Konecranes has taken a major step forward in its electrification journey with the launch of its new fully electric reach stacker – an innovation designed for the high-intensity, heavy-duty operations that define today’s global material handling industry.
Unveiled to an exclusive audience in Shanghai on 19 November, the new model delivers up to 16 hours of continuous performance on a single charge, marking a significant advancement in eco-efficient container handling. Already available across Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, and South America, Konecranes plans to expand availability to Europe and North America in 2026, further strengthening its global electric offering.
High Performance Meets Intelligent Efficiency
Engineered for maximum productivity, the electric reach stacker offers fast charging – achieving a full charge in just 1 to 3 hours, depending on battery size and charging power. With handling speeds significantly faster than diesel models, the machine is built to deliver robust performance, enhanced safety, and long-term reliability.
It launches with four powerful high-capacity top-lift models, featuring a compact wheelbase for improved manoeuvrability and the ability to maintain high lifting capacities across three container rows. Stacking capabilities include 5/5-high or 6/5-high at 8’6” / 9’6” containers, ensuring it excels in demanding environments where efficiency is essential.
“Our focus remains on delivering lift truck solutions that drive efficiency for customers worldwide. With the introduction of the electric reach stacker, we now offer a comprehensive range of fully electrified lift trucks designed to optimise operations regardless of the location or handling need,” says Andreas Falk, Senior Vice President, Lift Trucks, Konecranes.
Advanced Safety and Smart Technology
The new reach stacker incorporates intelligent control systems, load-sensing hydraulics, and one of the most spacious and safety-focused cabins in the industry, giving operators an optimised driving experience and dependable safety performance.
As part of Konecranes’ Smart Connected Lift Trucks lineup, the electric reach stacker uses TRUCONNECT® to collect real-time operational data – including battery condition, energy usage, braking energy recovery, alarms, alerts, and overall diagnostics. This information is transmitted securely to the yourKONECRANES customer portal, allowing operators to monitor performance, safety, and environmental impact with total transparency.
Key Advantages of the New Konecranes Electric Reach Stacker
- Up to 16 hours of continuous operation on a single charge – ideal for high-intensity, round-the-clock operations.
- Fast charging in just 1–3 hours, depending on battery size and charging power.
- Significantly faster handling speeds compared to diesel models, boosting productivity.
- Reduced operating costs thanks to fewer moving parts, less maintenance, and no diesel consumption.
- Zero tailpipe emissions, supporting decarbonisation and cleaner operations.
- Load-sensing hydraulics that optimise energy use and improve efficiency.
- Advanced intelligent control systems that enhance safety, responsiveness, and operator confidence.
- Compact wheelbase and high manoeuvrability, even in tight operating environments.
- High lifting capacity across all three container rows, ideal for demanding container yards.
- Stacking capability up to 6/5-high, ensuring optimal use of yard space.
- Spacious, safety-focused operator cabin, offering superior visibility and comfort.
- TRUCONNECT® remote monitoring for real-time battery data, energy usage, braking energy recovery and operational diagnostics via the yourKONECRANES portal.
- Part of the ECOLIFTING™ portfolio, meaning a reduced carbon footprint and a measurable positive environmental impact.
Advancing Konecranes’ ECOLIFTING™ Vision
The new reach stacker marks another milestone in the company’s Ecolifting™ programme – Konecranes’ commitment to increasing its positive “handprint” through products and services that help customers reduce emissions and operate more sustainably. From eco-optimised diesel drives to hybrids and fully electrified fleets, Konecranes continues to invest in solutions that support decarbonisation, circularity, and safer material flows.
With a long-standing focus on customer needs, continuous improvement, and industry leadership, Konecranes remains at the forefront of global material handling innovation – delivering electric equipment that is not only powerful and productive, but also designed to support a cleaner and more sustainable future.
“We congratulate Konecranes on this significant milestone in the evolution of electric heavy-lifting equipment. The launch of the new Electric Reach Stacker represents a major step forward for efficiency, sustainability and high-performance container handling across our regions. As long-standing partners of Konecranes, we are proud to support innovations that not only advance operational productivity but also contribute meaningfully to a lower-emission future. This new addition to the Ecolifting™ portfolio sets a powerful benchmark for the industry, and we look forward to bringing this technology to customers across West and Central Africa.” – Henry Lyne, Owner & CEO, Paterson Simons & Co. (Africa) Ltd
The top photo and this photo below show Henry Lyne in China, attending the official launch of the new Konecranes Electric Reach Stacker.
Info and photos: Konecranes.com