NEWS/EVENTS

Komatsu Forklift Announces NEW AX50 Model Family

Covington, GA – January 8, 2007. It is with great excitement that Komatsu Forklift U.S.A., Inc. announces the introduction of the newest addition to the Komatsu Forklift family of internal combustion cushion and pneumatic tire models, the new AX50. The AX50 will replace the current AX20 Series with models in 3,000 and 3,500 lbs. of capacity.

The new AX50 will offer many of the same great new features introduced with the new BX50, along with EPA Tier 2 compliance level engines. New AX50 features include:

• “The Komfort Zone” dual floating operator cabin for greater operator comfort and reduced vibration
• KOPS Plus to lock out lift and travel when the operator leaves the seat
• K21 Tier 2 compliant ECCS high torque engine in gasoline or LPG
• High visibility EZview masts
• Tilt steering console with small diameter steering wheel
• Fully hydrostatic power steering
• Single piece, fully insulated all steel engine cover for reduced heat and vibration
• Pneumatic model has wide-open step area with non-slip surface, while cushion model offers wide, in-frame step with non-slip surface.
• Both models have a full-width rubber floor mat
• New Komatsu designed and manufactured transmission with high capacity oil cooler and aluminum alloy transmission case
• Extended service intervals reduce maintenance costs and downtime

The AX50 offers a perfect blend of power, performance and operator comforts, allowing the operator to handle the toughest applications with maximized efficiency and productivity. With excellent maneuverability and handling ease, the AX50 is the right choice for a wide variety of applications. The new AX50 goes into full production this month at Komatsu’s ISO-certified plant in Covington, Georgia. A new 8-page feature brochure and separate cushion and pneumatic spec sheets are offered in support of the product.