Quick Summary:
If you’re considering adding a Toyota 8FGU25 to your forklift fleet, knowing the full specs is essential to ensure compatibility with your warehouse or job site. This guide outlines all the technical details in one place with a downloadable spec sheet at the end.
The Toyota 8FGU25 is a reliable, mid-capacity, gas/propane-powered forklift known for its versatility in warehousing and outdoor environments. Designed with Toyota's patented System of Active Stability (SAS), this sit-down forklift combines safety, power, and precision in a compact frame.
It’s one of the most spec-balanced forklifts in its class
Jorge Pineda, equipment analyst at ProLift Warehouse Systems.
Find an overview of the 8FGU25 forklift’s dimensions, truck specifications, and performance specifications to note before buying:
| Model Type | Toyota 8FGU25 |
| Power Type | LP / Gas (Dual Fuel) |
| Tire Type | Pneumatic |
| Operator Position | Seated Rider |
| Load Capacity | 5,000 lb. at 24’’ load center |
| Truck Weight | ~8,000 lbs |
| Mast Type | 2-Stage (FV) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15.9 gal |
| Maximum Lift Height | 131.5 in |
| Overall Width | 45.3 in |
| Length to Fork Face | 103.9 in |
| Load Distance | 18.5 in |
| Total Length (With Forks) | 139 - 142 in |
| Overhead Guard Height | 83.1 in |
| Turning Radius | 87.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 65 in |
| Travel Speed (Full Load) | 10.9 mph |
| Lift Speed (Full Load) | 118 fpm |
| Lowering Speed (Full Load) | 98 fpm |
| Drawbar Pull | ~4,200 lbs |
| Gradability | 30-33% |
| Basic Right Angle Stack | 105.9 in |
| Ground Clearance (Minimum With Load) | 3.7 in |
The Toyota 8FGU25 can lift 5,000 lbs at a load center of 24 inches.
The lift capacity is the maximum weight your forklift can move and lift safely. All forklifts have a lift capacity to keep operators aware of how much the weight the equipment can hold without tipping over.
What’s challenging is that the lift capacity isn’t set in stone; it can change when new attachments are installed or the lift height and load center change.
A forklift’s load center is the distance from the face of the forks to the load’s center of gravity. Most counterbalanced forklifts are rated with a 24-inch load center, which is ideal for standard pallets and boxes.
When moving long pallets or irregular loads, the forklift’s load center can change, which directly impacts the lift capacity. This is because the load acts like a seesaw, and extending weight further out reduces stability and increases tipping risk.
Understanding the relationship between these specifications can help operators ensure they’re keeping the load materials and themselves safe. The Toyota 8FGU25 can lift 5,000 lbs at a load center of 24 inches.
| Rated Load Capacity | 5,000 lbs |
| Rated Load Center | 24 in |
| Maximum Lift Height (2-Stage Mast) | 179 in |
| Optional 3-Stage Mast | Up to 240 in |
Toyota’s 8FGU25 model is powered by a reliable 4-cylinder engine paired with a smooth, powershift transmission to deliver quick acceleration, consistent lifting power, and responsive handling for indoor and outdoor applications.
| Horsepower | 51 - 56 hp |
| Torque | 112 - 122 ft-lb |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15.9 gallons |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic Powershift |
The 8FGU25 offers custom tire configurations based on your intended application. When operating indoors in a warehouse or some other smooth surface, cushion tires are ideal. If you plan to use your forklift outdoors or on uneven, rough terrain, pneumatic tires will offer the best maneuverability and boost ground clearance to protect the undercarriage.
| Front Size | 7.00-12-12PR (1) |
| Rear Size | 6.00-9-10PR (1) |
| Wheelbase | 65 in |
| Tread Width (front / rear) | 37.8 in / 38.0 |
The compact profile of the Toyota 8FGU25 offers easy navigation in indoor and outdoor applications. It’s small enough for maneuvering inside tight warehouses, and powerful enough for loading docks and light outdoor handling.
| Total Width | 45.3 in |
| Turning Radius | 87.5 in |
| Minimum Aisle Width Requirements | ~157 in |
| Basic Right Angle Stacking Width | 105. 9 in |
| Length to Fork Face | 103.9 in |
| Overhead Guard Height | 83.1 inch |
| Ground Clearance (Minimum With Load) | 3.7 in |
| Fork Size (T x W x L) | 1.6 x 5 x 42 in |
| Travel Speed (Full Load) | 10.9 mph |
| Lift Speed (Full Load) | 118 fpm |
| Lowering Speed (Full Load) | 98 fpm |
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