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Platform Carts

Walk-behind motorized platform carts that carry 1,000 to 10,000 lb on a powered deck, so one person moves heavy loads across warehouses, plants and hospitals. Every cart is quoted in writing.

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At a glance

Load capacity
1,000 to 10,000 lb
Models
31
Width
20 to 40.5 in
Freight
To your ZIP, on your quote

Where it works

  • Warehouses

    Pallets, cartons and totes moved without a forklift.

  • Plants

    Parts, tooling and equipment between work cells.

  • Hospitals

    Supplies and equipment through service halls and elevators.

  • Stockrooms

    Stock moved from the dock to the floor in one trip.

Models

31 models

Filters

Load to carry
Battery
Availability
Brand
Where it works

Side by side

Custom Motorized Die Cart Custom Motorized Long Deck Cart Custom Motorized Tool Cart Custom Motorized Transfer Cart Flatbed Chaindrive Remote Steer Powered Flatbed PartsCaddy Electric Platform Cart PartsCaddy Side Steer Platform Cart PartsCaddyLite Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express 1031-HD Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express 1031-L Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express 1031-L2000 Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express 1031-M Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express 1031-M2000 Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express 1031-S Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express 1031-S2000 Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express 1031-XL Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express 1032-3000 Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express 1032-4000 Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express 1040 Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express 1040-E Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express 1040-HDE Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express 1040-LE Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express 1040-ME Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express 1040-SE Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express AC Vector Motorized Platform Cart Pony Express Industrial Motorized Utility Cart Powered Cart Motorized Utility Cart Powered Hospitality Cart WagonCaddy Industrial Power Cart WagonCaddyHD Motorized Platform Cart WagonCaddyR/W Ride On or Walk Along Powered Cart
Load capacity Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us 2,000 lb Ask us 1,000 lb 2,000 lb 1,500 lb 2,000 lb 1,500 lb 2,000 lb 1,500 lb 2,000 lb 1,500 lb 3,000 lb 4,000 lb 1,000 lb 1,000 lb 1,000 lb 1,000 lb 1,000 lb 1,000 lb Ask us Ask us 1,000 lb 1,500 lb 3,000 lb 10,000 lb 3,000 lb
Deck or platform size Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us 48 x 27 in 48 x 27 in Ask us 52 x 34.5 in 61 x 25.5 in 61 x 25.5 in 49 x 25.5 in 49 x 25.5 in 40 x 25.5 in 40 x 25.5 in 52 x 34.5 in 52 x 34.5 in 52 x 34.5 in 32 x 24 in 32 x 24 in 52 x 34.5 in 61 x 25.5 in 49 x 25.5 in 40 x 25.5 in 62 x 36 in Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us
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Overall width Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us 40.5 in Ask us Ask us 20 in Ask us 27.5 in Ask us 27.5 in 27.5 in Ask us Ask us 36.5 in Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us 40 in Ask us
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Run time per charge Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us 16 hours
Battery Ask us Ask us Ask us Lithium or AGM 36 VDC, three 12 V batteries 36 V, three 12 V 115 amp batteries Lead acid 24 V, two 12 V 105 amp batteries AGM AGM AGM AGM AGM AGM AGM AGM AGM AGM 35 Ah AGM 44 Ah AGM (two 12 V batteries) 44 Ah AGM (two 12 V batteries) 44 Ah AGM (two 12 V batteries) 44 Ah AGM (two 12 V batteries) 44 Ah AGM (two 12 V batteries) Lithium or AGM AGM 24 V, two batteries 24 V, two batteries 36 V, three 12 V 85 amp batteries 36 V, three batteries 36 V, three 115 amp batteries
Overall length Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us 72 in Ask us 60 in 60 in Ask us Ask us 63 in Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us Ask us
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Buying guide

Pick a platform cart by the heaviest single load, the deck that holds it, the steepest ramp on the route and the shift it has to run. Send us those and we confirm the model before you order.

Load capacity

The Pony Express 1040 and 1040-E carry 1,000 lb. The 1031 series carries 1,500 or 2,000 lb and the 1032 series 3,000 or 4,000 lb. The PartsCaddy carries 2,000 lb, the WagonCaddy 3,000 lb and the remote controlled WagonCaddyHD up to 10,000 lb.

Choose a cart rated above your heaviest load. For loads past these ratings, the custom motorized carts are built up to 30,000 lb.

How to choose a platform cart by load capacity covers weighing the load, sizing the deck and checking the ramps.

Deck size and height

The load should sit fully on the deck. The 1040 has a 24 by 32 inch deck at 12 inches. The 1040-E series runs from 24 by 32 up to 34.5 by 52 inches at 12 or 15 inches. The 1031 series comes 25.5 inches wide in 40, 49 and 61 inch lengths, or 34.5 by 52 inches, all at 11.5 inches. The 1032 uses the 34.5 by 52 inch deck.

A shorter deck turns and parks in less space and fits smaller elevators, so choose the shortest deck that holds the load.

A mailroom or records cart is a lighter motorized utility cart on the same kind of drive, and every cart type is on the motorized carts page.

Ramps and steering

The 1031 and 1032 are limited to 6 degree inclines and the 1040 to 3 degrees at full load. The 1040-E series climbs 15 degrees with 1,000 lb, or 12 degrees on the long 1040-LE.

The 1031 and 1032 use center wheel drive, which turns tighter than a front wheel drive cart in crowded aisles.

Batteries and charging

Pony Express platform carts run about 8 hours per charge on 35 or 44 Ah AGM batteries, and the built in charger refills them in about 4 hours from a 120 or 240 volt outlet. The PartsCaddy and WagonCaddy run on 36 volt systems of three batteries with an automatic charger.

What to send for a quote

  • The weight and footprint of the heaviest load
  • The steepest ramp on the route and the floor surface
  • Door widths and the elevator car size, if the route has one
  • Your delivery ZIP code

We check the route against what you send and come back with a written quote for the cart, options, freight and build time.

Questions

Can a platform cart lift the load?

No. Platform carts carry the load at deck height. To raise a load to working height, use a scissor lift cart.

Can a platform cart pull other carts?

No. The owner manual for the 1031, 1032 and 1040 says not to use the cart to push or pull other carts. Towing a train of carts is a job for a warehouse tugger, and every model is on the tuggers page.

Can the carts run outdoors or in wet areas?

The owner manual says not to operate the 1031, 1032 and 1040 in wet environments or over curbs. Tell us about the route and we suggest a cart built for it.

How do we stop unauthorized use?

The Pony Express platform carts have a keyed power switch. Take the key out and the cart will not run.

How do I get a price?

Call us or send the form. Tell us what you move, the route and your ZIP. We send a written quote with the machine, freight and build time.

How does it arrive?

Most machines go by freight truck from the factory. Parts and smaller items can go by FedEx or UPS. Freight to your ZIP is on your quote before you order. Rush and overnight shipping cost extra. We sell and ship to US addresses only.

What warranty comes with it?

EK Tech covers Pony Express tuggers for 2 years on the frame and drive and 1 year on other parts. For DJ Products and Autoquip equipment, ask us.

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Raphael Perlmann