MIMA MQC45: Choosing lift height and overall height correctly
Model overview and selection guide
With the MIMA MQC45, the right version is not determined by maximum lift height alone. The truck overall height, available clearances, the actual load, the load centre and any attachments matter just as much. At the time of publication, the current model overview lists six electric trucks with graduated lift heights from 4.500 to 7.000 mm.
MIMA MQC45 at a glance
- Model: MIMA MQC45
- Rated capacity: 4.500 kg
- Drive: Electric
- Mast: Triplex
- Battery specification: 80V/460Ah lithium-ion
- Lift heights: 4.500 to 7.000 mm
Six MIMA MQC45 configurations at a glance
At the time of publication, the current MIMA MQC45 model overview lists six trucks. All listed entries are electric MIMA MQC45 trucks with a stated rated capacity of 4.500 kg, a Triplex mast and an 80V/460Ah lithium-ion battery.
The main differences within this overview lie in lift height and the corresponding overall height. In the listed configurations, the overall height also increases as the lift height increases. That is why a selection should never be based on rack height alone.
| Lift height | Overall height |
|---|---|
| 4.500 mm | 2.580 mm |
| 5.000 mm | 2.745 mm |
| 5.500 mm | 2.910 mm |
| 6.000 mm | 3.125 mm |
| 6.500 mm | 3.290 mm |
| 7.000 mm | 3.505 mm |
What do lift height and overall height mean?
Lift height: the reachable height of the forks
Lift height describes how high the forks can be raised. For initial filtering, it should be compared with the highest actual transfer or rack level that has to be served. It is not enough to look only at the top edge of the rack. What matters is the height at which the forks must enter the pallet and the extra travel space needed for controlled storage and retrieval.
A greater lift height offers more vertical working range, but it is not automatically the better choice. If only lower levels are used, an unnecessarily high configuration can place higher demands on clearances and operational planning. Selection should therefore start from the real material flow.
Overall height: important for gates, doors and hall sections
Overall height matters wherever there are fixed height restrictions. This includes hall gates, fire doors, door openings, transitions between building sections and other structural bottlenecks. For a reliable check, the lowest point along the full intended route should be identified.
In the overview, the stated overall heights range from 2.580 mm for the 4.500 mm lift height up to 3.505 mm for the 7.000 mm lift height. These values show why the highest required lift height and the lowest available clearance have to be assessed together. An appropriate safety margin also has to be considered. Its exact definition depends on the operating environment and should be clarified before selection.
4.500 kg is a rated capacity
The stated 4.500 kg capacity is the rated capacity of the MIMA MQC45. It must not be understood as a blanket assurance that every 4.500 kg load can be handled at every lift height and in every configuration.
The actual residual capacity can depend on the load centre, the shape and distribution of the load, the lift height and any attachments used. An attachment can change both weight and load centre. Loads that project far, are unevenly distributed or are not standardised also need separate assessment.
Before a decision is made, at least the following information should be combined:
- maximum actual load weight,
- dimensions and centre of gravity of the load,
- required working height,
- type and weight of any possible attachment,
- load chart or confirmed residual capacity of the specific configuration.
Only this review shows whether the required combination of load and lift height is technically covered.
How to narrow down the right MQC45 version
A structured preselection starts from the operating limits, not from the maximum available lift height. The following overview summarises the main review steps.
| Check point | Required information | Importance for selection |
|---|---|---|
| Highest transfer level | Fork entry height at the highest target point | Determines the required lift height |
| Lowest clearance | Measured clear height along the route | Limits the permitted overall height |
| Load | Weight, dimensions and load centre | Basis for the residual-capacity check |
| Attachment | Type, weight and changed load centre | Can affect the usable capacity |
| Working environment | Routes, floor, gates and transitions | Shows operational and structural limits |
| Expansion reserve | Confirmed future rack or process planning | Can be considered when choosing the lift height |
1. Measure the real heights in the operation
First, document the highest required working level and the lowest clearance. Estimates are unsuitable for preselection. Especially where several hall sections are involved, the full regular route should be taken into account.
2. Filter configurations against both values
Next, consider only versions whose lift height covers the work process and whose overall height is compatible with the available clearances. In the current overview, a configuration with a 6.500 mm lift height, for example, has an overall height of 3.290 mm. The version with a 7.000 mm lift height is stated as 3.505 mm. This difference can be decisive where clearances are limited.
3. Check load data and residual capacity
After the geometric preselection, the technical load check follows. Rated capacity alone is not sufficient for this. The load centre, lift height and attachments must match the specific truck. If this information is missing, no binding suitability should be derived.
4. Plan only for confirmed requirements
A reserve for foreseeable changes can make sense, but it should be based on a concrete plan. Choosing a greater lift height purely as a precaution can lead to an overall height that restricts certain routes. The aim is therefore not the largest possible configuration, but the configuration that fits the documented application.
When is it worth comparing with other trucks?
For a structured preselection, the MIMA forklift configurator can also be used. Only known requirements should be entered there. Unconfirmed values can distort the selection unnecessarily.
Choose the right MIMA MQC45 for the application
First compare the six listed combinations of lift height and overall height. For a concrete review, have the load weight, load centre, required working height, lowest clearance and any possible attachments ready.
Frequently asked questions about the MIMA MQC45
Which lift heights are listed for the MIMA MQC45?
At the time of publication, the model overview includes lift heights of 4.500, 5.000, 5.500, 6.000, 6.500 and 7.000 mm.
Which overall heights correspond to the six lift heights?
The corresponding overall heights are 2.580, 2.745, 2.910, 3.125, 3.290 and 3.505 mm. The exact assignment is shown in the table in this overview.
Can 4.500 kg be used at every lift height?
No. 4.500 kg is the stated rated capacity. The actual usable residual capacity has to be checked for the load centre, the load, the attachment and the required lift height.
Why is the overall height important in the selection?
The overall height has to fit the lowest gates, doors and other clearances along the intended route. An operating-appropriate safety margin also has to be considered.
What mast do the listed MIMA MQC45 trucks have?
All six trucks listed at the time of publication are stated as having a Triplex mast.
What battery specification do the listed trucks have?
The model overview states an 80V/460Ah lithium-ion battery for all six trucks.
Should the greatest lift height always be chosen?
No. The lift height should cover the actual work process while also remaining compatible with the overall height, clearances, load data and residual capacity.
Which data is needed for a specific selection?
At minimum, the load weight, load dimensions, load centre, highest working level, lowest clearance and details of any possible attachments are needed.
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