NXT18 Hooklift
Featuring next-level design and a best-in-class 7.5″ lost load height, the powerful 18,000-lb-capacity Stellar® NXT18 Hooklift handles 8′ – 14′ bodies for 108″ – 120″ CA chassis. For maximum compatibility and flexibility, the bolt-on body lock system provides universal adjustment for either inside or outside locks.
Key Features
High strength without added weight:
- Z-rail design: The base is pre-drilled to allow for efficient installation on the chassis and to allow body saddles to be installed where needed.
Do more with one truck:
- Dump section: Integrated body lock mounting holes on the dump section eliminate the need to cut off and weld on locks.
- Telescopic jib: Multiplate design provides a lightweight yet sound structure for handling a wide range of body lengths.
- Universal latching system: The industry-leading bolt-on adjustable body locks provide specific adjustment of either inside or outside locks.
- Manual adjustable hook height: Set the hook height to match the lift bar height of a fleet of containers.
Best-in-class load height:
- Compact secondary design: A lost load height of 7.5″ when combined with the dump section creates a double pivot, allowing a lower below-grade hook bar approach. Accommodates down to 4″ subframe heights.
- Wear pad design: Integrated replaceable wear pads for easier serviceability.
Timesaving convenience:
- Lift cylinders: The integrated soft-stop feature brings the body to rest gently on the body saddles, and the speed enhancement system for cylinder extension cuts cycle time by up to 30%.
- Electronic controls: Programmable logic provides precision hook deployment, and the radio remote control transmitter delivers easy, handheld operation control.
- Hydraulic reservoir: The universal mounting bracket lets you place the 8-gallon reservoir where you want it: top mount at the bulkhead or along the chassis frame, or on either side of the unit.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Hook Height: | 35.63" (905 mm) or 54" (1.372 mm) |
| Lift Capacity: | 35.63" HH: 18,000 lbs (8,165 kg) 54": HH: 18,000 lbs (8,165 kg) |
| Dump Capacity: | 18,000 lbs (8,165 kg) |
| Cycle Times: | Tilt/Dump Extend: 36 seconds Tilt/Dump Retract: 30 seconds Jib Extend: 5 seconds Jib Retract: 4 seconds (Times based on 16 gpm of oil flow.) |
| Shipping Weight: | 2,400 lbs (1,089 kg) (Without reservoir and body locks.) |
| Body Lengths: | 8' – 14' (2,438 – 4,267 mm) |
| Min. Truck GVWR: | 16,000 – 26,000 lbs (7,257 – 11,793 kg) |
| Maximum Hydraulic Flow: | 16 gpm (60.5 lpm) |
| Operating Pressure: | 4,200 psi (289 bar) |
| Valve Bank: | Monoblock main valve with electric solenoid, main pressure relief valve and power beyond port. |
| Load Holding Valves: | All cylinders are equipped with counterbalance valves to prevent cylinder collapse in the event of a hose failure. |
| Hydraulic Pump Kits: | Kit includes a PTO control module that disengages the PTO if a set rpm is exceeded. |
| Components: | Main components are manufactured with high-strength steel. Bushings at all pivot points. All pins are zinc-plated carbon steel as standard with an option to upgrade to type 17-4 stainless pins. |
| Finish: | All weldments are painted with two-part polyurethane enamel prior to assembly. |
| Warranty: | Stellar-manufactured structural parts: 5 years Paint adhesion on Stellar-manufactured parts: 3 years Purchased parts and labor: 1 year Labor on Stellar workmanship: 1 year |
Dimensions
| Description | NXT18S — 36" or 54" | NXT18L — 36" or 54" |
|---|---|---|
| A. Overall Length: | 129.19" (3,281 mm) | 150.19" (3,815 mm) |
| B. Cab-to-Axle Range: | 84" to 96" (2,133 to 2,438 mm) | 108" to 120" (2,743 to 3,048 mm) |
| C. After-Frame Range: | 47" (1,194 mm) | 47" (1,194 mm) |
| D. Loader Height: | 7.50" (190.5 mm) | 7.50" (190.5 mm) |
| E. Front of Jib to ℄ of Roller: | 123.69" (3,142 mm) | 147.69" (3,751 mm) |
| F. Dump Angle: | 60º (1.04 rad) | 60° (1.04 rad) |
| G. Maximum Tilt Height: | 36" HH: 82.94" (2,106 mm) 54" HH: 95.13" (2,416 mm) |
36" HH: 82.75" (2,102 mm) 54" HH: 99.37" (2,524 mm) |
| H. Jib Travel: | 24" (610 mm) | 30" (762 mm) |
| I. Front of Jib to ℄ of Hook: | 5.63" (143 mm) | 5.63" (143 mm) |
| J. Hook Below Frame: | 36" HH: 10" (254 mm) 54" HH: 2.88" (708 mm) |
36" HH: 10" (254 mm) 54" HH: 2.88" (708 mm) |
| K. Lowest Point in Dump*: | 16.38" (416 mm) | 21.63" (549 mm) |
| L. ℄ to Back of Roller: | 2" (51 mm) | 2" (51 mm) |
| *Dimensions are based on maximum advertised body lengths. |
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