I am trying to figure out how much fuel a forklift uses while idling. This is for a propane forklift that has a load rating of 4,000 lbs. While it is idling, it is not holding any weight. Is there a way to generally estimate this, or would testing need to be done? Any advice is appreciated.
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If the truck is just idling and sitting still with a full load or without any load on the forks , it wouldn't make any difference in the amount of fuel used in a 1 hour period or any other time period. Engine idle speed is the same With a load on the forks the forks would probably drift downward a few inches if the forks were elevated.
You probably can get a good estimate of the fuel consumption by doing a previously suggested or by looking up the fuel consumption curve for the make and model of engine you have. You need to get the curve with engine accessories similar to those you have on your lift - things like alternators, hydraulic pumps, engine cooling fan are accessories with no other loads. Some fuel consumption curves are given with a bare engine & no accessories & no loads
I have not seen anything publicized with this info. There are a lot of factors involved. You could do a test. Weigh the LP tank before. Then idle the truck for 1 hour and reweigh the tank. This would give you a starting point.
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