When you are searching for used forklift trucks in and around wales bear in mind that a cushion tire is not actually padded as the name implies, it is a solid rubber tire that has no inner tube. These are used mainly for warehouse type machines as they are only really suited to hard surfaces like concrete or tarmac.

Tip – If you are searching for used forklift trucks near wales and are considering a second hand machine remember to treat the purchase in a similar way to how you would buy a second hand car. Check out the machine as much as possible, test drive it and look for a service or maintenance history.

Whilst you are looking for used forklift trucks in and around wales you might like to be aware that an employee was run over by a lift truck resulting in both his legs being broken, leaving him unable to walk for almost two years. This was one of two lift truck incidents that led to the employer being fined £25,000 and ordered to pay over £8,000 in costs.