3,500 lb
Rated capacity
Electric
Power
Electric
Series
The Bobcat B18T-7 Plus is a 3,500 lb three-wheel electric counterbalance forklift, the middle capacity in Bobcat’s T-7 line. Its three-wheel chassis and rear single-drive-wheel layout give it a 63.6 in outside turning radius, tighter than most four-wheel trucks in Bobcat’s electric lineup. It is available in cushion or pneumatic tires to match the floor it runs on.
The 48V system draws from a lead-acid battery or the high-performance lithium-ion option, backed by a 6-year / 12,000-hour warranty. Lithium-ion opportunity charging works well in cold, wet environments like coolers and freezers, where swapping a lead-acid battery mid-shift is a hassle. Travel speed reaches 8.7 mph, enough for steady pallet movement without feeling rushed on wet floors.
At 3,500 lb the B18T-7 Plus covers most palletized loads in food and beverage cold storage and general warehousing, sitting between the 3,000 lb B15T-7 Plus and the 4,000 lb B20T-7 Plus. Its IP-rated electrical connectors are built to resist moisture and debris, which matters in a cooler or washdown environment. Choose it when your loads run heavier than light retail work but you still need to fit down narrow cooler aisles.
A 56 in wheelbase keeps the chassis compact enough for tight cooler racking while still carrying the extra 500 lb over the B15T-7 Plus. Send us your dock layout and typical pallet weight, and we will confirm the right fit before you order.
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Specifications
Capacity & load
| Rated load capacity | 3,500 lb |
|---|---|
| Load center | 24 in |
| Configuration | 3-wheel sit-down counterbalance |
Electrical & power
| System voltage | 48V |
|---|---|
| Battery options | Lead-acid or lithium-ion |
| Li-ion warranty | 6-yr / 12,000-hr |
Dimensions
| Free lift | 5.1 in |
|---|---|
| Mast lowered height | 78.7 in |
| Overhead guard height | 79 in |
| Overall length | 119.7 in |
| Outside turning radius | 63.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 56 in |
Performance & chassis
| Travel speed | 8.7 mph |
|---|---|
| Tire options | Cushion or pneumatic |
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B18T-7 Plus FAQs
Is the B18T-7 Plus a good fit for food and beverage cold storage?
Yes. Its IP-rated electrical connectors resist moisture and debris, and the available lithium-ion battery with a 6-year / 12,000-hour warranty avoids the mid-shift battery swaps that coolers make awkward.
How does the B18T-7 Plus compare to the B15T-7 Plus and B20T-7 Plus?
All three run the same 48V three-wheel platform with a 24 in load center and 8.7 mph travel speed. The B18T-7 Plus sits in the middle at 3,500 lb capacity, between the 3,000 lb B15T-7 Plus and the 4,000 lb B20T-7 Plus, with a turning radius of 63.6 in.
Should I choose cushion or pneumatic tires for the B18T-7 Plus?
Cushion tires are the better fit for smooth cooler and warehouse floors, while pneumatic tires hold up better if the truck also crosses dock plates or a paved yard. Tell us your floor conditions and we can recommend the right setup.