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The secrets of buying a forkliftA forklift is a major purchase and, as with any other expensive piece of equipment, it's best to shop around for the right specifications and the best deal, keeping in mind the job the forklift will have to do.

The information here was gathered online or by calling individual firms. Inclusion in this list is not meant to endorse any company in particular, but simply to give small business owners an idea of the range of services being provided and prices being charged. Both can change at any time.

 Forklifts
Forklift Model Price Range Supplier
Hyster 3,000 lb.H30XM $18,000 to $20,000 Arnold Machinery
Hyster 5,000 lb.H50XM $18,500 to $21,500 Arnold Machinery
Nissan 3,000 lb. JC30LP $16,000 Shean Equipment
Nissan 3,000 lb. JP30LP $17,000 Shean Equipment
Nissan 2,000 lb. WCN-20 $10,000 Shean Equipment
Clark 3,000-5,000 lb. TMG15 3 wheel electric sitdown rider $18,000 to $23,000 Powr-Lift Corporation
Clark 4000 Genesis CGP 20 $20,000 to $25,000 Powr-Lift Corporation
Daewoo 3,000 lb.GI55 IC/LP $19,500 FMH Material Handling Solutions Inc.
Mitsubishi 3,000 lb. FBC15 4 wheel electric $24,000 FMH Material Handling Solutions Inc.
Mitsubishi 3,000 lb. FG15K gas/LP gas $19,500 to $20,000 FMH Material Handling Solutions Inc.
Mitsubishi 10,000 lb. FG45 gas/LP gas $38,000 to $40,000 FMH Material Handling Solutions Inc.
 Hand-powered models
Hyster TM55 Pallette Jack $388 Arnold Machinery
Crown PTH heavy-duty hydraulic pallet $488 Material Handling Supply Inc.

The forklift may not be all you'll need to keep your operation running smoothly. You might need equipment to keep the forklift operating. As always, it's best to shop around for the best deal.

Related equipment
Item Price Range Supplier
Precission FER18-1050-T1 charger $1,850 Arnold Machinery
Precission FER18-1050-S1 charger $1,500 Arnold Machinery
GNB 18-95-23 battery $4,000
C&D 18-95-23 battery $3,800 Arnold Machinery
Side shifter for 3,000 lb. forklift $700 to $1,200 FMH Material Handling Solutions Inc.

-- Posted: Dec. 27, 1999

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