Aardwolf FB1 Fork Lift Boom
Product Type: Aardwolf Forklift Boom FB1-2720
Material: High-grade Australian rectangular tube steel (AS1163-450 LO)
Compatibility: For 2–2.5 tonne forklift trucks
Telescoping Range: 1610–2724 mm (63.4"–107")
Increment: 557 mm (21.9")
Working Load Limit: 1500 kg (3307 lbs) retracted | 500 kg (1102 lbs) extended
Fork Pockets: 150 × 58 mm (5.9" × 2.3") | 366 mm (14.4") center to center
Securing Mechanism: Bolts and restraint pins for safe locking
Packaging Dimensions: 1750 × 620 × 410 mm (69" × 24.4" × 16.1")
Net Weight: 91 kg (201 lbs) | Gross Weight: 100 kg (220 lbs)
Safety Feature: Boom extension designed to prevent full pull-out
Specifications
| Metric (mm-kg) | Imperial (inch-lb) |
Slip onto forks designed with fork pockets | 150x58 | 5.9"x2.3" |
Fork pockets from the centre to center | 366 | 14.4" |
Manually telescopes | 1610 - 2724 | 63.4"x107" |
Increment | 557 | 21.9" |
Working load limit | Retracted: 1500 | 3307 |
Net weight | 91 | 201 |
Gross weight | 100 | 220 |
Packaging dimensions | 1750x620x410 | 69"x24.4"x16.1" |
The Aardwolf FB1 Forklift Boom (FB1-2720) is a rugged telescoping two-section boom designed to enhance the lifting and handling capacity of 2–2.5 tonne forklift trucks. Manufactured from high-grade Australian rectangular tube steel (AS1163-450 LO), it ensures superior strength, durability, and safety in demanding applications.
The boom extends from 1610 mm (63.4") to 2724 mm (107") with a 557 mm (21.9") increment, providing flexibility for a variety of lifting tasks. Its working load limit is 1500 kg (3307 lbs) when retracted, and 500 kg (1102 lbs) when fully extended.
Designed with operator safety in mind, the extension is engineered so it cannot be pulled out completely. The boom secures firmly to fork blades using rear bolts and restraint pins, ensuring reliable attachment.
With a compact build, fork pockets sized 150 × 58 mm (5.9" × 2.3") and 366 mm (14.4") center spacing, the FB1-2720 offers excellent compatibility and maximum driver visibility.