When you are trying to find Forklifts in and around Shropshire bear in mind that a 7,000lb triple stage 17ft mast does not mean that it can take 7,000lb and lift it 17ft in the air. Lift height greatly diminishes as the height of the load increases and above 10ft the load capacity drops off considerably. Always refer to the manufacturers load chart which will show the differential drop as the lift goes higher.

While you are searching for Forklifts in and around Shropshire you might like to note that the hour meter on a second hand lift truck will not necessarily reflect the actual number of hours as replacement meters can easily be fitted for little cost.

While you are looking for Forklifts in and around Shropshire bear in mind that whilst it is very expensive to buy a replacement battery for an electric lift truck, you are in effect purchasing fuel for the next 5 years. Overall it is generally considered about 25% cheaper to operate and maintain an electric lift truck than an internal combustion gas or diesel lift truck.