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Maximize warehouse storage capacity with the TAILIFT 17N 3,300-lb articulated VNA forklift, an ultra-narrow aisle electric forklift designed for high-density warehousing, distribution, manufacturing, and pallet storage applications.
With a chassis approximately 40 inches (1.0 meter) wide, the TAILIFT 17N is engineered to operate in very narrow aisles while providing substantial lifting height and capacity. Its articulated design allows operators to maneuver and position loads in tight warehouse environments, making it an effective solution for businesses looking to increase pallet density without expanding their facility.
Rated Lift Capacity: Approximately 3,300 lbs (1,700 kg) at standard load centers
Maximum Lift Height: Approximately 28 feet (8.5–8.6 meters), depending on configuration
Mast: Clear-view triplex mast
Chassis Width: Approximately 40 inches (1.0 meter)
Aisle Requirement: Can operate in aisles as narrow as approximately 6.5 feet (1.75–1.8 meters), depending on application and configuration
Articulation: 220° over-rotation system
Power: Electric
Battery Compatibility: Lead-acid or lithium-ion
Drive System: Independent drive, lift, and steering motors
Application: Very narrow aisle (VNA), narrow-aisle, high-density warehouse operations
The TAILIFT 17N is designed for warehouses where every square foot of storage space matters. Its approximately 40-inch-wide chassis and articulated configuration allow it to work in substantially narrower aisles than conventional counterbalanced forklifts.
Depending on the warehouse layout, rack configuration, pallet dimensions, and operating requirements, the TAILIFT 17N can work in aisles of approximately 6.5 feet, allowing warehouse operators to potentially add storage positions and improve facility utilization.
This makes the 17N particularly well suited for:
High-density pallet racking
Distribution centers
3PL warehouses
Manufacturing facilities
High-bay storage
Narrow-aisle warehouses
Fulfillment and logistics operations
Facilities with limited floor space
Warehouse expansion projects where additional building space is not practical
The TAILIFT 17N combines approximately 3,300 lbs of lifting capacity with a maximum lift height of approximately 28 feet (8.5–8.6 meters), providing the vertical reach needed for high-density pallet storage.
Its clear-view triplex mast is designed to provide visibility while positioning loads at elevated rack locations. Actual capacity at maximum lift height will depend on the specific truck configuration, load center, mast specification, and residual-capacity requirements.
One of the defining characteristics of the TAILIFT 17N is its 220° articulation/over-rotation system. The articulated design allows the truck to maneuver the load into narrow rack positions without requiring the turning space associated with a conventional counterbalanced forklift.
This makes the 17N particularly valuable in warehouses where aisle width is a limiting factor and storage density is a priority.
The TAILIFT 17N is an electric VNA forklift designed to accommodate both lead-acid and lithium-ion battery technologies.
Independent drive, lift, and steering motors provide dedicated power for the truck's primary functions. Lithium-ion battery configurations can be particularly attractive for operations requiring opportunity charging, reduced battery-maintenance requirements, and intensive multi-shift utilization.
Traditional forklifts often require wider aisles to maneuver and turn. A purpose-built articulated VNA forklift such as the TAILIFT 17N can allow a warehouse to reduce aisle space and potentially create additional pallet positions within the same building footprint.
For companies evaluating a VNA forklift, articulated forklift, narrow-aisle forklift, or high-density warehouse solution, the TAILIFT 17N provides a combination of:
Approximately 3,300-lb lifting capacity
Up to approximately 28 feet of lift height
Approximately 40-inch chassis width
Operation in aisles as narrow as approximately 6.5 feet, depending on application
220° articulation
Electric drive
Lead-acid or lithium-ion battery compatibility
High-density pallet storage capability
Choosing the right VNA forklift requires more than simply comparing lift capacity. A proper application evaluation should consider aisle width, rack dimensions, pallet size, load center, required lift height, floor conditions, battery requirements, and the required safety clearances.
Performance Systems can help evaluate your warehouse requirements and determine whether the TAILIFT 17N articulated VNA forklift is an appropriate solution for your operation.
Looking for a 3,300-lb VNA forklift for narrow-aisle or high-density storage? Contact Performance Systems Forklift Division for pricing, availability, and application assistance.
