Introducing the Toyota Tonero
Introducing the Toyota Tonero
May 2007 - Introducing the Toyota Tonero
Toyota Material Handling Europe has unveiled the Toyota Tonero, a new range of engine-powered forklifts designed specifically for the European market.
Already the world leader in internal combustion (IC) counterbalanced trucks, Toyota will set new standards in safety, productivity, durability, comfort and environmental performance with the launch of the Tonero.
Available in seven models with load capacities ranging from 1.5 to 3.5 tonnes and offering a choice of diesel or LPG engines, the Toyota Tonero is being launched following extensive research and development and consultation with European customers.
Benoit Meunier, Product Manager at Toyota Material Handling Europe, said: "Customers have confirmed that there are five important factors for them when acquiring engine-powered forklifts: safety, productivity, durability, comfort and the environment. Customers will find that the Toyota Tonero delivers world leading standards in all of these areas."
"Every customer has unique business requirements," Benoit Meunier said. "For this reason, we offer the Tonero+ formula, which allows customers to specify additional features in the areas of safety, productivity, durability and comfort to meet their specific business needs."
The Toyota Tonero offers a range of class-leading safety features, including enhanced visibility for drivers when the forks are at ground level, at lorry bed height and at maximum height, thanks to a new overhead guard and mast design and lowered dashboard. The Tonero also offers world-class Toyota safety technologies, including the System of Active Stability (SAS), which dynamically protects both driver and load, and Operator Presence Sensing (OPS), which only allows truck operation if the driver is seated.
The Toyota Tonero delivers unparalleled productivity and power with heavy-duty diesel and LPG engines designed and manufactured by Toyota specifically for forklifts. Drivers will also appreciate the automobile-style pedal layout, which offers an intuitive driving experience for optimal operator productivity.
To ensure the truck’s long-term durability and protect customer investments, the Toyota Tonero has a heavy-duty chassis designed for intense applications in wet, dusty and corrosive environments. The truck’s electrical components are water-protected and electronic control units are fully enclosed for added protection from moisture and dust.
The Toyota Tonero’s comfort features also help to protect the health and safety of drivers, who have easy access to the truck using the low step and large assist grip. Plenty of foot space, an ergonomic seat and very low vibration provide a comfortable driving experience, while low engine noise improves the working environment.
The environment is a fundamental part of the Toyota Tonero’s design. The trucks are manufactured at Toyota’s ISO 14001-certified plant in Ancenis, France, and all components are also produced at ISO 14001-certified plants. The range exceeds the emissions standards of European Directive 97/68/EC Emission Stage IIIa without any compromise in engine power thanks to the Tonero’s clean-burning Toyota engine. And the trucks are 99% recyclable at end-of-life, further reducing their environmental impact.
The Toyota Tonero provides this wide array of benefits as standard, and customers can also use the Tonero+ formula to fulfil their specific needs in the areas of safety, productivity, durability and comfort.
With Tonero+ Safety, customers handling loads at height can enjoy even greater levels of safety with a load weight indicator, maximum drive speed setting, and features that limit the maximum drive speed and acceleration rate when moving elevated loads.
Operators who must reverse frequently can do so quickly and comfortably thanks to the swivel seat and rear assist grip available with Tonero+ Productivity. In addition, hydraulic cushioned forks enable faster, more comfortable driving on uneven surfaces and outdoors.
Customers working in dusty environments can optimise their truck’s durability with Tonero+ Durability, which includes an enhanced cooling system featuring a plate fin radiator, high-speed fan and hydraulic oil cooler.
And drivers who operate their trucks intensively can enjoy enhanced ergonomics with Tonero+ Comfort featuring a telescopic steering wheel that can be adjusted vertically to the most comfortable position for any driver. The choice of electronic mini-levers or multifunction levers integrated into an ergonomic armrest ensures comfortable, productive material handling.
Hugues Van Espen, Director Marketing Support & Communications at Toyota Material Handling Europe said: "The Toyota Tonero sets new standards for the forklifts of the 21st century. With the highest levels of safety, productivity, comfort, durability and environmental features, customers can be confident that whatever they want to accomplish in their business, the Toyota Tonero can make it happen."