SkyTrak Models

Variable Reach Forklift

The 6000M variable reach forklift has performed in Desert Storm, Bosnia, Afghanistan and Iraq. More than 2,200 were manufactured and delivered to U.S. armed forces from 1989-1993.

• Handled missiles, ammunition, and supplies in the toughest types of terrain, supporting military forces.
• SkyTrak was nominated for a Certificate of Recognition from the Army Material Command (1991) for the 6000M’s outstanding performance in Operations Desert Shield/Desert Storm.
• As the OEM, JLG supplies spare parts and service to the 6000M.

 

Max. Reach:	24 ft 3 in. (7.4 m)
Max Lift Height:	30 ft (9.1 m)
Max Capacity:	6,000 lb (2,722 kg)
Rated Capacity @ 24 in. (610 mm) LC:	6,000 lb (2,722 kg)
Maximum Lift Height w/ 24 in. LC carriage:	30 ft (9.1 m)
Capacity @ Maximum Lift Height w/ 24 in. LC carriage:	4,000 lb (1,814 kg)
Maximum Reach w/ 24 in. LC carriage:	24 ft 4 in. (7.4 m)
Capacity @ Maximum Reach w/ 24 in. LC carriage:	4,000 lb (1,814 kg)
Approximate Operating Weight w/ 24 in. LC carriage:	27,100 lb (12,293 kg)
Length:	25 ft 1.75 in. (7.7 m) w/ forks
Width:	8 ft 5 in. (2.6 m)
Height:	8 ft 5 in. (2.6 m)
Wheelbase:	124 in. (315 cm)
Outside Turning Radius:	16 ft 3 in. (4.95 m)
Ground Clearance:	14 in. (36 cm)
Drive:	4 x 4
Engine:	Cummins: 6BT5.9 HP and RPM: 152 hp @ 2500 rpm
Transmission:	Powershift
Axles:	Front NoSPIN Differential, Rear Limited Slip Differential
Steering:	4 wheel
Tires:	17.5 x 25 – 12 ply
Maximum Travel Speed:	23 mph (37 kmph)
Frame Tilt Left/Right Frame Leveling:	9 Degrees each way
Boom Tilt Angle:	45 Degrees
Fording Depth:	30 in. (76 cm)
Max. Reach Below Grade:	30 in. (76 cm)
Track Width (tread):	6 ft 9.3 in. (2.07 m)