Raymond 5500
Specifications
| Capacity | 3,000 lbs |
| Power Type | Electric |
| Battery | 24 volt |
| AC Power | Equipped with our exclusive ACR System, the 5500 Orderpicker has lower maintenance and parts costs, fewer service requirements, increased battery performance, and superior truck utilization rates compared to DC-powered lift trucks. |
| ACR System | Delivers smooth, precise speed control and fewer maintenance points than other AC motor systems |
| Cover Access | The impact-resistant cover allows easy access to the drive tire and other components for convenient service access. |
| Motor System | AC Drive & AC Lift Motors |
| Eco-Performance | AC Orderpicker trucks use fewer amps per cycle, so you'll save on batteries, chargers and downtime. And superior energy efficiency means batteries last longer. |
| Fully Programmable | Custom-configure your 5500 Orderpicker to accommodate operator skill levels and other variables. |
| Battery Commonality | Standard battery compartment widths and the 24 volt battery allow for standardization of batteries across various models to reduce battery and charger area. |
| Auto-Steer Centering | Electronic power steering with auto-steer centering offers superior maneuverability that can help to reduce truck, product and rack damage |
| Optimal Speed Control | The optional intellispeed™ system smoothly coordinates travel speeds and load height. This Raymond-exclusive feature maximizes truck speed as the platform rises, capitalizing on an area of opportunity for providing faster travel between picks compared to conventional speed control. |
| IWAREHOUSE ObjectSense | Designed to reinforce operator training and best practices, the iWAREHOUSE ObjectSense Detection & Notification System is a flexible and reliable way to alert operators with audible and visual notifications of objects within the truck's approximate travel path and provides slowdown or stop functionality based on your application needs and environment |
| Auto-Locking Pallet Clamp | Automatically locks onto the pallet stringer as soon as the pallet is in place |
| LED Light And Fan Package | Improve operator visibility for case and piece picking tasks with the optional LED light package. |
| Comprehensive Self-Diagnostics | Audible and visual signals alert operators instantly when service issues arise, and provide detailed information to simplify troubleshooting and service. |
| IWAREHOUSE Integrated Tether System | Designed to reinforce best practices – and the industry's first integrated wireless solution with truck slow-down functionality and reporting |
| Performance Driven Lift/Lower Speeds | 25% faster than our current model, increased performance when you need it most |
| Variable, Simultaneous Function Handle | Infinitely variable lift and lower control provides smooth control for precise platform work |
Capacity Overview
The Raymond 5500 is a light-duty forklift rated at 3,000 lb nameplate capacity at a 24-inch load center. That puts it in the capacity range best suited for standard palletized warehouse work, small distribution operations, and mixed-SKU retail handling. Keep in mind that real-world working capacity drops below the nameplate when lifting above standard mast height, handling off-center loads, or running attachments like sideshifters or fork positioners — plan on the derated capacity from the manufacturer load chart for your actual use.
Power Type & Suitability
Electric is well-suited for indoor warehouses, food-grade facilities, cold storage, and any operation with air-quality or noise constraints.
Advantages: zero tailpipe emissions, quiet operation, lower operating cost per hour ($0.40–$0.80 vs. $1.80–$3.20 for propane), fewer moving parts so less maintenance.
Tradeoffs: requires charging infrastructure, slower refuel cycle than tank swap, limited outdoor use in rain or rough terrain.
Electric trucks fall into ITA Class I (sit-down rider), Class II (narrow-aisle), or Class III (pallet jacks/stackers) depending on form factor. For a deeper power type comparison, see our Electric vs Propane Forklifts guide.
Typical Use Cases
Operations that most commonly run the Raymond 5500 or comparable light-duty forklifts include:
- Small to mid-size warehouses with standard 48×40 GMA pallets
- Retail back-room and receiving operations
- Light manufacturing and assembly support
Pricing & Financing
New units in this capacity typically run $22,000–$35,000 before attachments; used units with under 4,000 hours list at $10,000–$18,000.
Leasing is worth considering if your accounting prefers operating expenses, or if you want a factory-backed service contract bundled in. Operating leases run 36–60 months with a fair-market-value buyout; capital leases let you own at the end with more up-front.
Next Steps
If the Raymond 5500 fits your operation, the fastest path is to request quotes from three dealers with identical specs — capacity, mast height, tire type, and any attachments — then compare. Pricing can swing 10–20% on identical specs across dealers, and the dealer behind the truck matters more than the brand itself (response time, PM contract pricing, and loaner unit availability all vary).
For buyers evaluating used units, work through our used forklift inspection checklist before committing — hour meter reading, mast channel wear, and hydraulic drift under load are the three items that most commonly kill a used purchase after the fact.
For the regulatory side, every operator of a powered industrial truck must be OSHA-certified under 29 CFR 1910.178, with recertification every 3 years. See our OSHA certification guide for what a compliant training program covers.
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Quick Facts
| Brand | Raymond |
| Model | 5500 |
| Category | Forklifts |
| Capacity | 3,000 lbs |
| Power | Electric |
| Specs Updated | Mar 2026 |