5 Years of Clean Power: MANFORCE 3T Li-ion Electric Forklift Proves Its Strength in Brazil

As the global shift toward cleaner, more efficient material handling accelerates, one MANFORCE customer in Campinas, Brazil, proves that lithium-ion forklifts aren't just about sustainability — they're about long-term value.

The company purchased a MANFORCE 3-ton lithium forklift in early 2019. Five years later, the unit is still performing at high capacity with minimal maintenance and zero emissions.

“We switched from diesel to lithium, and it’s one of the best operational decisions we’ve made,” said Mr. Rodrigo Lima, warehouse manager.

“No more oil changes, no battery swaps — just plug in, charge fast, and go. It still works like new.”

Equipment Details

Model: MANFORCE 3T Lithium-ion Forklift

Battery: 80V / 400Ah LFP lithium battery

Charge Time: 1.5–2 hours (fast charging)

Run Time: Up to 8 hours per full charge

Main Use: Beverage warehouse handling, cold storage loading/unloading

Working Hours: Over 6,500 hours (as of May 2025)

Lithium Efficiency in Action

The customer reports up to 30% energy savings versus previous IC models, with nearly zero downtime since deployment. The truck is used daily in a multi-shift operation, and the lithium battery has retained over 85% of its original capacity.

Routine maintenance is minimal, and operators appreciate the low noise, zero emissions, and smooth acceleration during precision tasks.

Cleaner, Stronger, Smarter

“We believe lithium is the future, and MANFORCE has helped us step into it confidently,” added Mr. Lima.

“After 5 years, we’ve experienced lower costs, higher uptime, and cleaner operations. We’re planning to replace our entire fleet with lithium units.”