Manitou ME 318
Series: Manitou Forklift
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The Manitou ME 318 is a forklift truck from the Manitou Forklift series. The engine is rated at 8.7 kW.
Top speed is 16 km/h. Operating weight is 3,240 kg. Capacity is 1,800 kg.
Within the range, rated power spans from 8.7 to 75.3 kW; with 8.7 kW, the ME 318 sits at the bottom end. The next one up is the ME 425 with 25.4 kW.
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 8.7 kWcorrect |
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Dimensions and weights
| Unladen weight | 3,240 kgcorrect |
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Drivetrain and chassis
| Tyre type | front 18x7-8 rear 15x4.5-8correct |
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| Top speed | 16.1 km/hcorrect |
Working data
| Lifting capacity | 1,800 kgcorrect |
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Other data
| Front wheels | 2correct |
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| Gabelspreizung mm | 1,055.1 mmcorrect |
| Kraftstoffart | batterycorrect |
| Load centre | 500.1 mmcorrect |
| Mast tilt back | 6.5 Gradcorrect |
| Mast tilt forward | 6.5 Gradcorrect |
| Rear wheels | 2correct |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 2.7 kW/t (9 kW / 3.2 t)
Stronger than 22% of the forklift trucks in the register — out of 323 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Manitou ME 318 have?
The Manitou ME 318 delivers 8.7 kW.
How much does the Manitou ME 318 weigh?
The unladen weight is 3,240 kg.
How fast does the Manitou ME 318 go?
Top speed is 16.1 km/h.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.
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