Toyota Material Handling Europe has added four warehouse trucks to its low-level order picking and towing portfolio. The Toyota Optio L-series OSE100 and OSE100W and Toyota Tracto S-series TSE300 and TSE500 are designed for operations where efficient order picking, stacking and horizontal transport are critical.
Compact order pickers and tow tractors
Building on the introduction of the redesigned Optio L-series, the latest trucks continue Toyota’s ‘Next Level of Performance’ campaign. The new models are aimed at warehouses, distribution centres and manufacturing operations that need manoeuvrable trucks for demanding daily work.
The Toyota Optio OSE100 and OSE100W low-level order pickers each have a load capacity of 1,000 kg. The OSE100 has an elevating platform, while the OSE100W has a walk-through platform for picking bulky items directly onto the forks. Platform heights of up to 1,195 mm allow picking at the second level. The OSE100 also has an initial lift that raises the forks to an ergonomic working height.
Both order pickers have a compact three-wheel design for manoeuvring in congested warehouses. Customers can choose between electronic steering configurations, and optional heating is available for colder environments. Standard walkie buttons let operators move the truck while walking alongside it, reducing the need to get on and off during frequent picking cycles.
The Toyota Tracto S-series TSE300 and TSE500 stand-in electric tow tractors have towing capacities of 3.0 tonnes and 5.0 tonnes respectively, with travel speeds of up to 12 km/h. An optional lithium battery supports top-up charging during breaks to help extend operating time. The trucks are designed for horizontal transport in industrial and logistics environments, including order picking and specialist or long-distance load transport.
The tow tractors feature an updated operator compartment and simpler battery access. Standard inching buttons, optional rear-view mirrors and direction indicator lights help operators manoeuvre safely and precisely. A Rockinger hitch is also available for demanding towing tasks.
Across both ranges, lightweight designs and efficient drive technology help reduce energy consumption without compromising performance. Lower noise levels and reduced ground clearance also contribute to a more comfortable operating experience.
Designed around the needs of operators
The new models feature an upgraded operator compartment with a wider entrance, integrated storage and a redesigned battery cover that simplifies maintenance. These changes help reduce downtime and make everyday operation more comfortable.
The trucks are designed to minimise vibration exposure and help reduce operator fatigue during long shifts. Toyota says recent evaluations based on ISO 23308 test criteria rated the OSE100 and OSE100W best in class for energy consumption and noise levels.
The trucks can be fitted with blue or red warning lights and other visibility aids to help operators and pedestrians stay aware of moving vehicles in busy warehouses.
Availability
“Customers increasingly want equipment that combines performance, efficiency and operator comfort. These new models deliver all three, extending the benefits of our latest platform to more applications,” said Mark Peters, marketing director at Toyota Material Handling Europe. “By combining top-class efficiency, low vibration and ergonomic design, they help operators perform at their best.”
Order books for the OSE100, OSE100W, TSE300 and TSE500 open in November, with production scheduled to begin in the first quarter of 2027. A new Toyota Optio OSE120CB model will further expand the Optio range.
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