Manitou ME 425
Series: Manitou Forklift
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The Manitou ME 425 is a forklift truck from the Manitou Forklift series. The engine is rated at 25.4 kW.
At 19 km/h, that is as fast as it goes. In service, it weighs 5,100 kg. Capacity is 2,500 kg.
Within the range, rated power spans from 8.7 to 75.3 kW; with 25.4 kW, the ME 425 sits in the lower third. Directly alongside are the ME 425C with 8.7 kW below and the MI 25 G with 35 kW above.
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 25.4 kWcorrect |
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Dimensions and weights
| Ground clearance | 105.2 mmcorrect |
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| Unladen weight | 5,100 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Tyre type | front 23x9-10 rear 18x7-8correct |
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| Top speed | 19.2 km/hcorrect |
Working data
| Lifting capacity | 2,500 kgcorrect |
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Other data
| Front wheels | 2correct |
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| Gabelspreizung mm | 1,060.2 mmcorrect |
| Kraftstoffart | batterycorrect |
| Load centre | 500.1 mmcorrect |
| Mast tilt back | 8 Gradcorrect |
| Mast tilt forward | 5 Gradcorrect |
| Rear wheels | 2correct |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 5 kW/t (25 kW / 5.1 t)
Stronger than 57% 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 425 have?
The Manitou ME 425 delivers 25.4 kW.
How much does the Manitou ME 425 weigh?
The unladen weight is 5,100 kg.
How fast does the Manitou ME 425 go?
Top speed is 19.2 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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