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Enlarge image: Diesel forklift RF20 at work
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Enlarge image: Diesel forklift RF20 – multi-cylinder water-cooled diesel engine
Enlarge image: Diesel forklift RF20 – high-performance hydraulic cylinders
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Enlarge image: Diesel forklift RF20 – high-strength mast

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Diesel forklift RF20

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A compact 2000 kg diesel forklift with a Changchai 390 engine and a 3000 mm lift height – fuel-saving hydraulics and easy manoeuvring.

ID: RF20

The Rippa RF20 is a diesel forklift with a 2000 kg rated capacity (500 mm load centre) and a 3000 mm lift height, powered by a Changchai 390 engine – 18.4 kW in its Euro V version or 22.1 kW as Euro III. A shorter wheelbase makes it more agile than the larger models while keeping their power and speed. Mirrors, work lights and a reinforced mast add safety and convenience, and the stable structure keeps the forklift steady even at full load – for logistics, warehousing and manufacturing.

Multi-cylinder water-cooled diesel engine

A large multi-blade fan at the front of the engine, belt-driven, keeps the engine at its ideal operating temperature even during long periods under heavy load.

High-performance hydraulic cylinders

With a high-quality sealing system and precision-machined parts, the cylinders carry heavy loads and push and pull smoothly. The seals come from Japan's NOK.

Wiring harness

The wiring harness carries sensor signals – oil pressure and coolant temperature – to the control unit and delivers its commands to the electronic fuel injectors.

High-strength mast

Made of high-strength steel with a reinforced structure, the mast is very rigid and resists twisting and bending, so it stays stable under heavy loads. Independent side rollers keep the gap between the channels small, and branded chains carry more than five times the load.

Fuel-saving hydraulics

Hydraulics taken from Rippa's construction machinery, with a load-sensing variable-displacement pump, supply only as much oil as the job needs – no losses and no extra load on the engine. Loads can be raised precisely even at low engine speed, attachments run smoothly and fuel consumption drops by up to 20% (Rippa's measurements).

Brakes and steering

The hydraulic brakes stop powerfully, quickly and smoothly, and Rippa's cushioning valve matches the braking force to the pressure on the pedal, giving the operator better control. Fully hydrostatic power steering with a small steering wheel works even at standstill and makes manoeuvring with a load in tight spaces easy.

Safety and comfort

An alarm sounds if the parking brake is not applied, the engine starts only with the direction switch in neutral and the brake pedal pressed, and the overhead guard meets ANSI/ITSDF B56.1. A dual floating mounting absorbs vibration from the engine and the ground, the full-suspension seat has a retractable seat belt, and the exhaust and the radiator's hot air are directed away from the operator. A wide-angle centre mirror is optional.

Easy servicing

The engine hood opens wide and locks, the floor plate comes off completely, and the filters and radiator are easy to reach and clean. The main hydraulic connections use O-ring face seals and the electrics waterproof connectors; hydraulic and electrical lines run separately for reliability and easier servicing.

Power type
Diesel engine
Operating weight
3400 kg
Rated operating capacity
2000 kg
Load centre distance
500 mm
Max. lift height
3000 mm
Free lift
100 mm
Lift speed (laden / unladen)
350 / 500 mm/s
Lowering speed (laden / unladen)
550 / 450 mm/s
Max. tractive force
17 kN
Gradeability (laden / unladen)
15 / 20%
Overall height, mast extended (with load backrest)
4060 mm
Overhead guard height
2085 mm
Length without forks
2282 mm
Overall width
1180 mm
Front overhang
471 mm
Rear overhang
475 mm
Min. ground clearance
125 mm
Wheelbase
1600 mm
Wheel track (front / rear)
972 / 970 mm
Wheels, front / rear (x = driven)
2x / 2
Tyre type
Pneumatic tyres
Front tyre size
7.00-12
Rear tyre size
6.00-9
Mast tilt (forward / backward)
6° / 12°
Fork length
1070 mm
Engine
Changchai 390 (Euro V / Euro III)
Engine power
18.4 / 22.1 kW
Horsepower
24.7 / 29.6 hp
Service brake
Hydraulic
Parking brake
Mechanical

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