48V (51.2V) LiFePO4 Forklift Battery Series — 200 / 300 / 400 / 500Ah (400Ah Reference Model)

Product Overview
A 48V-class 400Ah LiFePO4 traction battery for electric counterbalance forklifts (typically 1.5–2.5t class), reach trucks and heavy pallet stackers — the largest installed base of electric warehouse trucks. Forklift dealers, rental fleets and battery service companies replace lead-acid trays truck model by truck model, which makes 48V 400Ah a high-repeat lithium SKU.
Fit is decided by the tray dimensions, the minimum battery weight (counterweight) and the charger/controller interface — all configured per project. For 80V trucks see the 80V 400Ah forklift battery; for an overview see the 48V–80V forklift guide.
Appearance, color and logo customizable per customer request.
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Specifications
How to read Status — three classes: [Industry reference] = standard reference parameter common to this product class (not an LJY test result). [Optional configuration] = configurable per OEM/ODM project (BMS communication, parallel/series setup, heating, enclosure, logo). [Confirmed per project] = fixed only in the datasheet issued with your quotation. Arithmetic: energy = nominal voltage × Ah.
| Group | Parameter | Value | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | Voltage class | 48V class: 15S = 48.0V or 16S = 51.2V nominal | [Industry reference] |
| Electrical | Capacity / energy | 15S: 48.0V × 400Ah = 19.2kWh · 16S: 51.2V × 400Ah = 20.48kWh (about 19.2–20.5kWh) | [Industry reference] — arithmetic |
| Electrical | Continuous / peak discharge | Sized to truck controller (lifting + travel peaks, regen) | [Confirmed per project] |
| Electrical | Charge profile / charger | LiFePO4 CC/CV; charger communication per project | [Confirmed per project] |
| BMS | Protections | Over-charge/discharge, over-current, short-circuit, temperature, balancing | [Industry reference] |
| BMS | Truck / charger communication | CAN to truck controller and charger — protocol per project | [Optional configuration] |
| BMS | Telematics / SOC display | 4G/cloud monitoring; SOC display | [Optional configuration] |
| Thermal | Self-heating (cold store) | Available on request | [Optional configuration] |
| Mechanical | Tray dimensions | Matched to the truck compartment (DIN/BCI tray reference) | [Confirmed per project] |
| Mechanical | Counterweight / total weight | Ballast to meet truck minimum battery weight | [Optional configuration] · value [Confirmed per project] |
| Mechanical | Connectors | REMA / Anderson-type | [Optional configuration] |
| Mechanical | IP rating | Per enclosure design | [Confirmed per project] |
| Cells | Cell brand / traceability documents | Stated per order; documents on request | [Confirmed per project] |
| Commercial | Certificates / MOQ / lead time / warranty | Per model and order | [Confirmed per project] |
Optional configurations (OEM/ODM)
LJY Energy supplies this model as an OEM/ODM configurable build. The items below are configured per customer project — they are not fixed catalog defaults.
- Series count: 15S (48.0V) or 16S (51.2V) to match the truck controller and charger.
- Counterweight: steel ballast to meet minimum battery weight.
- CAN integration with truck and charger — confirmed per project.
- Telematics and SOC display options.
- Self-heating — available on request, to be confirmed per project.
- Branding: Appearance, color and logo customizable per customer request.
BMS, communication & protection
Warehouse trucks combine lifting peaks, travel and regenerative braking; the BMS must cover controller peak and regen charge current.
BMS sizing guide
| Load / use case | Suggested BMS rating |
|---|---|
| Single-shift counterbalance / reach truck | BMS sized to controller continuous and peak |
| Multi-shift with opportunity charging | Charger current and CAN per project |
| Cold store | Self-heating option |
Send truck brand/model, controller, existing tray size and minimum weight, charger model and shifts per day.
Size, handling & fitment
Measure the compartment (L×W×H) and read the minimum battery weight from the data plate; ballast is often needed because lithium is lighter than lead-acid.
Final dimensions, weight and connector positions are fixed in the project drawing.
Series options: 200 / 300 / 400 / 500Ah (48V class)
This page covers the whole 48V forklift line as an OEM/ODM series. 400Ah is the reference model; the other capacities share the same architecture and are built to the tray and truck. Energy = nominal voltage × Ah.
| Capacity | 15S energy (48.0V × Ah) | 16S energy (51.2V × Ah) | Typical use class (industry reference) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200Ah | 9.6kWh | 10.24kWh | Pallet stackers, light-duty trucks |
| 300Ah | 14.4kWh | 15.36kWh | Reach trucks, light counterbalance |
| 400Ah | 19.2kWh | 20.48kWh | Counterbalance (about 2–3.5t class) — reference model on this page |
| 500Ah | 24kWh | 25.6kWh | Heavy-duty or multi-shift counterbalance |
Typical, optional and project-confirmed items
| Group | Parameter | Value | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical configuration | Voltage / series | 15S 48.0V or 16S 51.2V (48V class) | Typical configuration |
| Typical configuration | Capacity ladder | 200 / 300 / 400 / 500Ah | Typical configuration |
| Typical configuration | Chemistry / BMS | LiFePO4 with smart BMS protections and balancing | Typical configuration |
| Optional configuration | Larger or intermediate capacity | e.g. 600Ah+ or custom Ah to fit a tray | Optional configuration |
| Optional configuration | BMS communication | CAN / RS485 to truck and charger; 4G / cloud monitoring | Optional configuration |
| Optional configuration | Enclosure, counterweight, connectors | Steel case, ballast plates, REMA / Anderson-type connectors, SOC display | Optional configuration |
| Optional configuration | Self-heating (cold store) | Available on request | Optional configuration |
| Optional configuration | Branding | Colour, logo, labels, packaging | Optional configuration |
| Project-confirmed | Tray dimensions and total weight | Matched to the truck compartment and minimum battery weight | Project-confirmed |
| Project-confirmed | Charger / controller protocol and currents | Per truck and charger model | Project-confirmed |
| Project-confirmed | Cells, certificates, MOQ, lead time, warranty | Stated per order | Project-confirmed |
Reference configurations only — not measured results. Appearance, color and logo customizable per customer request. Certificates, stock and lead time are never assumed; they are confirmed per project.
Applications
- 48V counterbalance forklifts
- Reach trucks and pallet stackers
- Rental fleets converting from lead-acid
- Forklift dealer and battery service SKUs
Application limits
- Truck-specific fit — no universal drop-in claim.
- Not for 24V pallet trucks or 80V trucks.
- Truck OEM approvals are not claimed.
See also: 48V–80V forklift guide · 24V material-handling batteries · Battery Solutions · Product catalog.
OEM / ODM & wholesale
LJY Energy is a China-based LiFePO4 battery supplier and OEM/ODM solutions provider offering customization, project-confirmed specifications and export supply coordination. Appearance, color and logo customizable per customer request. Certificate and documentation scope (e.g. UN38.3 / MSDS for shipping) is confirmed per model, order and target market — request the current document package. See the product catalog and wholesale & distributor program.
What to include in your inquiry
- Truck brand/model and controller
- Existing tray dimensions and minimum battery weight
- Charger model; shifts per day
- Climate (cold store / ambient)
- Annual volume
- Logo / appearance / packaging needs
- Target market (documentation scope)
WhatsApp: +1 404 784 1946 (backup: +86 159 8945 0735)
Related products & guides
- 80V 400Ah LiFePO4 Forklift Battery
- 48V–80V Forklift Traction Batteries (guide)
- 24V Material-Handling Batteries
- AGV / AMR Batteries
- Product catalog
- Configuration guide by application: standard, optional and project-confirmed items
RFQ fields — send these with your inquiry
- Truck brand/model and controller
- Existing tray dimensions and minimum battery weight
- 15S (48.0V) or 16S (51.2V) preference
- Charger model; shifts per day
- Climate (cold store / ambient)
- Annual volume
- Logo / appearance / packaging needs
- Target market (documentation scope)
Send your RFQ for LJY-48V400-FLT · WhatsApp: +1 404 784 1946 (backup: +86 159 8945 0735)
Frequently Asked Questions
48V or 51.2V?
Both are sold as 48V class: 15S LiFePO4 is 48.0V and 16S is 51.2V nominal. The series count is matched to your controller and charger.
Is it a drop-in replacement?
Only after tray size, minimum weight, connectors and charger are confirmed for your truck model.
How is MOQ set?
MOQ is confirmed per project stage (sample, pilot, production).
Which certificates apply?
Certificate scope is confirmed per model, order and target market; none are claimed on this page.
Values marked [To confirm] or [Competitor public] are not LJY-verified defaults. Product images are product renders for illustration. Content as of October 2026.

