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R-380 36V

Heavy-Duty Industrial
Utility & Personnel Vehicle

The Taylor-Dunn R-380 36V is a compact electric industrial utility vehicle engineered for demanding work environments. With a rugged all-steel body, tight 112-inch turning radius and proven 36-volt powertrain, the R-380 delivers reliable personnel transport, cargo hauling and towing in a highly maneuverable footprint. Carry up to 1,150 lbs., transport up to four people, or tow up to 5,000 lbs. — all while navigating the warehouses, manufacturing plants, campuses and industrial facilities where larger vehicles simply can’t go.

Backed by Taylor-Dunn’s 75+ years of industrial vehicle expertise and a 4-year factory warranty, the R-380 delivers the durability, versatility and value today’s operators depend on.

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Compact Maneuverability

The R-380’s compact footprint and tight turning radius make it the ideal industrial utility vehicle for facilities where space is at a premium. Whether you’re hauling materials through narrow warehouse aisles, transporting personnel across a college campus or towing carts on a manufacturing floor, the R-380 gets the job done efficiently and safely.
  • Tight 112” (285 cm) turning radius for navigating aisles and corridors
  • Narrow 44” (112 cm) width fits through spaces larger vehicles cannot
  • Compact 99.5” (253 cm) overall length for excellent maneuverability

INDUSTRIAL RELIABILITY

The R-380 is constructed around a fully welded 16-gauge diamond plate steel unibody frame — the same heavy-duty construction standard Taylor-Dunn has built its reputation on for over seven decades. A heavy-duty direct drive axle with oil bath lubrication reduces maintenance demands and extends service life, keeping your operation moving without costly downtime.
  • 16-gauge steel uni-body design for demanding work
  • Heavy-duty industrial direct drive axle
  • 4-year warranty backed by 75+ years of engineering

VERSATILE UTILITY

The R-380 is configured to keep operators productive and comfortable throughout the workday. A split seat with full back cushions and black vinyl upholstery provides ergonomic support, while a forward/reverse selector, battery status indicator, key switch and electric horn put essential controls within easy reach. A 36V built-in charger with interlock ensures the vehicle is always ready when you need it. With configurations for two or four passengers and a broad range of available options — including a steel cab with front and rear windshields, cargo box, motion alarm and directional signals — the R-380 adapts to the specific needs of your operation.
  • 16-gauge steel uni-body design for demanding work
  • Heavy-duty industrial direct drive axle
  • 4-year warranty backed by 75+ years of engineering
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R-380 36V

Four-Year Warranty Policy
PERFORMANCE
Load Capacity
1,150 lb. / 522 kg
Tow Capacity
5,000 lb. / 2,268 kg
Max Speed
13 mph / 21 km/h
Turning Radius
112 in. / 284 cm
DIMENSIONS
Overall Length
99.5 in. / 253 cm
Overall Width
44 in. / 112 cm
Height (without top)
45.5 in. / 115 cm
Height (with top)
72 in. / 183 cm
Deck Height
25 in. / 63 cm
Wheel Base
63.5 in. / 161 cm
Deck Size
42 x 32 in. / 108 x 81 cm
POWER SUPPLY / DRIVE TRAIN
Motor
6 hp, DC, series wound
System Voltage
36V DC
Transmission
Transaxle assembly, sealed helical gear reduction
Batteries
Six 6V, 210 amp-hour, lead-acid
Controller
275-amp, solid state speed controller
Wiring
Modular harness design, weather-protected connectors
CHASSIS
Frame
Fully welded unitized 16-gauge diamond plate steel
Steering
Automotive steering 24:1
Drive Axle
Dana direct drive, oil bath
Suspension
Front and rear leaf springs with dual front shock absorbers
Brakes
Rear mechanical brake drum with hand-operated parking brake
Tires
5.70 x 8, load range C, pneumatic
GENERAL
Unit Weight
1,160 lb. / 526 kg
Seat
Split seat with full back cushions, black vinyl; driver’s seat electric interlock switch
Instrumentation
Battery status indicator, forward/reverse selector, key switch, electric horn
Light Accessories
Dual brake lights
Conformance
Type E OSHA 1910.178, ANSI B56.8

*Battery pack, payload, towing, and charger type will impact range and charge time.

Options and Configurations

  • Four-passenger with rear-facing seat
  • Steel cab with front and rear windshields and vinyl doors
  • Diamond or smooth skin steel body
  • Exterior body colors
  • Tire options: pneumatic, soft solid, non-marking, spare
  • Mirrors
  • Hitches and front bumper
  • Directional signals
  • Dual headlights and taillights
  • Motion alarm
  • Shock absorbers
  • Cargo box and bed sides
  • Strobe light

FAQs

The Taylor-Dunn R-380 36V combines industrial payload and towing capacity in a uniquely compact package. With a 112-inch turning radius and 44-inch overall width, it operates in warehouse aisles, corridors and facilities where larger utility vehicles with equivalent capacities cannot function. It carries up to 1,150 lbs., tows up to 5,000 lbs. and transports up to four passengers — all within a footprint under 100 inches long. Backed by 75+ years of Taylor-Dunn engineering and a 4-year factory warranty, the R-380 is purpose-built for demanding industrial environments where maneuverability and capacity must coexist.
For horizontal material transport and personnel movement, the R-380 offers significant advantages over forklifts. It is purpose-built for ground-level hauling and towing — tasks where forklifts are overengineered, expensive to operate and create unnecessary safety risks. The R-380 costs substantially less to purchase, insure and maintain than a comparable forklift, eliminates the need for licensed forklift operators in towing applications and produces zero emissions, making it suitable for indoor use. Where a forklift lifts, the R-380 moves — and in warehouses, plants and campuses where horizontal transport is the primary need, that distinction translates directly into lower operating costs and a safer work environment.

The Taylor-Dunn R-380 has a towing capacity of 5,000 lbs. (2,268 kg), powered by a 6 hp DC series-wound motor and 275-amp solid-state speed controller. It also carries a payload of up to 1,150 lbs. (522 kg) on its 42-by-32-inch deck. Towing performance assumes clean, dry, level surfaces; grades and surface conditions may affect capacity. Contact your local Taylor-Dunn dealer for site-specific towing questions.

Yes. The R-380 is specifically designed for the space constraints and duty cycles common in warehouse and distribution center environments. Its 44-inch width and 112-inch turning radius allow it to navigate standard warehouse aisles and loading dock areas where larger vehicles cannot operate. The all-electric 36-volt drivetrain produces zero emissions — a requirement for indoor air quality compliance — and the built-in charger with interlock simplifies fleet charging between shifts. With 1,150 lbs. of payload capacity and 5,000 lbs. of towing capacity, the R-380 handles both material transport and trailer towing without requiring multiple vehicles for the job.
Yes. The Taylor-Dunn R-380 meets Type E OSHA 1910.178 and ANSI B56.8 compliance standards for industrial-use powered industrial trucks and personnel carriers. This makes the R-380 a compliant, regulation-ready choice for manufacturing plants, warehouses, distribution centers and other regulated industrial facilities. The vehicle also features a driver’s seat electric interlock switch and hand-operated parking brake to support safe operating procedures in compliance-sensitive environments.
The R-380 is deployed across a wide range of industries and facility types. Common applications include warehousing and distribution, manufacturing and assembly, airports and aviation ground support, colleges and universities, federal and local government installations, military bases, hospitality and resort operations and parks and recreation facilities. Any environment that requires reliable personnel transport, cargo hauling or equipment towing in a space-constrained setting is a strong fit for the R-380.
The R-380 runs on six 6V, 210 amp-hour lead-acid batteries operating on a 36-volt system. A built-in 36V, 110 VAC, 1kW charger with interlock is included standard, simplifying overnight charging and preventing the vehicle from operating while connected to a charger. Taylor-Dunn’s network of authorized dealers can assist with battery sourcing, replacement scheduling and maintenance guidance to keep your R-380 running at peak performance.

The Taylor-Dunn R-380 is backed by a 4-year factory warranty — one of the strongest coverage periods in the industrial utility vehicle segment. This warranty reflects Taylor-Dunn’s confidence in its 16-gauge steel unibody construction, Dana direct drive axle and overall build quality, and gives fleet operators predictable total cost of ownership over the vehicle’s working life. Full warranty terms are available at taylor-dunn.com/warranty.

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