Bobcat Confirms Launch of Largest Diesel Forklifts at LogiMAT

Published on: 10 March 2026

At LogiMAT 2026, Bobcat is announcing the launch of the new DV180/250S-9 diesel forklifts, the largest machines in the company’s line-up, exceeding many competitors in their class and extending Bobcat’s heavy-duty material handling portfolio in the Europe, Middle East and Africa market. 

The Bobcat stand at LogiMAT provides a comprehensive display of the very latest material handling product lines from the company, including diesel and electric forklifts, reach trucks and warehouse equipment such as pallet trucks and stackers. Visitors can see three of the Electric forklifts offered by Bobcat - the B18NT, B25NS and B80NS models. The company’s diesel forklift line is represented by the popular D90S-9 model and the warehouse equipment on show includes the BPR20N-7, BPM16N-7, LSM12N-7i, BSL16N-7i and BSR16N-7i models. The stand display is completed by Bobcat’s high performance TL25.60 compact telehandler. 

 

The New DV180/250S-9 Diesel Forklifts

Purpose-built to exceed the toughest end-customer expectations, the DV180S-9 and DV250S-9 diesel forklifts deliver exceptional durability, advanced safety and superior operator comfort, making them the ultimate choice for demanding industrial environments and heavy-duty material handling applications. 

Key product features and advantages of the Bobcat DV180/250S-9 Series 9 diesel forklifts include the high capacity, with the ability to lift a maximum of 18 and 25 tonne at a 1200 mm load centre, respectively - which is perfect for heavy-duty, large-scale tasks. They are driven by the powerful HDI DL08V diesel engine and feature a ZF 4-WG-211, 4-speed powershift transmission and a Kessler drive axle.