1 / 11EP QDD601T tow tractor
EP's heaviest seated tow tractor: 6,000 kg towing, a 6 kW AC drive and 4,500 N of pull, on solid tyres for indoor and outdoor routes. For factories and logistics sites moving heavy trains.
- Towing capacity
- 6,000 kg
- Operator
- Seated
- Battery
- 48V 275Ah
- Max drawbar pull
- 4,500 N
Ask us for a price and a delivery date.
Or call 01 5267 411 (ROI) or 028 3833 7038 (NI).
- Ireland's exclusive EP Equipment dealer
- Buy, or hire as part of a fleet
- Delivered and serviced by our own engineers
- Download the QDD601T datasheet (PDF)
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Who the QDD601T suits, and when to pick another model
Built for
- Heavy towing up to 6,000 kg
- Production lines, factories and large logistics centres
- Routes across yards and between buildings
- Operators driving most of the shift
- All-weather work with a semi- or fully enclosed cabin
Look at another EP model if
- Your loads stay under 3 tQDD301Tseated, 3,000 kg, 48V 240Ah
- You tow indoors in tight spacesQDD45Sstand-on, 4,500 kg, turns in 1,168 mm
Not sure? Tell us what you lift and we'll recommend the right truck.
What makes the QDD601T work
The QDD601T shares its chassis with the QDD301T but doubles the towing capacity. Here's what's different.
6,000 kg towing
Rated drawbar pull is 1,200 N with a maximum of 4,500 N, enough for heavy trains of carts and trailers. It climbs 7% laden and 25% empty.
6 kW AC drive
A 6 kW maintenance-free AC motor, half as powerful again as the QDD301T's 4 kW, drives through a vertical gearbox. It travels at 7 km/h laden and 17 km/h empty.
Electronic steering
Steering is electronic, where the QDD301T's is mechanical. That keeps it light to drive with heavy loads behind.
Bigger battery
A 48V 275Ah battery, against 240Ah on the QDD301T, comes out from the side for checks and changes. Lithium-ion is available as an option.
Stable on any surface
Solid rubber 4.00-8 tyres, 150 mm of ground clearance and a low centre of gravity handle smooth floors and rougher yards alike. A heavy-duty frame stands up to daily heavy towing.
Comfortable for long shifts
Legroom, low pedals and an adjustable column keep the driver comfortable, at 70 dB(A) at the seat. Semi- or fully enclosed cabins, LED lights and telematics are available.
QDD601T technical specifications
Figures from EP's datasheet for the standard truck. Mast, battery and options change some values. Source: EP's QDD601T datasheet.
Capacity and lifting3
| Rated capacity | 6,000 kg |
|---|---|
| Coupling height | 244 / 312 / 379 mm |
| Loading height, unladen | 587 |
Dimensions and weight14
| Wheelbase | 1,105 mm |
|---|---|
| Service weight | 1,150 kg |
| Axle loading, unladen front/rear | 500 / 650 kg |
| Tread width, rear | 880 mm |
| Overall height | 1,335 mm |
| Seat height relating to SIP/stand height | 947 mm |
| Length of loading surface | 350 |
| Width of loading surface | 590 |
| Overall length | 1,985 mm |
| Overall width | 1010 / 990 mm |
| Ground clearance, centre of wheelbase | 150 mm |
| Turning radius | 1,780 mm |
| Internal turning radius | 1170 |
| Sound pressure level at the driver's seat | 70 dB(A) |
Performance5
| Travel speed, laden/unladen | 7 / 17 km/h |
|---|---|
| Max. gradeability, laden/unladen | 7 / 25 % |
| Service brake | Hydraulic |
| Parking brake | Mechanical |
| Steering design | Electronic |
Battery and electrics4
| Drive motor rating S2 60 min | 6 kW |
|---|---|
| Battery voltage/nominal capacity | 48 / 275V/Ah |
| Battery weight | 506 kg |
| Charger output current | 45 A |
Tyres and wheels4
| Tyres | Solidrubber |
|---|---|
| Tyre size, front | 4.00-8 mm |
| Tyre size, rear | 4.00-8 mm |
| Wheels, number front/rear | 1 / 2x x=drive wheels |
Other10
| Manufacturer | EP |
|---|---|
| Model designation | QDD601T |
| Drive | Electric |
| Operator type | Seated |
| Rated drawbar pull | 1,200 N |
| Overhang | 505 |
| Drawbar pull, laden/unladen | 1200 |
| Max. drawbar pull, laden/unladen | 4,500 N |
| Type of drive unit | AC |
| Towing coupling, type DIN 15170 | Plug-intype |
QDD601T against similar EP models
The closest EP tow tractors by capacity and lift height.
| Spec | QDD601TThis model | QDD45S | QDD30S | QDD301T |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,000 kg | 4,500 kg | 3,000 kg | 3,000 kg |
| Battery | 48V 275Ah | 24V 360Ah lead-acid | 24V 280Ah lead-acid | 48V 240Ah |
| Turning radius | 1,780 mm | 1,168 mm | 1,168 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Overall width | 1010 / 990 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 1010 / 990 mm |
| Travel speed | 7 / 17 km/h | 5 / 7 km/h | 5 / 7 km/h | 7 / 17 km/h |
| Weight | 1,150 kg | 850 kg | 760 kg | 1,100 kg |
Buy it, or add it to a hire fleet
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 as part of a fleet
We hire the QDD601T only as part of a fleet. Add it to a contract with forklifts or other trucks, at a weekly price on a 12-month contract, with servicing 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 QDD601T
Anything else, call us on 01 5267 411 (ROI) or 028 3833 7038 (NI).
How is the QDD601T different from the QDD301T?
It tows 6,000 kg against 3,000 kg, with a 6 kW motor instead of 4 kW, 4,500 N maximum pull instead of 3,000 N, a 48V 275Ah battery instead of 240Ah, and electronic rather than mechanical steering. Size and speeds match the QDD301T.
Can it work outdoors?
Yes. Solid rubber tyres, 150 mm of ground clearance and a low centre of gravity suit yards, and semi- or fully enclosed cabins are available for bad weather.
Can it tow up ramps?
It's rated for 7% laden and 25% unladen. With heavy trains, tell us the ramp gradient and length and we'll check it.
What coupling heights are there?
The coupling sets at 244, 312 or 379 mm to suit your trailers. Send us your trailer drawbar height and we'll confirm.
What battery does it use?
A 48V 275Ah battery that comes out from the side. EP offers lithium-ion as an option.
Can I hire the QDD601T?
Only as part of a fleet. If you hire forklifts or other trucks from us, we can add it to the same contract, at a weekly price with servicing and repairs included. On its own, it's to buy. We don't offer short-term hire. See forklift hire.
How much does the QDD601T cost?
It depends on the mast, battery and options you need. Ask for a price and we'll quote it to buy.
Who services the QDD601T?
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.
Similar to the QDD601T
Get a price on the EP QDD601T
Tell us your loads, lift height and site. We'll reply the same working day with a price to buy, or to hire as part of a fleet, and the right specification for the job.
Or call 01 5267 411 (ROI) or 028 3833 7038 (NI), or email sales@clearlift.ie.