Gray Forklift Services handles a historic 13,000 kg locomotive thanks to Carer A 160 X

Carer Forklift, a leading manufacturer of electric forklifts based in the province of Ravenna, Italy, operates worldwide through a global dealer network. Recently, for example, it joined its Scottish dealer in a very delicate handling operation: moving a historic 13-ton locomotive.

Industrial settings and aerospace hubs, nuclear power plants and manufacturing arenas: we often talk about the endless applications of Carer's supply, which - combining line range and engineering research - can meet any need. In a framework of almost unlimited operations, it often happens that Carer's forklifts are used in unprecedented scenarios, such as the restoration and protection of technological and cultural heritage. And this is precisely what happened in the United Kingdom, when dealer Gray Forklift Services Ltd. was called upon to handle a valuable vintage locomotive.

A challange in detail

We are in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, and Carer's local dealer was involved in a very delicate handling operation: the lifting of Simplex, a historic locomotive of the Royal Deeside Railway, an old and prestigious railway company. Simplex dates back to 1957 and was known for its smooth, precise operation and its diesel power: a pionieering motorization for that time. The challenge was clear: finding a forklift capable of handling its 13,000 kilograms to bring it safely to a restoration site, where Royal Deeside engineers will soon restore it to its former glory in order to display at Milton of Crathes station.

A achivment that smacks of first time

Gray Forklift Services Ltd. had no doubts, identifying Carer A 160 X - 1200 as the best solution to cope with a load of such tonnage: the truck, with its 16 t nominal capacity, easily accomplished the task. A challenge met with only apparent ease, because it marks a record. Indeed, it is believed that no forklift has ever moved this type of vehicle before: an achievement made possible by the team at Gray Forklift Services Ltd. and the power of the Carer A-line, consisting of "heavyweights" capable of lifting up to 200 t.

To discover the potential of Carer's offering and its many areas of application, please contact us by writing to info@carerforklift.com or by calling +39 0545.1938010: we will be glad to satisfy your every request.