3,000 lb
Rated capacity
Electric
Power
cushion
Tire
Narrow
Series
The Bobcat B15SU-9 is a 3,000 lb stand-up rider forklift and the entry point of Bobcat’s narrow-aisle stand-up line. Its 36V electric platform and 53.5 in outside turning radius make it the tightest-turning truck Bobcat builds in this class.
Standing operation lets the driver step on and off quickly for repetitive short-run work, common in narrow-aisle backroom stockrooms and distribution staging areas where a seated truck loses time getting in and out.
Cushion tires keep it low and stable on smooth concrete, and the compact 43.9 in wheelbase threads through rack aisles that a standard counterbalance forklift cannot enter.
Choose the B15SU-9 when your heaviest recurring load stays under a ton and a half and your aisles are the tightest constraint. Tell us your aisle width and load, and we will confirm the fit.
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Specifications
Capacity & load
| Rated load capacity | 3,000 lb |
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| Load center | 24 in |
| Configuration | Stand-up rider, 4-wheel electric counterbalance |
Electrical & power
| System voltage | 36V |
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Dimensions
| Free lift | 36.4 in |
|---|---|
| Mast lowered height | 83.7 in |
| Overhead guard height | 88 in |
| Overall length | 107.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 43.9 in |
| Outside turning radius | 53.5 in |
Performance & chassis
| Travel speed | 7.5 mph |
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| Tire type | Cushion |
Part of the Narrow Aisle Forklifts range →
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Bobcat B15SU-9 sales, rentals & service near you
We stock, rent, and service the B15SU-9 across Southern Indiana, Kentucky, Middle Tennessee, and North & Central Alabama. Find your local team:
B15SU-9 FAQs
How tight can the B15SU-9 turn?
Its 53.5 in outside turning radius is the tightest in Bobcat's stand-up rider lineup, useful in aisles too narrow for a seated counterbalance truck.
How does the B15SU-9 compare to the B18SU-9 and B20SU-9?
All three share the same 36V stand-up platform and 24 in load center. The B15SU-9 carries the lightest capacity at 3,000 lb and the tightest turning radius, while the B18SU-9 steps up to 3,500 lb and the B20SU-9 tops the family at 4,000 lb on a longer frame.