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Forklifts probably don't have speedometers because forklift operation depends on the load, travel conditions, and other variable factors. There is no universal safe forklift speed.

The use of a speedometer would also be more of a hazard than a safeguard as it would take the operator's focus off the path of travel where it belongs. A lot of forklift travel is also in reverse where a dash mounted speedometer would be worthless.
  • Posted 3 Aug 2006 13:06
  • Modified 3 Aug 2006 13:23 by poster
  • By joseph_h
  • joined 19 Mar'06 - 253 messages
  • Michigan, United States

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