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EKKO

EKKO 3,500 lb 3-Wheel Electric Forklift, 177" Lift (EK16A-177)

SKU EK16A-177

Regular price: $25,499.00

Regular price: $25,499.00

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✅ Manufacturer Warranty Included

Quantity

Authorized
Dealer
Free Shipping
On every order
30 Day Returns

Estimated shipping time

Order cutoff: 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Handling time: 1 to 3 business days
Transit time: 3 to 7 business days
Total delivery time: 4 to 10 business days

These are estimates, not guarantees. We do not warehouse equipment ourselves — your order is placed with the manufacturer once you buy, and most items are released for shipment within 1 to 3 business days. If your item is on back-order, or the manufacturer confirms a longer lead time, we will contact you promptly and you may cancel for a full refund with no fee.

Standard shipping (free on every order) is curbside or dock-to-dock delivery to a commercial address in the 48 contiguous states and DC, or parcel delivery for smaller items. We are not currently set up to ship to Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico or other US territories. Liftgate, residential, limited-access and inside delivery, rigging and crating are not included — typically $150 to several hundred dollars, quoted in writing and charged only with your prior approval.

Freight deliveries require a scheduled appointment and someone must be present to sign. Need a firm date before you buy? Call (720) 575-1376 or email support@techforgedirect.com with the model number.

Shipping Cost

Free standard shipping on every order to the 48 contiguous states and DC. No minimum order and no shipping charge at checkout.

What is your Return Policy?

30 days to request a return from the date you receive your order. Email support@techforgedirect.com with your order number and reason. We will assess your request and, once approved, send you an RMA number and detailed instructions. Do not ship anything back before you have an RMA number.

1. Return shipping costs

You as the customer are responsible for paying the return shipping costs of the items in your order. On freight-shipped machinery this can be substantial — we quote the exact amount in writing before you commit, so you decide with the full figure in front of you.

2. Preparing your return

Parcel-sized items: we email you a return label, and its cost is deducted from your refund. Freight items are collected under a bill of lading we arrange. The item must be unopened, unused and in delivery condition, including all original packaging and accessories, in a condition such that it can be re-sold as new. Machinery must not have been wired in or powered on. Photographic evidence is required.

3. Restocking fee

Change-of-mind returns carry a 25% restocking fee, deducted from your refund. On a $10,000 machine that is $2,500.

4. Damaged or incorrect products

Note it immediately when signing for delivery and send photographs to support@techforgedirect.com the day of delivery. We will ensure you get the correct product you ordered, undamaged, as soon as possible, at no cost to you — no return shipping charge and no restocking fee.

5. Refunds

Processed within 7 business days of your returned item being received and inspected.

6. Cancellations

Cancel any time before your order ships for a full refund with no fee.

See our full Return and Refund Policy and Cancellation Policy.

Product Description

EKKO EK16A-177 3-Wheel Electric Forklift

The EKKO EK16A-177 is a compact 3-wheel electric rider forklift built for narrow aisles and tight spaces, with a 3,500 lb capacity and 177" (14.75 ft) lift height. It suits truck loading and unloading, docks, stockrooms, manufacturing floors and warehouses, and is recommended for indoor use on flat surfaces. Robotically welded steel construction and a heavy-duty drive system stand up to demanding use and frequent direction changes.

Features

3,500 lb capacity at 24" load center
177" lift height, 34.5" free lift
Side shift (3-way valve) with adjustable forks, 7.9"-26" spread
ZAPI controller with 24V AC drive motor
Hydraulic power steering
Cushion tires
24V/320Ah lead acid battery and charger included
3-year limited warranty

Specifications

Model	EK16A-177
Drive type	Electric
Operation	Sit-down rider
Load capacity	3,500 lbs
Load center	24 in
Wheelbase	49.2 in
Lift height	177 in
Free lift	34.5 in
Lowered mast height	81 in
Tilt (forward/backward)	2° / 4°
Side shift	Yes (3-way valve)
Overall width	42.1 in
Fork size (T x W x L)	1.4 x 4 x 42.1 in
Fork adjust width	7.9 - 26 in
Turning radius	58.9 in
Gradeability (laden/unladen)	6% / 10%
Lift speed (laden/unladen)	4.71 / 10.2 in/s
Lowering speed (laden/unladen)	11.8 / 15.7 in/s
Drive motor	AC
Lift motor	3.3 kW
Battery	24V/320Ah lead acid
Charger	24V / 50A
Service weight	5,200 lbs
Tires	Cushion

Applications

Narrow aisles and tight warehouse layouts
Trailer and container loading at docks
Stockrooms, retail backrooms and light manufacturing
Indoor, emission-free operation

Documentation

FAQ

Why a 3-wheel forklift?
The single rear steer wheel gives a much tighter turning radius than a 4-wheel truck, so it maneuvers easily in narrow aisles and trailers.

Is it for indoor use?
It is designed for flat, smooth floors, mainly indoors. It produces no exhaust, so it is quiet and clean for enclosed spaces.

Are the battery and charger included?
Yes. The battery and charger listed in the specifications are included.

How is it delivered?
Units ship by freight truck from EKKO. Inspect the forklift on arrival and note any damage on the delivery receipt with photos before signing.

Warranty

Covered by the EKKO Advantage Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for the original purchaser, starting at purchase through an authorized EKKO dealer:

Frame, forks and mast: 3 years
Major components (traction and lift motors, controller, hydraulic pump, transmission, charger): 1 year, parts
Batteries: covered against defects for 1 to 5 years depending on model and battery type (contact us for the term on this model)
Wear items (tires, bulbs, lights, rubber parts): 30 days

Labor is not included unless approved in advance by EKKO. The warranty does not cover normal wear parts (brakes, tires, load wheels, bulbs, filters, motor brushes and similar), damage from misuse, overloading, accidents or unapproved modifications, failures caused by skipped scheduled maintenance, normal battery degradation, or freight damage. Please inspect the unit at delivery and note any damage on the delivery receipt with photos. Coverage is void if the serial number is removed or defaced. Warranty claims are handled through TechForge Direct as your authorized EKKO dealer.

About EKKO

EKKO Material Handling Equipment is a manufacturer headquartered in Pomona, California, building Class I through V material handling equipment. The lineup covers LPG, diesel and rough terrain forklifts, 3- and 4-wheel electric forklifts, stand-up rider forklifts and reach trucks, walkie reach trucks, order pickers, counterbalanced and straddle stackers, electric and manual pallet jacks, tow tractors, scissor lifts and yard ramps, with lithium-ion power offered across much of the range. TechForge Direct is an authorized EKKO dealer.