BE-X series
The most important choice when buying a forklift: electric or diesel? Both have a clear place — this is the honest comparison from our daily practice.
Moderne elektrische heftrucks zoals de Hyundai B-X serie (Product of the Year 2025) leveren dieselprestaties: hefsnelheid, tractie en hellingen zijn geen onderscheid meer. Alleen bij zeer zware inzet boven 9 ton is diesel nog de standaard — al brengt de nieuwe 180B-X nu ook elektrisch 18 ton binnen bereik.
Electricity is significantly cheaper per hour than diesel, and an electric motor requires less maintenance (no oil, filters, exhaust). Within five years, electric is almost always the lowest TCO for inland and mixed use—especially with MIA/Vamil tax benefits upon purchase.
For heavy outdoor work on rough terrain, very long shifts without the possibility of charging, and capacities above 9 tons, a modern Stage V diesel like ours diesel forklifts still the sensible choice.
If you choose electric, make a conscious choice regarding the battery: lead-acid is cost-effective for fixed charging times (single-shift), while Li-ion is stronger for opportunity charging and multi-shift operations. We supply both on virtually every model from our electric forklifts.
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Slightly more expensive to purchase, significantly cheaper to use: less maintenance and lower energy costs. Over its lifespan, electric is usually more cost-effective, especially with MIA/Vamil.
Yes — modern models such as the BE-X and B-X work fine outdoors on paved surfaces. For rough terrain and very heavy loads, we recommend diesel.
Lead-acid charges overnight; li-ion charges quickly and can be opportunity-charged during breaks, enabling multi-shift operations without battery swapping.
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