What is the load capacity of the Hyundai 40L-9?

4,000 kg at a 600 mm load centre. The 9-series Kubota WG3800 engine produces 63.5 kW, travel speed is 22.9 km/h, gradeability is 35.5% laden, and service weight is 6,348 kg. It is the entry model in the Hyundai 9-series LPG range covering 3.5 to 5 tonnes.

What is the Hyundai 40L-9 price in UAE?

Contact Al Shirawi Trading at 04-3718585 or request a quote online. Pricing depends on mast configuration, tyre type, and optional attachments. Fleet pricing is available.

What is the gradeability of the Hyundai 40L-9?

35.5% both laden and unladen. Equal gradeability at full 4-tonne load and empty. This covers the ramp approaches, dock levellers, and sloped surfaces common in UAE heavy logistics and industrial facilities without capacity or speed reduction on grade.

What is the difference between the 35LE-7 and the 40L-9?

The 35LE-7 carries 3,500 kg at 500 mm load centre with a 44.1 kW L4KB engine on the LE-7 platform. The 40L-9 carries 4,000 kg at 600 mm load centre with a 63.5 kW Kubota WG3800 Euro Stage V engine on the heavier 9-series platform — with improved transmission, drive axle, and a 7% fuel saving. Choose the 35LE-7 for loads up to 3.5 tonnes. Choose the 40L-9 when loads regularly reach 3.6–4 tonnes and the wider 600 mm load centre is required.

What does the 600 mm load centre mean on the 40L-9?

The load centre is the distance from the fork face to the load’s centre of gravity. The 40L-9’s 600 mm rating means it is correctly specified for loads whose centre of gravity is up to 600 mm from the fork face — wider than the 500 mm standard of the LE-7 series. This matters for oversized, wide, or deep industrial loads where using a 500 mm rated machine at the same nominal weight creates an actual overload condition. The 40L-9’s 600 mm load centre correctly rates it for these load types.

Is the Hyundai 40L-9 suitable for UAE indoor operations?

The 40L-9 is LPG-powered. LPG burns cleaner than diesel — the Kubota WG3800 meets Euro Stage V standards. It is suitable for covered warehouses, heavy logistics facilities, and mixed indoor-outdoor UAE environments where diesel emissions are a ventilation concern. For zero-emission enclosed environments, Al Shirawi Trading’s Hyundai electric heavy forklift range is recommended.

Where can I buy a 4-tonne LPG forklift in UAE?

Al Shirawi Trading is the authorised Hyundai XiteSolution dealer in UAE with locations in Dubai (Al Quoz and DIP), Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah. Contact us at 04-3718585 or request a quote online.

Does Al Shirawi Trading supply genuine spare parts for the Hyundai 40L-9 in UAE?

Yes. Genuine Hyundai and Kubota WG3800 engine parts, LPG system components, wet disc brake components, 9-series transmission parts, and mast and hydraulic components are all stocked at UAE service locations. Our team covers Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah for scheduled maintenance and breakdown response.

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40L-9 – LPG Forklift

The Hyundai 40L-9 is a 4,000 kg heavy-duty LPG counterbalance forklift — the entry model in Hyundai’s 9-series LPG platform covering 3.5 to 5 tonnes.

It is a significant step up from the LE-7 series. New platform. More powerful Kubota WG3800 engine at 63.5 kW. Improved transmission and drive axle. 22.9 km/h travel speed. 35.5% gradeability at full load. Euro Stage V emission compliance.

The 600 mm load centre — wider than the LE-7 series’ 500 mm standard — correctly rates the 40L-9 for the larger, deeper load geometries common in UAE heavy logistics, manufacturing, and industrial yard operations.

Wet disc brakes, fully hydrostatic steering, ISO 6055 overhead guard, and a 7% fuel consumption improvement over the previous generation are all standard.

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Technical Specifications

Load Capacity

4000 kg

Load Center

600mm

Engine

KUBOTA / WG3800

Rated Power

63.5kW

Tire Type

Pneumatic

Key Features of the Hyundai 40L-9

4,000 kg at 600 mm Load Centre — The Right Specification for Heavy UAE Operations

The 40L-9 carries 4,000 kg at a 600 mm load centre. The wider 600 mm rating is not a minor technical footnote — it is a fundamental specification shift. At 4-tonne capacity, loads in UAE heavy logistics, industrial yards, and manufacturing environments are frequently wider, deeper, or longer than standard pallets. Their centre of gravity sits further from the fork face than 500 mm. The 40L-9’s 600 mm load centre correctly rates the machine for these load geometries — giving fleet managers a machine that is properly specified for real UAE 4-tonne loads, not just nominal weight.
Kubota WG3800 Euro Stage V Engine — Clean, Powerful, Proven

The 63.5 kW Kubota WG3800 is a purpose-built industrial LPG engine meeting Euro Stage V and EPA Tier 4 — the strictest current emission standards for LPG forklift engines globally. At 84 HP, it delivers the sustained power needed to move 4,000 kg loads at 22.9 km/h, climb 35.5% grades at full load, and sustain high lift speeds across a full double shift in UAE heavy logistics and industrial environments. Kubota is one of the world’s most widely supported industrial engine brands. Service and parts support is available through Al Shirawi Trading’s UAE network and Kubota’s own regional infrastructure.
7% Fuel Consumption Improvement — Lower Running Costs from Day One

Hyundai’s 9-series LPG platform delivers a 7% improvement in fuel consumption rate versus the previous generation. At 4-tonne capacity across a 10-hour double shift, the cumulative LPG saving per machine per month is material — and it compounds across the fleet. For UAE fleet managers managing operating budgets tightly across multiple heavy forklifts, the 9-series fuel efficiency improvement is a financial justification for specifying this machine over less efficient alternatives at the same capacity class.

22.9 km/h Travel Speed — Fastest in the LE-7/9-Series Progression

The 40L-9 travels at 22.9 km/h — faster than any model in the LE-7 series at higher load capacity. The improved 9-series transmission and drive axle deliver this speed increase at 4 tonnes. In UAE large-footprint logistics and industrial facilities where travel distance per cycle is 50–100 metres, this speed advantage reduces cycle time, increases daily pallet throughput, and extends the productive range of a single machine across the full shift.
35.5% Gradeability — Equal Performance Laden and Unladen

At 35.5% gradeability, the 40L-9 handles the steepest ramp approaches in UAE logistics and industrial facilities — equally under full 4-tonne load and empty. Most competing heavy LPG forklifts show a significant gradeability reduction under full load versus the unladen figure. The 40L-9 maintains the same 35.5% rating at both conditions — a direct result of the Kubota engine’s high torque output at low RPM and the improved 9-series transmission’s traction management under heavy load on grade.
Improved 9-Series Transmission and Drive Axle — Durability at Heavy-Cycle Scale

The 40L-9 introduces Hyundai’s improved 9-series transmission and drive axle. Both are redesigned for the load cycles and sustained duty of 4-tonne heavy industrial operation — delivering better traction on mixed surfaces, faster directional shift response during dock and yard manoeuvres, and longer drivetrain service life under the continuous heavy-cycle workload of UAE logistics and manufacturing environments. This is not a carryover drivetrain from a lighter series — it is the purpose-built heavy platform Hyundai developed specifically for the 9-series 3.5–5 tonne LPG range.

Why Choose Al Shirawi Trading?

Al Shirawi Trading is the authorised Hyundai XiteSolution dealer in UAE.

Every 40L-9 we supply comes with a full Hyundai factory warranty backed by genuine spare parts in UAE stock.

The 40L-9 introduces the Kubota WG3800 engine and the improved 9-series drivetrain — components that require trained service support to maintain correctly. Our UAE team is trained on the full Hyundai XiteSolution range, including the 9-series LPG platform.

We cover Dubai (Al Quoz and DIP), Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah for scheduled maintenance, genuine parts supply, and breakdown support.

Authorised Hyundai XiteSolution dealer in UAE
Full Hyundai factory warranty on every machine
Genuine Hyundai and Kubota engine parts — UAE-stocked
9-series drivetrain service capability
Service coverage — Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah
Scheduled preventive maintenance programmes
Fleet pricing for multi-unit procurement
Mast, tyre, and attachment specification guidance
Operator training and safety support

Applications

The Hyundai 40L-9 is the right machine when the LE-7 series’ 3.5-tonne ceiling is regularly reached and 4-tonne rated capacity is needed for daily operational safety and compliance.

At 4,000 kg with a 600 mm load centre, the 40L-9 handles the load types that define UAE heavy industrial and port operations — wider steel fabrications, large industrial component skids, full pallets of dense building materials, and the oversized load geometries that exceed the correct specification boundary of 500 mm load centre machines.

Its LPG fuel system makes it suitable for both outdoor yard operations and covered facility environments where diesel emissions are not acceptable.

Material handling operations, including:

Heavy FMCG distribution — maximum weight and oversized pallet builds
Beverage and food production loading at 4-tonne pallet weights
Steel stockholding and fabrication facility material movement
Building material distribution — heavy tiles, blocks, and dense goods
Port terminal and freight yard heavy cargo handling
Manufacturing production supply — heavy component and raw material feeding
Pharmaceutical and healthcare supply logistics — high-density full pallets
Automotive assembly and heavy parts distribution
Oil and gas project site material and equipment handling
Free zone logistics — 4-tonne class heavy pallet and industrial operations
Paper and packaging product heavy warehousing
Cold chain and temperature-controlled logistics — LPG clean emissions

Benefits of the Hyundai 40L-9

4,000 kg at 600 mm load centre — correctly rated for the wider, heavier, and deeper load geometries that define 4-tonne operations in UAE heavy logistics and industrial environments.
Kubota WG3800 Euro Stage V engine at 63.5 kW — the most powerful LPG engine in the Hyundai XiteSolution range up to this capacity, meeting the strictest current global emission standards.
7% fuel consumption improvement over previous generation — lower LPG running cost per shift from day one, compounding across fleet and operational life.

22.9 km/h travel speed — faster than the LE-7 series at higher payload, enabled by the improved 9-series transmission and drive axle.
35.5% gradeability laden and unladen — equal ramp performance at full load and empty, ensuring predictable climbing capability at every point in the daily operational cycle.
Improved 9-series transmission and drive axle — purpose-built for 4-tonne heavy-cycle duty, delivering better traction, faster directional response, and longer drivetrain service life than the LE-7 platform.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the load capacity of the Hyundai 40L-9?

4,000 kg at a 600 mm load centre. The 9-series Kubota WG3800 engine produces 63.5 kW, travel speed is 22.9 km/h, gradeability is 35.5% laden, and service weight is 6,348 kg. It is the entry model in the Hyundai 9-series LPG range covering 3.5 to 5 tonnes.
What is the Hyundai 40L-9 price in UAE?

Contact Al Shirawi Trading at 04-3718585 or request a quote online. Pricing depends on mast configuration, tyre type, and optional attachments. Fleet pricing is available.
What engine does the Hyundai 40L-9 use?

The Kubota WG3800 LPG engine producing 63.5 kW (84 HP). It meets Euro Stage V and EPA Tier 4 emission standards and delivers a 7% fuel consumption improvement over the previous generation. Kubota is a globally supported industrial engine brand with service infrastructure available across the UAE.
What is the gradeability of the Hyundai 40L-9?

35.5% both laden and unladen. Equal gradeability at full 4-tonne load and empty. This covers the ramp approaches, dock levellers, and sloped surfaces common in UAE heavy logistics and industrial facilities without capacity or speed reduction on grade.
What is the difference between the 35LE-7 and the 40L-9?

The 35LE-7 carries 3,500 kg at 500 mm load centre with a 44.1 kW L4KB engine on the LE-7 platform. The 40L-9 carries 4,000 kg at 600 mm load centre with a 63.5 kW Kubota WG3800 Euro Stage V engine on the heavier 9-series platform — with improved transmission, drive axle, and a 7% fuel saving. Choose the 35LE-7 for loads up to 3.5 tonnes. Choose the 40L-9 when loads regularly reach 3.6–4 tonnes and the wider 600 mm load centre is required.
What does the 600 mm load centre mean on the 40L-9?

The load centre is the distance from the fork face to the load’s centre of gravity. The 40L-9’s 600 mm rating means it is correctly specified for loads whose centre of gravity is up to 600 mm from the fork face — wider than the 500 mm standard of the LE-7 series. This matters for oversized, wide, or deep industrial loads where using a 500 mm rated machine at the same nominal weight creates an actual overload condition. The 40L-9’s 600 mm load centre correctly rates it for these load types.
Is the Hyundai 40L-9 suitable for UAE indoor operations?

The 40L-9 is LPG-powered. LPG burns cleaner than diesel — the Kubota WG3800 meets Euro Stage V standards. It is suitable for covered warehouses, heavy logistics facilities, and mixed indoor-outdoor UAE environments where diesel emissions are a ventilation concern. For zero-emission enclosed environments, Al Shirawi Trading’s Hyundai electric heavy forklift range is recommended.
Where can I buy a 4-tonne LPG forklift in UAE?

Al Shirawi Trading is the authorised Hyundai XiteSolution dealer in UAE with locations in Dubai (Al Quoz and DIP), Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah. Contact us at 04-3718585 or request a quote online.
Does Al Shirawi Trading supply genuine spare parts for the Hyundai 40L-9 in UAE?

Yes. Genuine Hyundai and Kubota WG3800 engine parts, LPG system components, wet disc brake components, 9-series transmission parts, and mast and hydraulic components are all stocked at UAE service locations. Our team covers Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah for scheduled maintenance and breakdown response.

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40L-9 – LPG Forklift

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Technical Specifications

Load Capacity

Load Center

Engine

Rated Power

Tire Type

Key Features of the Hyundai 40L-9

4,000 kg at 600 mm Load Centre — The Right Specification for Heavy UAE Operations

Kubota WG3800 Euro Stage V Engine — Clean, Powerful, Proven

7% Fuel Consumption Improvement — Lower Running Costs from Day One

22.9 km/h Travel Speed — Fastest in the LE-7/9-Series Progression

35.5% Gradeability — Equal Performance Laden and Unladen

Improved 9-Series Transmission and Drive Axle — Durability at Heavy-Cycle Scale

Why Choose Al Shirawi Trading?

Applications

Heavy FMCG distribution — maximum weight and oversized pallet builds

Beverage and food production loading at 4-tonne pallet weights

Steel stockholding and fabrication facility material movement

Building material distribution — heavy tiles, blocks, and dense goods

Port terminal and freight yard heavy cargo handling

Manufacturing production supply — heavy component and raw material feeding

Pharmaceutical and healthcare supply logistics — high-density full pallets

Automotive assembly and heavy parts distribution

Oil and gas project site material and equipment handling

Free zone logistics — 4-tonne class heavy pallet and industrial operations

Paper and packaging product heavy warehousing

Cold chain and temperature-controlled logistics — LPG clean emissions

Benefits of the Hyundai 40L-9

4,000 kg at 600 mm load centre — correctly rated for the wider, heavier, and deeper load geometries that define 4-tonne operations in UAE heavy logistics and industrial environments.

Kubota WG3800 Euro Stage V engine at 63.5 kW — the most powerful LPG engine in the Hyundai XiteSolution range up to this capacity, meeting the strictest current global emission standards.

7% fuel consumption improvement over previous generation — lower LPG running cost per shift from day one, compounding across fleet and operational life.

22.9 km/h travel speed — faster than the LE-7 series at higher payload, enabled by the improved 9-series transmission and drive axle.

35.5% gradeability laden and unladen — equal ramp performance at full load and empty, ensuring predictable climbing capability at every point in the daily operational cycle.

Improved 9-series transmission and drive axle — purpose-built for 4-tonne heavy-cycle duty, delivering better traction, faster directional response, and longer drivetrain service life than the LE-7 platform.