4,000 lb
Rated capacity
Electric
Power
pneumatic
Tire
Electric
Series
The Bobcat B20X-7 is a 4,000 lb four-wheel electric counterbalance forklift built for operations that want to move off propane without giving up dock capability. The 48V drivetrain runs clean and quiet enough for food-grade and climate-controlled buildings, and its pneumatic tires handle dock plates, trailer floors, and the move from a smooth warehouse floor out to a paved yard.
Order it with the high-performance lithium-ion pack and the battery carries a 6-year / 12,000-hour warranty. Opportunity charging fits into breaks and shift changes, so there is no dedicated battery room to build.
That makes the B20X-7 a practical single-shift or light multi-shift unit for general manufacturing, beverage, and third-party logistics floors. It sits at the top of Bobcat’s X-7 small-capacity line, above the 3,000 lb B16X-7 Plus and the 3,600 lb B18X-7.
If your heaviest recurring load is at or under two tons and most of your work is indoors with some dock and light yard duty, this is usually the right pick. Not sure it fits your racking and load profile? Send us your application and we will confirm the configuration before you buy.
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Specifications
Capacity & load
| Rated load capacity | 4,000 lb |
|---|---|
| Load center | 24 in |
| Configuration | 4-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 | 5.3 in |
|---|---|
| Mast lowered height | 84.6 in |
| Overhead guard height | 79 in |
| Overall length | 124.9 in |
| Outside turning radius | 64.9 in |
Performance & chassis
| Travel speed | 10.6 mph |
|---|---|
| Tire type | Pneumatic |
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Bobcat B20X-7 sales, rentals & service near you
We stock, rent, and service the B20X-7 across Southern Indiana, Kentucky, Middle Tennessee, and North & Central Alabama. Find your local team:
B20X-7 FAQs
Can the Bobcat B20X-7 work on a loading dock?
Yes. Its pneumatic tires and 4,000 lb capacity handle dock plates, trailer floors, and the move from indoor floor to paved yard, which is where many single-shift beverage and 3PL operations run it.
Should I choose lithium-ion or lead-acid for the B20X-7?
Lithium-ion suits multi-shift or opportunity-charging operations and carries a 6-year / 12,000-hour warranty with no battery room required. Lead-acid is the lower up-front option for straightforward single-shift use.
How does the B20X-7 compare to the B18X-7?
Same electric platform with 400 lb more capacity (4,000 vs 3,600 lb). If your heaviest recurring pallet is near two tons, step up to the B20X-7 for the margin; if it is consistently lighter, the B18X-7 may be the better value.