35 Ton Rolling Mill Heavy Duty Diesel Forklift Truck Handling Steel Billets
The 35 Ton Rolling Mill Heavy Duty Diesel Forklift Truck Handling Steel Billets is an SLD heavy lift forklift truck engineered for the most demanding lifting duty in steel billet handling, rolling mill service, slab and bloom transport and heavy mill product staging. Rated at 35,000 kg at a 1250 mm load center, the FD350 pairs a Weichai WD10G240E21 turbocharged diesel engine with a ZL60 powershift transmission and a reinforced hub reduction axle.
The result is a 35 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 FD350 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 rolling mills choose the FD350 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 35 ton forklift with a firm box-type frame, long wheelbase and wide tread that keep the load stable throughout the lift cycle.
Key Features
- Reliable Weichai Turbocharged Power: Weichai WD10 series turbocharged diesel engine delivers strong torque and low fuel consumption, meeting the demand for high efficiency 35 ton duty.
- Heavy Duty Box-Type Frame: Reinforced box-type frame verified through 3D finite element analysis with main welds passing non-destructive testing, improving transverse and longitudinal stability.
- Reinforced Hub Reduction Axle: High strength axle case and hub reduction design carry 35,000 kg loads with excellent stability and reliability.
- Full-Hydraulic Steering: Transverse oil cylinder steering bridge provides flexible, light and reliable steering even under maximum load.
- Four Caliper Disc Brakes: Thickened discs and rear air tank maintain stable braking and fast heat dissipation when fully loaded.
- Pilot Valve Control: 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 rolling mill conditions.
- Comfortable Cab: Air conditioned cab with rupture membrane, heat and sound insulation, sunroof and damping seat keeps operators productive.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
Unit |
| Model |
FD350 |
— |
| Power Type |
Diesel |
— |
| Rated Capacity |
35,000 |
kg |
| Load Center |
1250 |
mm |
| Lift Height |
4000 |
mm |
| Fork Size |
2400x320x130 |
mm |
| Overall Width |
3300 |
mm |
| Wheelbase |
4900 |
mm |
| Service Weight |
44,000 |
kg |
| Max Traction (Load) |
230 |
kN |
| Travel Speed (Unload/Load) |
26/22 |
km/h |
| Lifting Speed (Unload/Load) |
240/170 |
mm/s |
| Engine Model |
WD10G240E21 (WEICHAI) |
— |
| Rated Output |
192 |
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 FD350 is specified for steel billet handling, rolling mill service, slab and bloom transport and heavy mill product staging. Its 35,000 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 rolling mills, 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 35 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 FD350 then undergoes static and dynamic load testing, brake testing and a functional hydraulic check.
Case Solutions
A rolling mill in Southeast Asia used the 35 ton mill forklift to move billets and blooms between the reheat furnace area and the stands. Heat shielding and a heavy duty cooling package kept hydraulics stable, and the reinforced axle handled concentrated billet loads. The mill cut manual handling and improved stockyard flow.
Projects like this show how a correctly specified 35 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it suitable for hot billets?
A: Yes, with heat shields and high temperature hosing the forklift handles hot mill product safely.
Q: What engine powers it?
A: A Weichai turbocharged diesel engine in the 192 kW class drives the machine.
Q: How is the mill duty cycle supported?
A: Reinforced axle, box-type frame and independent cooling support continuous heavy cycles.
Q: Can the forks be customized?
A: Yes, forks and carriages can be adapted for billets, blooms and slabs.
Q: Do you send engineers for commissioning?
A: Optional commissioning and on site training can be arranged for mill installations.
Packaging & Quality Assurance
Every FD350 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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