In the late 1990's, a Nissan Propane Forklift would have cost approximately $11,000 to $14,000 to buy a brand new one. You can now buy a used unit with this amount, with fewer than 5,000 operating hours and has roughly 15 feet of lifting capacity and cushion tires. However, a used Nissan forklift truck that has less than 5,000 hours could be found for under $7,000. This option may be a little bit of an older model than several others, but remember; everything revolves around the operating hours. A model such as this will most likely have a fairly good load capacity of roughly 5,000 lbs.
A new Nissan forklift, dating from the year 2005 to the current year, can be found for roughly $10,000. Typically, these units would have a regular lift capacity ranging from 4,000 to 5,000 pounds. Normally, a model like this would run smoothly and have cushion tires. Of course, newer models usually work smoother compared to older ones.
Types of Forklifts
The lift truck is generally categorized in 2 different manners: by the kind of fuel it takes and the structure of the forklift. Based on structure, the following kinds of forklifts are among the most common:
Standard Forklift: The standard forklift comprises the typical warehouse equipment we are all familiar with. These forklifts offer a lifting capacity of 3,000 to 5,000 pounds. They have a height capacity of about 20 feet.
Reach Forklift: The reach forklift and narrow aisle forklift are the type of forklifts found in distribution centers and warehouses that have limited storage space. Narrow construction means that it is not able to lift as much as a standard lift truck unit, although, it has an extendable mast that can easily carry loads around 40 feet.
Telescopic Forklift: The telescopic lift truck is also known as a telehandler, or an extendable reach forklifts or sometimes even a telescopic handler. These machinery are more rugged and more heavy duty compared to the conventional forklift. These units offer a telescopic boom which is capable of being extended out and raised up. Normally, these models are used on rough terrain. They can handle loads up to 70 feet high and could move loads weighing more than 30,000 pounds. handle loads up to 70 feet high
Straight Mast Forklift: Straight mast lift trucks are also usually used in rough terrain applications. These types of forklifts are only capable of moving loads vertically, not like a telescopic unit. These models can reach a height of 10 to 30 feet, while raising loads up to 12,000 pounds.
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