40,000 lb
Rated capacity
Diesel
Power
pneumatic
Tire
IC
Series
The Bobcat DV180S-7 is a 40,000 lb four-wheel diesel pneumatic-tire forklift built for the heaviest port, rail, and industrial freight handling. Its 246.5 hp Bobcat/DL08P diesel engine and wide-track chassis carry loads well beyond the standard high-capacity D-series.
At 220.3 in length to forkface and a 147.6 in wheelbase, it’s sized for oversized crated freight, heavy machinery, and bulk industrial materials rather than standard pallets.
The 48 in load center matches the geometry of long or oversized loads, and a 201.6 in outside turning radius reflects the real footprint this capacity class needs to operate safely.
Choose the DV180S-7 when your heaviest recurring load runs close to 20 tons. Tell us your load dimensions and site layout, and we will confirm the fit.
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Specifications
Capacity & load
| Rated load capacity | 40,000 lb |
|---|---|
| Load center | 48 in |
| Configuration | 4-wheel rider-seated counterbalance, wide-track |
Engine & power
| Fuel type | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Engine | Bobcat/DL08P, 246.5 hp (183.7 kW) |
Dimensions
| Max fork height | 137.8 in |
|---|---|
| Mast lowered height | 137.2 in |
| Cab height | 115.4 in |
| Overall length (to forkface) | 220.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 147.6 in |
| Outside turning radius | 201.6 in |
Performance & chassis
| Travel speed (laden / unladen) | 24.2 / 26.1 mph |
|---|---|
| Lift speed (laden / unladen) | 74.8 / 80.7 fpm |
| Max. gradeability (laden) | 35.6% |
| Tire type | Pneumatic |
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Bobcat DV180S-7 sales, rentals & service near you
We stock, rent, and service the DV180S-7 across Southern Indiana, Kentucky, Middle Tennessee, and North & Central Alabama. Find your local team:
DV180S-7 FAQs
What kind of operation runs a 40,000 lb forklift?
Port and rail terminals, heavy industrial plants moving large equipment or machinery, and steel or concrete-products yards handling oversized loads well beyond what the high-capacity D-series covers.
How does the DV180S-7 compare to the DV250S-7?
Both run wide-track chassis with a 48 in load center. The DV250S-7 carries 15,000 lb more capacity on a larger 285.9 hp engine — step up if your heaviest recurring load runs past 20 tons.