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FIIG:  A085A0

Entry Date:  Apr-01-1974

Concept:  

Status:  A

Applicability:  A

Type:  0

Definition:  A self-propelled, wheeled vehicle having a mechanical or hydraulic operated lifting mechanism (a framework consisting of two forks, each fork having mounted wheel(s) for support of the outer fork ends) primarily designed for horizontal handling of pallets and not intended for high elevating. The lift mechanism raises enough to lift the pallet above the floor only for transporting purposes. May be designed for riding and/or "walking along hand guiding.".

Basic INC:  70196

Basic Name:  TRUCK

Description:  1. (Automotive) A self-propelled wheeled vehicle normally rated by capacity in tons, designed primarily to transport supplies, equipment, and/or personnel. It may be used to tow trailers or other mobile equipment. Includes trucks of the articulated type where front and rear units are not capable of functioning separately. See also AUTOMOBILE (1) (as modified) and CARRIER (1) (as modified). Excludes: TRUCK TRACTOR.