TVL181 turns in 1,550 mm, only 100 mm more than the 1.5 t TVL151 while carrying an extra 300 kg. That keeps 1.8 t loads moving through racking runs narrower than 3.5 m.
Charger on board
A single-phase 35 A charger is built in, with a 16 A plug. You charge where the truck parks, with no separate charger to house.
Steady mast
Lifting to 6.0 m, the TVL181 borrows the high-strength mast EP developed for its CPD20L2. It wobbles less with a full 1.8 t on the forks, so pallets go up and into place faster, and its open profile keeps the fork tips in sight.
Room for the operator
The compact lithium battery leaves space for 394 mm of legroom, with an adjustable steering wheel and bucket seat. EP measured 108 t/h moved at 24.11 t per kWh under VDI 2198.
The TVL181 in action
Photos from EP Equipment of the TVL181 (CPD18TVL) at work. Tap a photo to enlarge it.
TVL181 technical specifications
Figures from EP's datasheet for the standard truck. Mast, battery and options change some values. Source: EP's TVL181 datasheet.
Capacity and lifting11
| Rated capacity | 1,800 kg |
|---|---|
| Max lift height | 6,000 mm |
| Tilt of mast/fork carriage forward/backward | 5° / 5° |
| Height, mast lowered | 2,075 mm |
| Free lift | 100 mm |
| Lift | 3,000 mm |
| Height, mast extended | 4,055 mm |
| Coupling height | 600 mm |
| Fork carriage ISO 2328, class/type A, B | 2A |
| Operating pressure for attachments | 180 bar |
| Oil volume for attachments | 25ℓ/min |
Dimensions and weight21
| Load centre distance | 500 mm |
|---|---|
| Load distance, centre of drive axle to fork | 420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,330 mm |
| Service weight | 3,269 kg |
| Axle loading, laden front/rear | 4415 / 654 kg |
| Axle loading, unladen front/rear | 1368 / 1,901 kg |
| Tread width, front | 943 mm |
| Tread width, rear | 210 mm |
| Height of overhead guard (cabin) | 2,078 mm |
| Seat height relating to SIP/stand height | 1,050 mm |
| Overall length | 2,833 mm |
| Length to face of forks | 1,913 mm |
| Overall width | 1,100 mm |
| Fork dimensions | 40 × 100 × 920 mm |
| Fork carriage width | 1,040 mm |
| Ground clearance, laden, below mast | 89 mm |
| Ground clearance, centre of wheelbase | 92 mm |
| Aisle width for pallets 1000×1200 crossways | 3,275 mm |
| Aisle width for pallets 800 × 1200 lengthways | 3,400 mm |
| Turning radius | 1,550 mm |
| Sound pressure level at the driver's seat | 70 dB(A) |
Performance8
| Travel speed, laden/unladen | 13 / 14 km/h |
|---|---|
| Lift speed, laden/unladen | 0.33 / 0.45 m/s |
| Lowering speed, laden/unladen | 0.4 / 0.44 m/s |
| Max. gradeability, laden/unladen | 10 / 15 % |
| Service brake | Hydraulic |
| Parking brake | Mechanical |
| Turnover efficiency according to VDI 2198 | 24.11 |
| Steering design | Hydraulic |
Battery and electrics7
| Drive motor rating S2 60 min | 5.0 × 2 kW |
|---|---|
| Lift motor rating at S3 15% | 11 kW |
| Battery voltage | 80 V |
| Battery nominal capacity K5 | 205 Ah |
| Battery type | Li-Ion |
| Battery weight | 185 kg |
| Energy consumption according to DIN EN 16796 | 5.87 kWh/h |
Tyres and wheels4
| Tyres | Solid rubber |
|---|---|
| Tyre size, front | 18 × 7-8 mm |
| Tyre size, rear | 140 / 55-9 mm |
| Wheels, number front/rear (x=drive wheels) | 2X/2 |
Other6
| Manufacturer | EP |
|---|---|
| Model designation | TVL181 |
| Drive | Electric |
| Operator type | Seated |
| Turnover output according to VDI 2198 | 108 |
| Type of drive unit | AC |
TVL181 against similar EP models
The closest EP 3-wheel forklifts by capacity and lift height.
| Spec | TVL181This model | TVL182 | TDL161 | TDL162 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1,800 kg | 1,800 kg | 1,600 kg | 1,600 kg |
| Max lift height | 6.0 m | 6.0 m | 6.0 m | 6.0 m |
| Battery | 80V / 205Ah | 80V / 150Ah | 48V / 280Ah | 80V / 280Ah |
| Turning radius | 1,550 mm | 1,641 mm | 1,605 mm | 1,639 mm |
| Overall width | 1,100 mm | 1,076 mm | 1,050 mm | 1,050 mm |
| Travel speed | 13 / 14 km/h | 13 / 14 km/h | 15 / 16 km/h | 16 / 17 km/h |
| Weight | 3,269 kg | 3,283 kg | 3,380 kg | 3,146 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 TVL181 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 TVL181
Anything else, call us on 01 5267 411 (ROI) or 028 3833 7038 (NI).
How is the TVL181 different from the TVL182?
Both lift 1.8 t to 6.0 m. The TVL181 has a larger 205Ah battery and a tighter 1,550 mm turning radius. The newer TVL182 uses PMSM motors, a cast chassis and a lower 1,984 mm overhead guard, and is quieter at 65 dB(A) against 70 dB(A).
Should I choose the TVL181 or the TVL201?
The TVL201 lifts 2,000 kg instead of 1,800 kg, with the same 205Ah battery. It is wider at 1,170 mm against 1,100 mm and turns in 1,585 mm against 1,550 mm.
Can the TVL181 work outside?
It's built for indoor warehouses and docks, on solid tyres with 89 mm of ground clearance under the mast. For yards, the EFL183 is designed for indoor and outdoor work.
What aisle width does it need?
Under 3.5 m is enough. Running 1000 x 1200 pallets crossways, the 1.8 t TVL181 needs a 3,275 mm aisle on EP's figures; switch to 800 x 1200 pallets lengthways and allow 3,400 mm. That is 147 mm narrower than the 4-wheel CPD18FVL needs for the same crossways pallet.
Can I hire the TVL181?
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 TVL181 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 TVL181?
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 TVL181
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.