The Manitou ME 425C is a lithium-ion electric forklift rated at 5,512 lb, so you get the higher capacity plus fast charging and no battery watering. It's the electric truck we'd point to for busy indoor operations that run multiple shifts.
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Manitou / Forklift
ME 425C
5512
lb
Max Capacity
9480
lb
Operating Weight
Electrical - Lead
Power Source
Lift & Reach
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5512
lb
Max Capacity
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Manitou
- Model Name: ME 425C US
- Power source: Electrical - Lead
- Operator type: Seated
- Max. capacity: 5512 lb
- Load center of gravity: 20 in
- Load distance, centre of drive axle to fork: 18 in
- Wheelbase: 58 in
- Service weight: 9480 lb
- Weight on front axle (laden) / rear axle (laden): 13360 lb / 1631 lb
- Weight on front axle (Unladen) / rear axle (Unladen): 4321 lb / 5159 lb
- Tires type: Solid tires
- Dimensions of front wheels: 23 x 9-10
- Dimensions of rear wheels: 18 x 7-8
- Number of front wheels / rear wheels: 2 / 2
- Number of drive wheels: 2
- Front wheel gauge: 42 in
- Rear wheel gauge: 38 in
- Seat height/stand height: 42 in
- Height of overhead guard (cabin): 85 in
- Height of towing bar (coupling height): 12 in
- Overall length: 137 in
- Length to face of forks: 92 in
- Overall width: 50 in
- Forks section / width / length: 5 in x 45 in x 2 in
- Fork carriage ISO 2328 (class/form) A/B: 2A
- Fork carriage width: 41 in
- Ground clearance below mast: 4 in
- Ground clearance at centre of wheelbase: 5 in
- Aisle Width for pallets 1000 x 1200 crossways: 147 in
- Aisle width for 800 x 1200 pallet lengthways: 155 in
- Turning radius: 82 in
- Internal turning radius (over tyres): 29 in
- Travel speed (laden / unladen): 9 mph-9 mph
- Lifting speed (laden / unladen): 0.75 ft/s-1 ft/s
- Lowering speed (laden / unladen): 1 ft/s-0.72 ft/s
- Drawbar pull (Laden / Unladen): 1800 daN / 1700 daN
- Gradeability (laden / unladen): 11 % / 12 %
- Service brake: Hydraulic
- Drive motor rating S2 60 min: 11 kW
- Lift motor rating at S3 15%: 8.60 kW
- Battery according to DIN 43531/35/36 A, B, C: DIN43531 B
- Battery voltage / capacity: 48 V / 700 Ah
- Energy consumption according to VDI cycle (kWh/h): 5.80 kWh/h
- Type of drive control: Electronic
- Working hydraulic pressure for attachments: 2538 PSI
- Oil flow rate for attachments: 9 US gpm
- Measured/guaranteed mean noise level at the ear of the operator: < 72 dB
- Sound level at the driver's ear according to DIN 12 053: 72 dB
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Frequently asked questions
Electric is best indoors and where clean air and low noise matter; diesel and gas suit outdoor, rough-terrain and heavy-duty yards. Our diesel vs electric guide covers the trade-offs, and we'll match capacity and mast to your lift height and door clearance.
Yes. We run the current Manitou and Gehl factory finance programs - ask for the full rate ladder when you request a quote (the Q2 2026 program runs through June 30, 2026). Financing is subject to credit approval and we'll walk you through the options.
We do, in house at our shop in Laddonia, MO. You're not shipping a machine across the country for warranty work or parts. Reach our team at (573) 321-1542.
Yes - across central and northeast Missouri, including Kansas City, St. Louis, Marshall, Kirksville, Jefferson City and Hannibal and the surrounding rural areas. Ask about delivery when you request your quote.
Commercial equipment is quote-driven - the right number depends on your configuration, attachments, financing and any current programs. Tell us about the job and we'll put together real pricing, no guessing.
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Warranty
Backed by the Manitou factory warranty. We handle warranty service in house at our Laddonia, MO shop - no shipping your machine across the country to get it covered.
Financing
Q2 financing offer: rates from 1.99% through June 30, 2026. Ask about 1.99% for 24 months, then 2.99%/36, 3.99%/48, 4.99%/60, or 5.49%/72 months. Subject to credit approval.
Through Manitou Finance and approved lenders. Rates shown are the current program; your rate and term depend on credit approval.
Why buy from Equipment Solutions Outdoors
Your local Manitou & Gehl dealer
Factory-backed sales, parts and warranty - right here in Laddonia, MO.
Service & parts in house
We support what we sell. No shipping your machine across the country for warranty work or parts.
We deliver across Missouri
Kansas City, St. Louis, Marshall, Kirksville, Jefferson City, Hannibal and the rural areas in between.
Real quotes, same business day
Tell us the job and we'll spec it and price it - no online guessing, no obligation.
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* Specifications per manufacturer, subject to change without notice. Verify before purchase.