Big Joe Forklifts Launches WS25-40 High Performance Lithium-ion Stacker to Boost Productivity in Tight Spaces

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MADISON, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 24, 2026--

Big Joe Forklifts today announced the launch of its new WS25-40 High Performance Lithium-ion Stacker , a walkie straddle stacker engineered to maximize operator productivity in increasingly tight warehouse aisles and fast-paced production environments.

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The Big Joe WS25-40 Stacker

Designed with capacities ranging from 2,500 to 4,000 lbs., the WS25-40 combines class-leading compact dimensions with advanced performance features to help operators move more efficiently while reducing downtime and simplifying fleet charging.

The WS25-40 features:

• A class-leading compact design for superior maneuverability in confined spaces.
• Adjustable fast lift and lower speeds to optimize cycle times.
• Fully proportional controls for smooth, pinpoint load handling.
• A standard Lithium-ion battery with onboard charger, eliminating battery maintenance while enabling flexible charging and long run times.

As warehouse footprints tighten and throughput demands increase, operators require equipment that delivers both precision and speed without adding operational complexity. The WS25-40 is purpose-built to meet those demands.

Its Lithium-ion battery eliminates the need for routine battery maintenance, helping minimize downtime and total cost of ownership. The onboard charger supports opportunity charging, allowing fleets to stay productive throughout the day without dedicated charging infrastructure or battery swaps.

“The WS25-40 was designed around the real-world challenges our customers face every day,” said Jimmy Anderson, Director of Product Management at Big Joe Forklifts. “From tight aisles to fast-paced production lines, operators need equipment that is compact, responsive and easy to operate. By integrating Lithium-ion technology into a truck designed around the operator, we’re delivering a solution that improves productivity while simplifying ownership.”

The WS25-40 reinforces Big Joe’s ongoing commitment to delivering integrated lithium solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce operating costs, and support the industry’s transition from internal combustion to electric fleets.

For more information on the WS25-40 High Performance Lithium-ion Stacker, contact your local Big Joe dealer or visit Big Joe Forklifts online.

About Big Joe

Big Joe Forklifts, established in 1951, is a North American leader in material handling solutions with a mission to empower the people who move things and a vision to be the trusted partner delivering disruptive solutions that accelerate the industry's transformation from internal combustion to electric to fully autonomous. Our tagline, Powering Progress, reflects our commitment to innovation and partnership as we deliver lithium-ion forklifts, advanced material-handling equipment, and autonomous solutions through our nationwide dealer network.

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