With the simple shift of a lever, in just three seconds ACROBA switches to lateral drive mode. With this straight sideways maneuverability, ACROBA enables maximum utilization of otherwise dead space through wall-hugging handling and perfect-fit parking in tight corners.


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Carrying efficiency is greatly improved thanks to ACROBA's ability, in lateral drive mode, to carry items longer than the width of an aisle in any aisle at least as wide as ACROBA's length.


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Operation lever
Auxiliary lever

ACROBA's auxiliary steering lever provides improved steering during lateral drive, ensuring efficient and safe operation. Features such as a lateral drive warning lamp and buzzer to alert others in the area also make for a safe operating environment.With just a touch of the operation lever, all four wheels turn 90° to lateral drive mode. When the accelerator is applied, the left and right drive wheels automatically turn in opposite directions as ACROBA moves sideways.The auxiliary lever enables improved steering while the vehicle is in lateral drive mode.
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