Lithium-ion batteries

Opportunity charging: one battery, several shifts

A lithium-ion battery can be charged during short breaks too, with no loss of capacity. This eliminates battery changes, and a single battery can work around the clock. With the fastest chargers, a full charge can take as little as an hour.

The purchase price is higher than that of a lead-acid battery, but this is offset by savings in energy, spare batteries, handling time and downtime.

Advantages over lead-acid batteries

• Longer service life: according to the manufacturer, 3–4 times that of lead-acid.
• Better efficiency: up to 30% lower charge–discharge losses.
• Consistent performance: thanks to the flatter voltage curve, the truck does not slow down even at the end of the shift.
• No daily maintenance: no topping up with water, no acid spills or gassing, and no need for a separate charging room or ventilation system.
• Built-in protection: the battery management system (BMS) protects against overcharging, deep discharge, extreme voltages and temperatures.

The new-generation Logisnext Li-ion batteries

The new-generation batteries available for certain Cat® Lift Trucks models use lithium iron phosphate (LFP) chemistry, have a built-in fire suppression system and heating, and come with a 5-year warranty as standard. The range is being extended model by model – our sales team can tell you about availability.