SAE J1197-1991
Rated Operating Load for Loaders Equipped with Log or Material Forks without Vertical Mast

Standard No.

SAE J1197-1991

Release Date

1991

Published By

Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

SAE J1197-2002

Latest

SAE J1197-2011

Scope

This SAE Recommended Practice applies to wheel and crawler loaders when equipped with log or material handling forks without vertical masts, taking only hydraulic lift capacity and operating stability into consideration. It is recognized that specific operating conditions may allow larger, or require smaller, loads than the rated operating load. some conditions would require more careful or restricted operation with the rated operating load. This practice is not to be construed as setting up test procedures or conditions.

SAE J1197-1991 history

• 2011 SAE J1197-2011 Rated Operating Load for Loaders Equipped with Log or Material Forks without Vertical Mast
• 2002 SAE J1197-2002 Rated Operating Load for Loaders Equipped with Log or Material Forks without Vertical Mast
• 1991 SAE J1197-1991 Rated Operating Load for Loaders Equipped with Log or Material Forks without Vertical Mast