EP · 2.5 tonne · lithium
The all-round 2.5 tonne that most Melbourne warehouses actually need.
External 60A charger requires a three-phase supply. Battery is modular — expandable to a dual 560Ah pack for multi-shift work.
Indicative from-rates, ex GST, based on a 36-month fully maintained term. Final quote subject to site assessment, annual hours, configuration and credit approval. Reviewed August 2026.
KEY SPECIFICATIONS
- Rated capacity
- 2,500 kg
- Mast
- 4.5 m triplex
- Full free lift
- No
- Battery
- 80V / 280Ah lithium (≈22.4 kWh)
- Charger
- 80V/60A external charger
- Site power needed
- Three-phase supply
- Tyres
- Solid tyres
- Attachments
- Side shift, 4-spool valve, LED work + warning lights, OPSS, 1070 mm tynes
Right machine if…
- General warehousing, manufacturing, beverage, timber and building supplies
- Regular loads between 1.5 t and 2.5 t
- Mixed indoor and sealed-yard work
- Businesses that may add a second shift later (dual-battery option)
Wrong machine if…
- Sites without three-phase power
- Container work needing full free lift (choose the BYD EL25-Pro)
- Loads regularly above 2.5 t (choose the EFX5-351)
Why sites pick the EFX5-251
- 16 kW AC drive — up to ~17 km/h travel speed
- Modular battery: field-expandable to 560Ah
- AC Zapi controller with 1-year fleet-management subscription
Rated capacity applies at a 500 mm load centre at low height. Residual capacity reduces with lift height, long loads and attachments — we verify the manufacturer load chart against your heaviest pallet and top beam height before recommending any machine.
Questions we get about the EFX5-251
Why choose the EFX5-251 over the BYD EL25-Pro?
The EFX5-251 has stronger drive performance (16 kW, ~17 km/h) and a lower weekly rate. The EL25-Pro answers a different job: 4.8 m full free lift for containers and high racking, plus 100A fast charging. If you do not need FFL or fast charging, the EFX5-251 is usually the better-value 2.5 t.
Can it work a double shift?
The standard 280Ah pack suits a full single shift. For double shifts the battery is modular and can be expanded to 560Ah, or you can use lithium opportunity charging during breaks — we size this against your actual hours during the fit assessment.
What power supply do I need?
The external 60A charger requires a three-phase outlet. If your site only has single-phase power, ask us about the EFL181 or a site power assessment.
Is the EFX5-251 right for your site?
Send us your loads, lift heights and power supply — we’ll confirm the load chart and quote it the same day.