Pfaff-Silberblau HU PROLINE Heavy Loads Hand Pallet Truck

PROLINE | 3,000 – 5,000 kg Capacity | Reinforced Chassis | CE Marked

The Pfaff-Silberblau Heavy Loads range covers hand pallet trucks from 3,000 kg to 5,000 kg for situations where a 2,500 kg standard truck is the wrong tool. The HU 30-115 TP handles general heavy-pallet work at 3 tonnes, while the 5-tonne HU 50-115 TP and long-fork HU 50-200 TP (2,000 mm forks) move industrial machinery and precast concrete sections. A reinforced chassis, larger steering rollers and steel-on-steel load rollers on the 5-tonne variants handle loads that would damage standard polyurethane rollers.

Key Features

• 3,000 to 5,000 kg capacity — bridges the gap between standard 2,500 kg pallet trucks and powered forklifts. The 3-tonne HU 30-115 TP retains polyurethane rollers and standard fork dimensions for use on warehouse floors; the 5-tonne variants use steel rollers and heavier construction for industrial applications.
• Reinforced steel chassis — the 5-tonne variants weigh 240 to 300 kg empty versus around 70 kg for a standard truck. The additional mass is in the chassis, fork section, and cross-bracing, giving the structural capacity to handle the doubled load.
• Steel-on-steel load rollers on 5-tonne models — polyurethane rollers cannot support 5,000 kg over time without compression damage and surface failure. Steel rollers are the correct choice for sustained heavy use; they require harder floors than PUR but offer essentially unlimited load life.
• Wider fork tines — the 5-tonne variants use 210 mm fork tines (versus the standard 160 mm) to distribute the increased load over more pallet contact area and reduce point-loading on the pallet boards.
• Increased lowered fork height — 90 mm or 105 mm on the 5-tonne variants reflects the heavier fork construction. Standard EN 13698 pallets accommodate this; check non-standard pallets for clearance.
• HU 30-115 TP retains rubber control handle — ergonomic grip identical to the standard PROLINE range. The 5-tonne models use a heavier-duty handle assembly proportionate to the load.
• HU 50-200 TP with 2,000 mm forks — the specialist model for long heavy loads. Machinery skids, precast concrete sections, generator sets on pallets, and large industrial equipment that exceeds standard pallet dimensions.

Technical Specifications

Common specifications:

More About This Product

The Pfaff-Silberblau Heavy Loads range is engineered for situations where a 2,500 kg standard pallet truck is the wrong tool. Three models cover capacities from 3,000 kg right up to 5,000 kg: the HU 30-115 TP at 3 tonnes for general heavy-pallet work, the HU 50-115 TP at 5 tonnes for industrial machinery and heavy-equipment distribution, and the HU 50-200 TP at 5 tonnes with extended 2,000 mm forks for moving long heavy loads such as machinery skids and precast concrete sections. Engineered and manufactured in Germany by Pfaff-Silberblau (Columbus McKinnon Group), the Heavy Loads range uses a reinforced chassis with thicker fork plate, larger steering rollers, and steel-on-steel load rollers on the 5-tonne variants to handle loads that would damage standard polyurethane rollers under sustained use.

Where Are the Heavy Loads Trucks Used?

The 3-tonne HU 30-115 TP is the natural step up from a standard 2,500 kg truck. It is used in steel stockholders for moving palletised bar stock, in cement and aggregate distribution for moving full pallets of bagged material, in heavy-fixings warehouses where dense palletised stock routinely exceeds 2 tonnes, and in any operation where the 2,500 kg standard truck has been derated by repeated overloading.

The 5-tonne HU 50-115 TP is found in industrial machinery distribution, heavy-equipment hire, and engineering workshops. Industrial pumps, motors, gearboxes, generators, and machinery sub-assemblies routinely arrive on heavy pallets at weights between 3 and 5 tonnes. A powered forklift is the obvious tool, but where the truck has to enter buildings with low door heights, basement workshops, or confined service areas, a manual heavy-loads truck does the job without the headroom and access constraints of a counterbalance forklift.

The 5-tonne HU 50-200 TP with extended forks handles the specialist case of long heavy loads: machinery skids, precast concrete kerbs and sections, large fabrications, and any load where the 1,150 mm fork is too short to safely support the base.

Recommended Pre-Use Checks

1. Visually inspect the forks, frame, and cross-bracing for damage. Heavy-load trucks show damage at the joints between the fork section and the chassis — check welds carefully.
2. Check the load rollers (PUR on the 3-tonne; steel on the 5-tonne) for free rotation and damage. Steel rollers show flat spots after extreme overloading — replace if any flat spotting is visible.
3. Check the steering rollers and confirm 105° steering travel.
4. Test the lift and lower functions through full travel before placing a load on the forks. Heavy-load trucks have a higher pump pressure and the lift requires more handle force than a standard truck.
5. Confirm the hydraulic system holds pressure for 30 seconds unladen.
6. Inspect for hydraulic oil leaks — particularly around the pump and lift cylinder where heavy-load pressures stress the seals.
7. Confirm the floor surface is adequate for the truck and its load. Steel rollers on a thin epoxy floor will damage the floor under heavy loads.
8. Verify the data plate is legible.

Safety Information

• Do not exceed the stated SWL for your model (3,000 or 5,000 kg).
• Heavy-load trucks demand greater physical effort to move — ensure the operator is capable of moving the loaded truck without strain. Two-person operation may be appropriate for the 5-tonne variants on any incline.
• Do not use to lift personnel.
• Distribute load evenly. A 5-tonne load offset to one side of the fork can tip the truck and cause serious injury or damage.
• The 5-tonne steel rollers will damage soft floor coverings (linoleum, vinyl, thin epoxy). Confirm floor suitability before using.
• Move at walking speed only. The momentum of a 5-tonne load is significant — stopping distance is much greater than for a standard truck. Specify the optional driving brake if the working route includes gradients.
• Operators must be trained in manual handling and the specific risks of heavy-load pedestrian trucks.
• Rated for ambient temperature -10°C to +50°C.
• Inspect annually under PUWER 1998 and BGV D27. Heavy-load trucks may benefit from six-monthly inspection where used continuously at load.

Downloads

• Pfaff HU Heavy Loads Datasheet (EN, PDF)
• Pfaff PROLINE Heavy Loads Operating Manual (DE/EN/FR, PDF)

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