HUBTEX expands heavy-duty compact forklift portfolio with M Fahrzeugbau integration

HUBTEX is sharpening its strategic focus on the heavy-duty compact forklift market, aiming to offer customers in heavy-load handling a more comprehensive range of solutions. A key milestone in this effort is the integration of the expertise of compact forklift specialist M Fahrzeugbau.

The new M-TEX makes it easy to move heavy loads in extremely tight spaces thanks to a design that is up to 25% narrower and 20% shorter

One result of this development is a newly engineered compact forklift, set to be launched under the model name M-TEX. Going forward, this platform will serve as HUBTEX’s standard solution for load capacities ranging from 11 to 15 tonnes. At the same time, the company is consolidating all compact forklift solutions within the HUBTEX Group – including relevant vehicles from DIMOS – to create a streamlined and clearly structured product offering.

Since 1948, M Fahrzeugbau has developed and manufactured custom heavy-duty compact forklifts with load capacities ranging from 6 to 40 tonnes, tailored for confined operating environments such as metal processing facilities, foundries, steel mills, rolling mills and the paper industry. Through the acquisition, HUBTEX has secured extensive trademark rights, along with valuable engineering, customer and sales data.

HUBTEX’s objective is to strategically expand the Group’s capabilities in the heavy-duty compact forklift segment and further reinforce its position as a global market leader. Drawing on the acquired technological expertise, the company plans to develop new vehicle concepts and continue advancing the segment. HUBTEX is also systematically integrating the compact forklift expertise of its subsidiary DIMOS into its broader portfolio.

On the technical side, HUBTEX is methodically incorporating M Fahrzeugbau’s engineering data into the Group’s existing development platform. Compact forklifts offer clear advantages where heavy loads must be moved in extremely tight spaces. Compared with conventional heavy-duty forklifts, they can be up to 25% narrower and 20% shorter. M Fahrzeugbau’s trucks, in particular, were regarded as market-leading for their exceptionally compact design – a defining characteristic that will remain central to HUBTEX compact forklifts going forward.

The new M-TEX also offers major advantages in terms of ergonomics, operator comfort and service accessibility

“By integrating the brand, engineering and sales data from M Fahrzeugbau, we’re creating a strong foundation for developing new and innovative solutions in the compact forklift segment,” said Hans-Joachim Finger, General Manager of the HUBTEX Group.

“At the same time, together with our other heavy-duty handling solutions – such as platform trucks, heavy-duty multidirectional forklifts and automated coil transporters – we’re able to offer a comprehensive portfolio for demanding applications across these industries.”

The first result of this integration within the HUBTEX portfolio is the new M-TEX model in the 11-15 tonne capacity range. It incorporates key design features from the former M portfolio, including an exceptionally compact frame width enabled by an innovative drive and transmission layout. At the same time, optimised mast geometry and an enhanced operating and control concept provide excellent visibility of the load.

By combining M Fahrzeugbau’s engineering developments with HUBTEX’s extensive expertise, the company has also significantly improved ergonomics, operator comfort, and service accessibility.

“With the new M-TEX platform, we’re creating a future-ready foundation that combines proven design concepts with our own engineering expertise, while strategically expanding our compact forklift portfolio,” added Hans-Joachim Finger.

To find out more about HUBTEX, see www.hubtex.com.