28 Ton Timber Yard Heavy Duty Forklift Truck Handling Long Log Bundles
The 28 Ton Timber Yard Heavy Duty Forklift Truck Handling Long Log Bundles is an SLD heavy lift forklift truck engineered for the most demanding lifting duty in timber yard log handling, lumber bundle transport, sawmill infeed feeding and wood product loading. Rated at 28,000 kg at a 1250 mm load center, the FD280 pairs a Weichai WD10G240E21 turbocharged diesel engine with a ZL60 powershift transmission and a reinforced hub reduction axle.
The result is a 28 ton heavy lift forklift that maintains stable, predictable performance shift after shift, whether the load is a laden container, a steel slab or an oversized fabricated block. Every FD280 is assembled in an ISO 9001 controlled facility and validated by 3D finite element analysis before it leaves the line.
Heavy lift forklift buyers in a Nordic timber processing yard choose the FD280 because it balances raw lifting power with the durability that heavy duty operations require. The machine is not a light truck scaled up; it is a purpose built 28 ton forklift with a firm box-type frame, a long wheelbase and a wide tread that keep the load stable throughout the lift cycle.
That structural integrity, combined with full-hydraulic steering and four heavy caliper disc brakes, is what allows operators to work faster and more safely on ramps, in yards and across uneven surfaces.
Key Features
- Reliable Weichai Turbocharged Power: a Weichai WD10 series turbocharged diesel engine delivers strong torque and low fuel consumption, meeting the demand for high efficiency 28 ton duty.
- Heavy Duty Box-Type Frame: the reinforced box-type frame is verified through 3D finite element analysis and main welds pass non destructive testing, improving transverse and longitudinal stability.
- Reinforced Hub Reduction Axle: a high strength axle case and hub reduction design carry 28,000 kg loads with excellent stability and reliability.
- Full-Hydraulic Steering: a transverse oil cylinder steering bridge gives flexible, light and reliable steering even under maximum load.
- Four Caliper Disc Brakes: thickened discs and a rear air tank keep braking stable and heat dissipation fast when fully loaded.
- Pilot Valve Control: the pilot valve control system raises working efficiency and reduces driver labor intensity.
- Independent Cooling: separate transmission oil and hydraulic oil cooling maintains system stability in demanding Nordic timber processing yard conditions.
- Comfortable Cab: an air conditioned cab with rupture membrane, heat and sound insulation, sunroof and damping seat keeps operators productive.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
Unit |
| Model |
FD280 |
— |
| Power Type |
Diesel |
— |
| Rated Capacity |
28,000 |
kg |
| Load Center |
1250 |
mm |
| Lift Height |
4000 |
mm |
| Fork Size |
2200x300x120 |
mm |
| Overall Width |
3150 |
mm |
| Wheelbase |
4700 |
mm |
| Service Weight |
35,000 |
kg |
| Max Traction (Load) |
180 |
kN |
| Travel Speed (Unload/Load) |
28/23 |
km/h |
| Lifting Speed (Unload/Load) |
250/178 |
mm/s |
| Engine Model |
WD10G240E21 (WEICHAI) |
— |
| Rated Output |
162 |
kW |
| Transmission |
ZL60 |
— |
| Front Tire |
4 x 14.00-24-32PR |
— |
Note: the above data are subject to change without prior notice. Custom masts, forks, attachments and lifting heights are available for special heavy lift projects.
Applications
The FD280 is specified for timber yard log handling, lumber bundle transport, sawmill infeed feeding and wood product loading. Its 28,000 kg capacity, full-hydraulic steering and heavy duty chassis make it equally effective in continuous terminal cycles and in yard, mill or fabrication shop duty.
Customers also deploy the machine for heavy cargo loading, oversized equipment movement and megaproject logistics where a crane would otherwise be required. Because the forklift carries its own lifting power, operations gain flexibility and reduce dependency on shared lifting equipment.
Company Strength
SLD is a specialist heavy lift forklift manufacturer with an integrated production base covering research and development, structural fabrication, assembly, testing and after sales service. Our engineering team designs the box-type frame, mast and axle packages in house, and every heavy duty forklift passes a load test and inspection before shipment.
We supply 16 ton to 40 ton heavy lift forklifts to more than 60 countries, and our export team supports buyers with documentation, shipping coordination, spare parts and technical advice. For customers in Nordic timber processing yards, we provide responsive project support from inquiry through commissioning, so a heavy lift forklift purchase becomes a long term partnership rather than a one off transaction.
Production Experience
Our factory has manufactured heavy duty material handling equipment for over twenty years, and the heavy lift forklift line alone has delivered thousands of 28 ton class machines into ports, steel plants, shipyards, timber yards and precast concrete facilities.
Production follows a disciplined process: laser cut and formed steel structures, robotic welding of critical joints, non destructive testing of main welds, precision machining of mast and axle parts, and controlled assembly of the powertrain and hydraulic system. Each FD280 then undergoes static and dynamic load testing, brake testing and a functional hydraulic check.
That accumulated production experience is why SLD heavy lift forklifts hold up in the field, and why our engineers can quickly tailor a machine to a specific duty cycle.
Case Solutions
A Nordic timber processing yard used the 28 ton heavy duty forklift to move long log bundles from storage to the sawmill infeed. Long forks and a wide carriage balanced the uneven loads, and high ground clearance coped with mud and gravel on the yard. Feeding consistency improved and loading truck waiting time fell by 17 percent.
Projects like this show how a correctly specified 28 ton heavy lift forklift solves real operational problems. When customers describe their load, surface, duty cycle and site constraints, our engineers match mast, fork, axle and cooling options so the machine performs from day one rather than being retrofitted later. That consulting step is a core part of the SLD delivery process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the forks be lengthened for logs?
A: Yes, extended forks and a widened carriage can be supplied for long timber bundles.
Q: Does it suit rough yards?
A: High ground clearance and sturdy tyres let the forklift work on gravel, mud and uneven timber yard surfaces.
Q: What is the lifting capacity?
A: Rated capacity is 28000 kg at a 1250 mm load center.
Q: Is a cab available?
A: A fully enclosed air conditioned cab with heating is available for cold climate timber operations.
Q: Can it feed a sawmill line?
A: Yes, many customers use it for steady sawmill infeed and outfeed handling.
Packaging & Quality Assurance
Every FD280 is prepared for ocean freight with corrosion protection, secured fixings and, where required, partial disassembly for flat rack container loading. Documentation includes the operation manual, spare parts catalogue and warranty statement.
The forklift carries a 12 month or 2000 hour warranty on major components, supported by our overseas spare parts channels and remote technical help. For heavy lift forklift fleet owners we also offer scheduled maintenance plans and operator training so that equipment availability and safety stay high over the full service life.
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