When you’re moving everything from LVL lumber packs to steel I‑beams, you need a lift truck that’s built for the job—and sized for your budget. At Combilift Depot, we stock the entire C‑Series lineup, so let’s compare every model side‑by‑side and see where each machine shines.
Combilift C‑Series Forklift Comparison
| Model | Power | Lift Capacity (lbs) | Overall Length* | Platform Length* | Std. Lift Height* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C5000S‑C6000S | Diesel / LPG | 5,000 – 6,000 | 75″ / 89″ | 31.5″ / 45.25″ | 159″ |
| C6000E‑C10000E | Electric | 6,000 – 10,000 | 77″–98″ | 33.5″–53″ | 159″ |
| C6000‑C10000 | LPG (Diesel opt.) | 6,000 – 10,000 | 77″–98″ | 33″–53″ | 159″ |
| C10000XL‑C12000XL | Diesel | 10,000 – 12,000 | 98″–104″ | 47″–51″ | 159″ |
| C14000‑C17300 | Diesel | 14,000 – 17,300 | 96″–105″ | 49″–58.5″ | 178″ |
| C14000ET‑C17300ET | Electric | 14,000 – 17,300 | 96″–105″ | 49″–58.5″ | 178″ |
| C22000 | Diesel | 22,000 | 121″ | 66.5″ | 161.5″ |
| C26000 | Diesel / LPG | 26,000 | 119.5″ | 58.75″ | 161.5″ |
| C30000 | Diesel / LPG | 30,000 | 119.75″ | 58.75″ | 161.5″ |
| C55000 | Diesel | 55,000 | 193″ | 102″ | 162″ |
*Factory spec. dimensions; custom mast and platform options are available.
1. Light‑Duty Specialists (≤ 10,000 lbs)
- Indoor lumber yards & fabrication shops: the compact C5000S & C6000S give you diesel or LPG grunt and a 75″ wheelbase that slips through 100″ guided aisles.
- Zero‑emission zones: need clean power? The C6000E‑C10000E trio delivers up to 10 K lbs with AC electric drive—perfect for food‑grade or indoor building‑material facilities.
2. Mid‑Range Muscle (10,000 – 17,300 lbs)
- XL platforms for bulky packs: The C10000XL‑C12000XL stretch the load deck to 51″ while staying under 105″ overall length—ideal for engineered wood, pipe, or extrusions.
- Higher lift, longer reach: Step up to C14000‑C17300 for 178″ masts and diesel torque, or go green with the electric C14000ET‑C17300ET.
3. Heavy‑Duty Haulers (22,000 – 55,000 lbs)
For steel service centers, offshore fabricators, and utility‑pole producers, the heavy C‑Series models bring sideloader‑style stability without sacrificing counter‑balance versatility.
| Model | Quick Take |
|---|---|
| C22000 | Single‑shift workhorse for 22 K lbs, still under 10′ long. |
| C26000 | Adds LPG option for mixed‑fuel fleets. |
| C30000 | 30 K lbs on a sub‑10′ chassis—rare in this class. |
| C55000 | The flagship giant: 55 K lbs, 102″ deck, 193″ OAL. If you handle wind‑tower sections or oversized concrete, this is it. |
How the C‑Series Saves Warehouse Space
Every model in the C‑Series family pivots its three‑wheel chassis 90° in seconds, letting you travel length‑ways down 8′ aisles with 20′ lumber—and then drive straight onto a truck bed without re‑handling. That side‑loader + counterbalance + VNA mash‑up is why facilities report up to 100 % storage‑density gains after a C‑Series retrofit. (combilift-forklift.com)
Ready for a Demo?
Whether you’re spec‑ing a 6 K electric unit or a 55 K diesel behemoth, our team at Combilift Depot can size the mast, carriage, and hydraulic fork positioners to fit your exact loads.
👉 Book a free on‑site survey through our Contact page and see how much space (and money) you can save with one multitasking truck.
Figure 1. Bar chart visualizing lift‑capacity spread across the C‑Series lineup (5,000 – 55,000 lbs). Data sourced from official model spec sheets.
