1 / 9EP WSA161 walk-behind stacker
A heavy-duty 1.6 tonne walk-behind stacker with lithium-ion power and a built-in charger. Quick lifting to 5.5 m for busy warehouses with tight aisles.
- Lift capacity
- 1,600 kg
- Max lift height
- 5.5 m
- Lithium-ion battery
- 24V 100Ah or 205Ah
- Turning radius
- 1,506 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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Who the WSA161 suits, and when to pick another model
Built for
- Busy warehouses stacking pallets many times a shift
- Multi-level racking up to 5.5 m
- Narrow aisles, with a 1,506 mm turning radius
- Open-based pallets up to 1.6 t
- Sites moving to lithium with a built-in charger
Look at another EP model if
- You want to move two pallets at onceWSA161Iinitial lift, 2,000 kg on the support arms
- You handle mixed or non-standard palletsWSA161-Dadjustable straddle legs, 5.5 m max lift
- Your runs are longRSL16-PROride-on platform, 9 km/h laden
- Your pallets have closed basesRSC152counterbalance, no legs under the forks
Not sure? Tell us what you lift and we'll recommend the right truck.
What makes the WSA161 work
The WSA161 is the 1.6 t model in EP's WSA heavy-duty range, built for frequent stacking rather than occasional use.
Quick, precise lifting
A 4.5 kW lift motor raises loads at 0.23 m/s laden and lowers them at 0.4 m/s. Proportional control lets the operator slow right down for the last few centimetres into the racking.
Compact chassis
It's only 774 mm from the back of the truck to the fork face, 810 mm wide, and turns in 1,506 mm. EP rates it for 2,356 mm aisles with 800 x 1200 pallets lengthways.
See past the mast
Two side lift cylinders come as standard, leaving a clearer view through the mast. The operator sees the forks and the pallet when lifting.
Lithium, charger on board
A 24V 100Ah lithium-ion battery with an integrated 30A charger means no battery room, no watering and no battery changes. A 205Ah battery is available for multi-shift work, and lead-acid can also be specified.
Small details that help
The redesigned cover has a storage pocket and a USB outlet. The ergonomic tiller and creep speed mode make slow, close work easier and safer.
Copes with slopes
It is rated for 8% gradients laden and 16% unladen, so gentle ramps on site are no problem. Travel speed is 5 km/h laden and 5.5 km/h unladen.
The WSA161 in action
Photos from EP Equipment of the WSA121 and WSA161 at work. Tap a photo to enlarge it.
Pick the battery to match your shifts
Same truck, different battery sizes, so you only pay for the capacity you'll use.
Suits most single shifts, especially with top-up charging in breaks.
Double the capacity, for multi-shift sites where the stacker rarely stands still.
Not sure which size? Tell us your shift pattern and we'll recommend one.
WSA161 technical specifications
Figures from EP's datasheet for the standard truck. Mast, battery and options change some values. Source: EP's WSA161 datasheet.
Capacity and lifting7
| Rated capacity | 1,600 kg |
|---|---|
| Max lift height | 5,500 mm |
| Height, mast lowered | 2,015 mm |
| Lift | 2,915 mm |
| Height, mast extended | 3,495 mm |
| Height drawbar in driving position min./max. | 715 / 1,200 mm |
| Height, lowered | 90 mm |
Dimensions and weight21
| Load centre distance | 600 mm |
|---|---|
| Load distance, centre of drive axle to fork | 690 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,261 mm |
| Service weight | 1,070 kg |
| Axle loading, laden front/rear | 780 / 1,890 kg |
| Axle loading, unladen front/rear | 730 / 340 kg |
| Tread width, front | 538 mm |
| Tread width, rear | 406 mm |
| Width of loading surface | 170 |
| Overall length | 1,924 mm |
| Length to face of forks | 774 mm |
| Overall width | 810 mm |
| Fork dimensions | 65 × 170 × 1,150 mm |
| Fork carriage width | 750 mm |
| Distance between fork-arms | 570 mm |
| Ground clearance, laden, below mast | 25 mm |
| Ground clearance, centre of wheelbase | 25 mm |
| Aisle width for pallets 1000×1200 crossways | 2,383 mm |
| Aisle width for pallets 800 × 1200 lengthways | 2,356 mm |
| Turning radius | 1,506 mm |
| Sound pressure level at the driver's seat | 74 dB(A) |
Performance8
| Travel speed, laden/unladen | 5 / 5.5 km/h |
|---|---|
| Lift speed, laden/unladen | 0.23 / 0.3 m/s |
| Lowering speed, laden/unladen | 0.4 / 0.36 m/s |
| Max. gradeability, laden/unladen | 8 / 16 % |
| Service brake | Electromagnetic |
| Parking brake | Electromagnetic |
| Turnover efficiency according to VDI 2198 | 46.24t/kWh |
| Steering design | Mechanical |
Battery and electrics7
| Drive motor rating S2 60 min | 1.6 kW |
|---|---|
| Lift motor rating at S3 15% | 4.5 kW |
| Battery voltage | 24 V |
| Battery nominal capacity K5 | 100 Ah |
| Battery type | Li-Ion |
| Battery weight | 40 kg |
| Charger output current | 30 A |
Tyres and wheels5
| Tyres | Polyurethane |
|---|---|
| Tyre size, front | 230 × 75 mm |
| Tyre size, rear | 85 × 70 mm |
| Additional wheels (castor wheels) | 130 × 55 mm |
| Wheels, number front/rear (x=drive wheels) | 1x，1 / 4 |
Other6
| Manufacturer | EP |
|---|---|
| Model designation | WSA161 |
| Drive | Electric |
| Operator type | Pedestrian |
| Turnover output according to VDI 2198 | 64t/h |
| Type of drive unit | AC |
WSA161 against similar EP models
The closest EP electric stackers by capacity and lift height.
| Spec | WSA161This model | WSA161-D | ES16-RS | WSA161I |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1,600 kg | 1,600 kg | 1,600 kg | 1,600 kg |
| Max lift height | 5.5 m | 5.5 m | 5.5 m | 3.0 m |
| Battery | 24V 100Ah Li-ion | 24V 205Ah Li-ion | 24V 210Ah lead-acid | 24V 100Ah |
| Turning radius | 1,506 mm | 1,630 mm | 1730 / 2,090 mm | 1,826 mm |
| Overall width | 810 mm | 1270 / 1370 / 1,470 mm | 850 mm | 810 mm |
| Travel speed | 5 / 5.5 km/h | 5 / 5.5 km/h | 5.5 / 6.0 km/h | 5 / 5.5 km/h |
| Weight | 1,070 kg | – | 1,240 kg | 1,120 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 WSA161 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 WSA161
Anything else, call us on 01 5267 411 (ROI) or 028 3833 7038 (NI).
How high does the WSA161 lift?
EP's spec table gives a maximum lift height of 5.5 m. The right mast depends on your top beam height, so tell us your racking and we'll specify it.
Should I choose the WSA161 or the WSA161i?
The WSA161 is the standard stacker. The WSA161i adds initial lift: its support arms rise 120 mm, so it can carry two pallets at once, with up to 2,000 kg on the arms. The trade-off is a longer truck that turns in 1,826 mm against 1,506 mm.
How does it compare with the WSA161-D?
The WSA161-D is a straddle stacker. Its legs adjust to three widths and its forks spread from 200 to 760 mm, so it handles mixed and non-standard pallets. It comes with a 205Ah battery as standard but is much wider, at 1,270 to 1,470 mm.
Which battery should I choose?
The 24V 100Ah lithium-ion battery suits most single shifts with top-ups in breaks. For multi-shift work, EP offers a 205Ah lithium battery. Lead-acid is also available if you prefer it.
Is it suitable for narrow aisles?
Yes. Rated aisle widths are 2,356 mm for 800 x 1200 Euro pallets lengthways and 2,383 mm for 1000 x 1200 UK pallets crossways, with a 1,506 mm turning radius.
When should I step up to a ride-on stacker?
If operators walk long distances between dock and racking, a platform stacker such as the RSL16-PRO travels at 9 km/h laden, against 5 km/h for the WSA161.
Can I hire the WSA161?
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 WSA161 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 WSA161?
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 WSA161
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.