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The forklift is an essential piece of equipment in the cargo handling industry. A forklift can be simple or it can be very high tech. In general the newer forklifts are full of technology and with that comes complexity. For our overseas export buyers we recommend keeping it as simple as possible. Anything manufactured after 2005 is computerized, or electronic.
Forklift Capacity and Features Available:
1,000-5,000 lb Light Capacity |5,0001-10,000 lb Medium Capacity | 10,001-20,000 lb High Capacity | 20,0001-49,000 lb Heavy WT Capacity | 50,000+ lb Super Heavy Wt Capacity | Telescopic Forklifts | Piggy Back Forklifts | Narrow Isle Lift | Pallet Jacks | Walkie forklift | Forklift Attachments | Forklift Ramps
Finding the Right Forklift:
When requesting a proposal from Yellow Deck, please try to be as specific as possible with the following criteria.
Fuel: What fuel do you need it to run on? Remember forklifts used indoors must be LPG or Electric.
Diesel Gasoline
LPG Electric
Cargo Lifting Capacity: How much weight do you need to lift?
Terrain: What is the terrain like on which forklift will be operated? For example: asphalt, concrete, dirt, rocks, etc.
Tires: Cushion or Pneumatic. Cushion tires are the solid tires which are hydraulically pressed onto rim. The pneumatic tire is an air inflated tire on rim. Much like a standard tire & rim.
Special plumping: Will you be needing 3rd valve to operate attachments?
What will you be lifting?
- Determine length of forks, do you need special attachments, etc.
- Do you need side shift or fork positioner?
- Do you need deep reach extension?
How high do you need to lift?
- What is the maximum lift height that you need?
- What weight at this max height?
Lastly, but most importantly, budget and age of equipment.
All equipment has a general market price. You typically can’t buy a 2012 5,000lb Forklift for $7,000, but you can buy a 1990 5,000lb Forklift for $7,000. So decide how much you can spend on this equipment. We will work to place you in the right piece of equipment at the budget you determined. At Yellow Deck we can refurbish and service equipment. So sometimes an older forklift that has been refurbished is the right equipment at the right price.
Types of forklifts Available:
Rough Terrain Lift
Heavy Lift 20,000lbs and up.
Typically diesel power, pneumatic tires. Designed for outdoor use. LPG indoor units do exists.
Piggy Back-Truck Mounted Lifts
Piggy Back lifts are mounted onto trucks, or trailers to provide lift services for deliveries. These units are typically diesel with pneumatic tires. Lift capacities tend to top out at 5,000lbs.
Telescopic Lifts
These are common in construction industry. The telescopic boom can reach up to several floors. Some go as high as 53’. Commonly diesel fuel. Pneumatic rough terrain tires.
The price range for pre-owned forklifts is based on year of manufacture, make, type and general condition. Everyone wants to get the best equipment for the lowest price, but setting a budget helps define what we can offer.
Our inventory changes daily. Contact us with a description of the equipment you want and we will provide you with a list of our current inventory or locate the equipment you need.