55,000 lb
Rated capacity
Diesel
Power
pneumatic
Tire
IC
Series
The Bobcat DV250S-7 is a 55,000 lb four-wheel diesel pneumatic-tire forklift and the largest capacity Bobcat builds, more than 15 times the rated load of the smallest model in the IC pneumatic lineup. Its 285.9 hp Bobcat/DL08P diesel engine and wide-track chassis are purpose-built for this weight class.
At 250 in length to forkface and a 167.3 in wheelbase, it’s sized for the heaviest port, rail, and industrial equipment moves, well past what any other forklift in Bobcat’s catalog handles.
A 48 in load center and 234.3 in outside turning radius reflect the scale of the loads this truck is built for — oversized freight and heavy machinery rather than standard pallets.
This is a specialized, application-specific truck. If your operation needs to move loads at or near 55,000 lb, send us your load dimensions, duty cycle, and site layout, and we will work through the right configuration with you before you buy.
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Specifications
Capacity & load
| Rated load capacity | 55,000 lb |
|---|---|
| Load center | 48 in |
| Configuration | 4-wheel rider-seated counterbalance, wide-track |
Engine & power
| Fuel type | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Engine | Bobcat/DL08P, 285.9 hp (213.3 kW) |
Dimensions
| Max fork height | 157.5 in |
|---|---|
| Mast lowered height | 151.6 in |
| Cab height | 130.3 in |
| Overall length (to forkface) | 250.0 in |
| Wheelbase | 167.3 in |
| Outside turning radius | 234.3 in |
Performance & chassis
| Travel speed (laden / unladen) | 23.0 / 24.9 mph |
|---|---|
| Lift speed (laden / unladen) | 61.0 / 66.9 fpm |
| Max. gradeability (laden) | 36.0% |
| Tire type | Pneumatic |
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Bobcat DV250S-7 sales, rentals & service near you
We stock, rent, and service the DV250S-7 across Southern Indiana, Kentucky, Middle Tennessee, and North & Central Alabama. Find your local team:
DV250S-7 FAQs
Is the DV250S-7 the largest forklift Bobcat sells?
Yes, at 55,000 lb rated capacity it's the top of Bobcat's entire forklift lineup, more than 15x the capacity of the smallest IC pneumatic model. Very few dealers stock this class — most orders are configured for a specific facility and load.
What applications need a 55,000 lb forklift?
Heavy port and rail terminal operations, large industrial equipment moves, and specialized freight handling where standard heavy forklifts, including the 40,000 lb DV180S-7, don't have the rated capacity.