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Internal combustion engine, counterweight type forklifts typically weigh twice their rated capacity. A weight of 9800 pounds or more is very likely. The data plate(if present) should tell the weight. If you have the model and serial #, your local Nissan lift dealer should be able to find the information. 7,800 pounds is closer to the weight of a 3,000 or 4,000 pound capacity truck.
The load capacity is fairly straightforward. You should never attempt to lift more than the rated capacity, which on this plate is 5,000 lbs. The load center, on the other hand, is the center of gravity for the load and, according to this data plate, should not be greater than 24 inches. It would not be good to have a center of gravity larger than this, because if the center of gravity is too far forward, the forklift can tip forward. This could cause the load to fall off or even possibly cause the forklift to fall over. You can actually have a center of gravity larger than the one listed on the data plate, but this will force you to carry a lighter load.