The Forte UNS Tergo reach truck.

Atlet has launched a stronger, faster, quieter version of its award-winning UNS Tergo reach truck.

The new generation, the Forte UNS Tergo, was named in line with the classical music terminology theme applied to Atlet's new forklifts this year.

Available in lift capacities of 1,400 kg, 1,600 kg and 2,000 kg and standard lift heights up to 10.8 metres, the reach truck's on-board computer system has been developed to allow greater driver customisation.

The previous UNS Tergo model had been independently rated as the fastest-accelerating reach truck on the market, Atlet said. The new model's driving speed has been increased around 16 per cent to a maximum speed of 14km/h.

Stacking operations were faster, with new lift/lower motors' lift speed increased 20 per cent to 0.7m/s. The mast reach speed increased 667 per cent to 0.2m/s, Atlet said in a statement.

Atlet said the improvements that sped up pallet transporting and stacking were complemented by enhanced mast damping when lifting and lowering for safer, jerk-free pallet handling.

Besides quieter motors, Atlas claims the Forte is better able to withstand hard, fast work cycles with more rugged construction of parts that are likely to be subject to minor collisions.

The Swedish Design Award-winning model has had ergonomic improvements. There is more space in the cab, which has an adjustable seat to accommodate all sizes of drivers. The free-floating armrest and mini steering wheel reduce shoulder and arm strain and the automatically tilting seat gives the driver a clear upward view when stacking.

Atlet's Stability Support System, S3, provides truck stability by governing speed and acceleration and the interface between speed and steering sensitivity. The feature automatically reduces the speed of truck functions in proportion to the height lifted, overrides unsafe manoeuvres and reduces jerkiness.

The system is governed through the forklift's computer, which enables the truck's driving parameters to be programmed to suit a driver's preferred driving style or competence level.

Its self-inspecting diagnostic capability checks the truck's status before use. The display indicates when service and maintenance procedures are due.