WP 2300

S e r i e s

Highrepaircosts

Load wheelreplacement

Handlerepair

Lowest totalcost ofownership

Brakereplacement

Drive tirereplacement

Coverreplacement

Fork tiprepair

Lift motorreplacement

Load wheelreplacement

Plannedmaintenance

Plannedmaintenance

Plannedmaintenance

Built tough...No surprises.

No risks.

Don’t be fooled by a low entry cost. The Crown WP 2300 Series

price point is validated by the lowest total cost of ownership over time.

WP 2300Series

Competitors

The Crown WP 2300 Series carries the weight of Crown’s

reputation for toughness and value. We don’t take pallet

truck design lightly. And we won’t risk our

reputation, even on entry-level products.

The WP 2300 Series is designed with the same attention

to integrity and performance as Crown’s full line of

counterbalanced, reach, stockpicker and turret

lift trucks. Across the line, Crown’s design philosophy

remains the same – respect for the operator, respect for

the application and respect for management. It’s achieved

by delivering the greatest value and performance at the

lowest total cost of ownership.

While other manufacturers build entry-level products

like pallet trucks with a design and features that

ensure a low price point, Crown chooses not to

compromise quality. This difference means you

can count on a decreasing cost of ownership

from the first day you put

the Crown WP 2300

Series to work. People who

buy cheaper pallet trucks

from Crown’s competitors end up paying more with

an increasing cost of ownership from day one. They

also pay more over time due to differences in

performance. Operators tell us they

prefer the Crown WP 2300 Series

because it allows them to work faster, with far more

efficiency, comfort and safety features. Compare the

differences, and you’ll understand why many of Crown’s

largest fleet owners began their relationship with a Crown walkie pallet truck.

to carry Crown’s reputation.

Ten features

that make the X10

Handle ten times better than

the competition. The innovative

Crown X10 Handle simplifies

control, while boosting operator

safety and productivity. Operator

performance improves with easy-

to-use features, minimizing hand

and wrist movements. Tactile and visual

differentiation of controls provides a natural,

more efficient interface for left-hand and right-

hand operation. In addition, the design provides

exceptional durability and serviceability.

T H E H A N D L E ™

Moveahead.

Crown innovation is your advantage. Crown’s leadership in

innovation is the direct result of finding new ways to help your operators

work faster, safer and more efficiently.

The WP 2300 Series carriesforward Crown’s tradition of productivity-enhancing innovations. Crown pioneeredthe use of side stance instand-up, counterbalancedand narrow-aisle reach trucks,significantly improving operatorhandling, comfort and visibility.We evolved the concept further and moved productivityahead again with thesit/lean/stand design.

These improvements, likeother Crown innovations, resultfrom in-depth analysis of awide range of applications,ergonomic considerations and operator needs and preferences. They’re alsoextensively tested and validatedin Crown’s testing facilities and in demanding, real-worldapplications. It’s how Crownbrings performance and durability together.

Sit

Lean

Stand

Another innovative conceptthat took the industry by storm was the Crown multi-function control handle. It provides smooth, blendedcontrol of lift truck functions,

improving comfortand control for the operator while

saving valuable time. Based on theseinnovations, Crown

developed even greatercontrol advantages for

pallet truck operators with the revolutionary X10 Handle.

2Robust Structural DesignThe X10 Handle incorporates a vacuum die cast process using high-grade aluminum and benefits fromstructural webbing for maximumstrength and durability.

3Urethane Anti-StaticHand GripsThe X10’s hand grips provide the ulti-mate in comfort for any environment:freezer, wet or dry. Integrated grip pointssimplify steering effort. Grip angle isdesigned for neutral wrist position.

4Forward/ReverseThumbwheelThe X10’s unique thumbwheel designincorporates three distinct contactpoints to provide infinite speed controland postural relief in both forward andreverse direction.

5Raise/Lower ButtonsThe raise and lower controls providetactile feedback and are ideally positioned for blending of lift/lowerand traction functions regardless of travel direction.

6Horn ButtonsThe horn buttons are integrated into the X10’s grips, providing easyaccess for either one-handed or two-handed operation.

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Auto ReverseThe X10’s auto-reverse switch isdesigned with a contoured shape that allows for positive activation in any handle operating position.

ProgrammableRabbit/Turtle SwitchThe X10’s rabbit/turtle switch incorporatestwo levels of programmable travel per-formance to match operator experienceand application environment.

Vertical GripThe X10 Handle incorporates a sculpted control pod formed to allowfor operation of the raise and lowerfunctions while in a vertical position.

Service SimplicityThe X10 Handle simplifies service withquick access to internal components.Standard corrosion-resistant internalparts and sealed switches improveservice life. Individual printed circuitboards can be replaced separately for ultimate cost efficiency.

1Compact DesignThe compact design of the X10 Handleenables maneuvering in the tightest of spaces. A brake override feature allows the truck to be maneuvered with the handle in a near vertical position while remaining within the profile of the power unit.

Tough applications

demand Crown.Pallet trucks get used by more workers and take more abuse than

any other lift truck. That’s why Crown makes the WP 2300 Series

performance-ready and application-tough.

The Crown WP 2300 Seriesout-performs any competitor’struck, whether you considerfeatures, endurance, value orcost of ownership. What drivesCrown to excel, is a focus on application requirements,not on the competition. Forexample, the WP 2300 Serieshas the most intuitive, easy-to-use, ergonomic controls ever

developed for a pallet truck,making it easy for a variety ofworkers with varying skill levelsto use. You’ll also find 48 percent more steel in the WP 2300 Series compared toits leading competitor, becausepallet trucks take a beatingover rough floors, dock boardsand in and out of trailers. In many applications, pallettrucks handle heavy, off-

centered loads. To meet thatchallenge, the WP 2300 features dual lift cylinders and a torsion bar for superiorstability and strength. Theseare just a few of the perform-ance, safety and durabilityadvantages built into the WP 2300 Series to answeryour real-world applications.

Lift truck fleet users within the largest warehousingand distribution centers requirereliable, easy-to-use pallet trucks tostart or finish the material-handling flow.

Heavy industrial/manufacturingenvironments demand high capacities and long-term durability to match the challenges.

Thousands of applications with-out receiving/shipping docksrequire delivery from truck to curbside via lift gates.

The relentless demands of fooddistribution require versatile anddependable pallet handling solutions.

Crown’s competitors will tell you that the WP 2300 Series costs more.

Don’t be fooled by hidden costs. Crown’s durability makes your total cost

of ownership the lowest by far after the first 100 days.

Compare the costs...after100+days. Crown’s drive unit,

is substantially largerthan the competitors’,improving durability.Large top bearingssecurely hold the driveunit in place and absorbshock. In addition, alarger drive motor onthe WP 2300 Seriesextends drive motor life.

A low purchase price for a pallet truck can be misleadingif you’re looking for the lowest

overall cost. Competitorsof the Crown WP 2300

Series build theirtrucks cheaper andcharge you extra

for options that are standard with Crown.

So you’re forced to payextra charges or high re-

placement and repair costsshortly after you purchase theirtrucks. Handles, for example,are often replaced on othermanufacturers’ trucks withinthe first months of operation.

They don’t have Crown’sstrong structural handle designwith plenty of steel and a largerobust yoke designed for trailerwork and other tough applica-tions. That’s just one example.There are 10 to 15 otherexamples where the durable,sturdy design of the CrownWP 2300 Series will save youconsiderable costs in a shortamount of time.

The solid structural design of the X10 Handle providesdurable performance in the toughest applications. It’s a criticaldesign difference, because power pallet trucks are often used inextremely tight spaces where handles frequently impact fixedobjects. Competitors’ pallet truck handles, with plastic compo-nents that are easily destroyed by impacts, can’t measure up tothe standard of durability set by the WP 2300 Series.

The X10 Handle has been tested to the extreme in rigorous impact tests to prove its strength and durability.Competitors’ handles shattered upon impact when put to the same test.

The X10 Handle’s solid construction gives you durable performance in trailers and other tough applications.

The WP 2300 fea-tures heavy-gaugesteel throughout thechassis, side panelsand covers, unlike thegenerous use of plastic onother manufacturers’ trucks.This provides a protectivebarrier around valuable components such as motors,hydraulics and electronics. Thecontoured design helps minimizeimpacts with fixed objects, reducingpower unit damage.

Critical internal components require sturdy protection that plastic covers cannot provide.

Solid steel outside the WP 2300 Series protects the inside from fork intrusion or other damage.

Stability and durability advantages result from a design that couples the torsion bar with dual lift cylinders. You will not find the investment in such a design on competitors’ trucks.

You gain notable durability, performance and cost advantages due to the larger drive tire, torsion bar, standard stability bars and T1 steel wear plates of the WP 2300 Series. Along with durability benefits come extra stability and anti-sway features that help reduce associated costs of product damage.

Seethedifference.

Crown’s lift system adds stability on uneven surfaces, across dock boards or with off-center loads.

Let Crown demonstrate the differences to you.

The WP 2300 Series features the toughest fork assembly andlinkage in the industry. Crown’s“C” channel design and pull rod linkage system, combined with heavy-duty 5/16" fork metal, ensurestrength and long life.

The Crown WP 2300 Series features a load wheel designthat incorporates a debris guardinto the assembly. This preventsdebris such as stretch wrap, plasticstrapping and packing tape from building up around the axle, whichcould cause bearing and wheel failure.

The T1 steel wear plate features the same kind of steel used on the tips of bulldozer blades. This provides additional strength in a high impact area whereuneven floor surfaces and dock boards take their toll on other trucks.

Replaceable wear plates protect the WP 2300 Series from costly repairs.

Uniquely designed to protect the forks, the riser axle on the WP 2300 Series is located at the highest point possible. This eliminates frequent repairs, common on other trucks, where the riser axle is damaged by constant contact withdock boards, pallets and uneven floors.

The smooth, rounded fork tips of the WP 2300 Series are boxed-in,which provides greater strength andkeeps contaminants out. Crown’s pull-rod design also reduces forces thatcould bend the rod. These featureseliminate costly fork repairs typical onother trucks.

Adjustable forks on the WP 2300Series simplify pallet entry, reducingwear and damage.

Excellent visibility on the WP 2300Series gives operators a clear view ofthe forks and pallet loads.

Crown’s ramp hold feature improvesoperator confidence and control whenstopping on a ramp.

The contoured power unit positions operators for better maneuverability and control.

Operators quickly realizewhen a pallet truck helpsthem work faster andmore efficiently. TheCrown WP 2300 Seriesimproves productivity byrespecting the operatorat work.

Respect for the operatordrives performance.

A brake override feature enhancesmaneuverability in tight spaces byallowing travel with the handle in a nearvertical position.

The design of the Crown WP 2300 Series is based on how operators can bestrespond to the demands of challenging applications. That’s why the X10 Handlewas developed, giving operators simplified, intuitivecontrol of every pallet truckfunction, including critical safety features. The contouredpower unit and control handledesign also protect operators,positioning them for an idealworking relationship with thetruck. Crown’s innovativeramp hold feature minimizesthe possibility of unexpectedreverse travel when brakes arereleased on an incline. It alsoallows consistent speed onramps, with or without a load.

If the truck encounters anobstacle, the power boostfeature can generate up to 15 percent more power thannormally available for a fullthree seconds to overcomethe obstruction. Superiormaneuverability and visibilityresult from a compact design, contoured power unit andbrake override feature, whichallows the truck to travel withthe handle in a near verticalposition. As a result, operatorscan efficiently use the WP 2300Series in the tightest spaces.

Brake Override

Brake

Brake

Brake

Drive

Brake

Drive

Brake OverrideBrake

Brake

Simplicity of service is assured throughthe InfoPoint Quick ReferenceGuide, component maps and informa-tion nuggets, located throughout thetruck, depict component location, function and working connections.

How does the Crown WP 2300 Series help you save? A solid, durablefoundation is key, whichaccounts for the heavy-dutyframe, forks, handle and liftsystem. T1 steel wear plates,designed to protect a highimpact area, feature replace-able wear blocks. Adjustableforks give you varying fork tipheights for improved palletentry/exit and reduced wear.Drive motor brushes are

It’s nothrowaway design.

substantially larger than thosefound on competitors’ pallettrucks, providing much longerlife. The brake, as well as thepump motor, can be easilyinspected and serviced. Oneof Crown’s competitorsrequires replacement of theentire brake assembly on theirpallet truck, because the brakecan’t be adjusted. The sametruck also requires you toreplace the pump motor everytime brushes are worn. On the

WP 2300 Series, you’ll findreplaceable pump brushes. WithCrown, you’ll save time andexpense over time, becausewe protect you from the highcosts of a throwaway design.

If a pallet truck isn’t designedfor dependable, long-term performance, it quicklybecomes a costly, time-consuming burden on yourbusiness. You can see the difference in the Crown WP 2300 Series with a designthat helps you simplify service

and save costs. It startswith the innovativeInfoPoint® System,which supplies techni-cians with critical information that’s easily accessible and understandable.

Is your pallet truck designed to save costs? The Crown WP 2300 Series gives you the

lowest total cost of ownership with superior durability, easy service and cost-saving designs.

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InfoPoint allows technicians totroubleshoot without schematics,wiring diagrams, or servicemanuals for over 95 percent of repairs based on the 3W’s:where it is, what it is, and what it does.

Application-driven

solutions.

Freezer conditioning assures performanceand durability in freezers or coolers with operatingtemperatures as low as –30ºF.

Battery straps reduce vibration for applications with frequent jarring motions, such as trailer work.

Battery and charger options meet a widerange of requirements for specific applicationneeds (wet or maintenance-free batteries orbattery/charger packs).

Load backrest helps stabilize unsteady loadswhen traveling, lifting and lowering.

Drive tire options include black rubber,polyurethane, non-marking rubber and siped rubber.

Drive tow switch provides manual traction in the event of controller failure.

Toggle switch, in lieu of a key switch, allows theWP 2300 Series to be turned on without a key.

Curtis Uni-Gauge combines a battery discharge indicator with an hour meter.

Stabilizing casters improve lateral stability on uneven floors and enhance truck performance and service life.

You can easily improve performance for your specific

application needs with Crown’s selection of fully integrated

accessories for the WP 2300 Series (popular items high-

lighted below). Your local Crown representative will help

you determine individual solutions that will give you the

greatest benefits for your application.

PE 4000Crown PE 4000 Series rider pallet trucks satisfylow-level order picking and high-speed trans-porting needs, offering the toughest truck in itsclass with innovative productivity features.

ST 3000The Crown ST 3000 Series stacker trucks giveyou a faster, safer way to lift, stack, manageand move merchandise, tools or equipmentwith capacities up to 2,000 pounds.

PW 3500The Crown PW 3500 Series offers heavy-dutypallet truck capabilities to complement the WP2300 Series. Designed to handle 6,000 and8,000 pounds, the PW 3500 Series improvesproductivity in the most demanding applications.

WE 2300Crown’s pedestrian and rider stackers featurethe X10 Handle and include both fork-over versions (ideal for wire baskets, plastic palletsand products on skids) and straddle versions.

PTH 50Crown PTH 50 Series hand pallet trucks handlecapacities up to 5,000 pounds and feature a varietyof fork lengths and models.

Superiorperformance

for pallet handling and stacking.

WRCrown’s walkie reach stacker trucks, featuringa pantograph reach mechanism, providetremendous load handling versatility, combiningthe maneuverability of a straddle stacker withthe flexibility of a counterbalance stacker.

The Crown lift truck family carries the reputation for value and performance

across the line with tough, dependable trucks for your pallet handling and

stacking applications. Our focus is on improving productivity with a safe,

efficient solution that gives you superior performance at the lowest total cost

of ownership.

Crown Equipment CorporationNew Bremen, Ohio 45869 USATel 419-629-2311Fax 419-629-3796crown.com

Because Crown is continually improving its products, specifications are subject to change without notice.

Crown, the Momentum symbol, X10, the X10 Handle, the stylized X10 logo and InfoPoint are trademarks of Crown Equipment Corporation.

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