Transporter 4 Specifications

Power Supply
Power Source Gas Electric
Engine Kawasaki 4-cycle, OHV, 351cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, pressure-lubricated, spin-on oil filter  
Drive Motor   48-volt DC Series Wound
Horsepower 11.0-rated 3.1 @ 2400 RPM (continuous)
10.0 @ 1125 RPM (intermittent)
Governor Automatic ground speed sensing, internally geared-in unitized transaxle  
Governed RPM 3050 +/- 30  
Ignition Electronic w/electronic RPM limiter  
Drive Unit Unitized Transaxle, helical gears: 11.8:1 Forward, 17.1:1 Reverse 12.3:1 direct-drive axle, double-reduction helical gear
Electrical System 12-volt, 500cca, 105 min. reserve 48-volt DC
Batteries   Six 8-volt 117 min. @ 56 amp
Charger   Onboard w/reel, PowerDrive® 48 auto, 17 amp, UL and CUL listed
Controller   300A solid state
Steering/Suspension
Steering Self-adjusting rack & pinion Self-adjusting rack & pinion
Front Suspension Independent leaf spring w/dual hydraulic shocks Independent leaf spring w/dual hydraulic shocks
Rear Suspension Leaf springs w/dual hydraulic shocks Leaf springs w/dual hydraulic shocks
Brakes Four-wheel mechanical drum Four-wheel mechanical drum
Park Brake Foot-operated, multi-lock Foot-operated, multi-lock
Stabilizer Bar Yes  
Frame/Chasis
Frame Chasis Aluminum I-beam Aluminum I-beam
Front Body ArmorFlex® ArmorFlex®
Rear Body All Aluminum All Aluminum
Body Finish Matching paint over molded in color Matching paint over molded in color
Light Package Standard light package Standard Light Package
Front Tires 18 x 8.50-8, 6-ply rated, Premium tread 18 x 8.50-8, 6-ply rated, Premium tread
Rear Tires 18 x 8.50-8, 6-ply rated, Premium tread 18 x 8.50-8, 6-ply rated, Premium tread
Instrumentation Electronic fuel gauge/hour meter, low-oil warning light Battery capacity indicator, battery warning light
Seating Capacity 4 people 4 people
Vehicle Load 1500 lb. (681.0 kg) 1500 lb. (681.0 kg)
Bed Load Size: (Cargo bed inside dimensions) 34.0" x 43.8" x 17.5"
86.4 cm x 111.3 cm x 44.5cm (15.1 ft3)
34.0" x 43.8" x 17.5"
86.4 cm x 111.3 cm x 44.5cm (15.1 ft3)
Bed Load Size:  (Flatbed inside dimensions less trim kit) 35.8" x 44.3"
90.9 cm x 112.5 cm
35.8" x 44.3"
90.9 cm x 112.5 cm
Bed Load Height 27.0" (68.6 cm) 27.0" (68.6 cm)
Bed Load Capacity 300 lb. 300 lb.
Overall Length x W x H 133.5" x 49.3" x 48.0"
339.1 cm x 125.2 cm x 121.9 cm
133.5" x 49.3" x 48.0"
339.1 cm x 125.2 cm x 121.9 cm
Wheelbase 98.5" (250.2 cm) 98.5" (250.2 cm)
Ground Clearance Under Differential 4.5" (11.4 cm) 4.5" (11.4 cm)
Fuel Tank Capacity 7.0 gallons (26.4 liters)  
Tread 34.5"/38.5" (87.4 cm/97.8 cm) 34.5"/38.5" (87.4 cm/97.8 cm)
Dry Weight Less Batteries 825 lb. (374.6 kg) 700 lb. (317.8 kg)
Forward Speed 14-16 mph (22.5-25.7 kph) 12-15 mph (19.3 - 24.1 kph)
Outside Clearance Circle 24.7 ft (7.5 m) dia. 24.7 ft (7.5 m) dia.
Turning Radius 12.0 ft (3.7 m) 12.0 ft (3.7 m)
Intersecting Aisle Radius 90.0" (228.6 cm) 90.0" (228.6 cm)
Vehicle Warranty 2 year, limited 2 year, limited/4 year limited battery