Buying a forklift is a big decision. Even used forklifts cost thousands of dollars, but the time and effort that they save is worth the cost. You still need to know what you are buying when you decide to purchase a forklifts for sale machine. Here are some things to keep in mind when you are making your purchase.
Power Types
Some forklifts are powered by fuel and some are powered by electricity. The ones that are powered by fuel typically offer more power than the ones powered by electricity. They also have more torque and it?ÿÿÿÿÿÿÿs easier to refuel them when they run out. However, due to emissions and other issues, fuel-powered forklifts require more maintenance. Electric forklifts have a lower operating cost and they don?ÿÿÿÿÿÿÿt produce the harmful fumes that fuel-powered forklifts emit. Electric ones are also quieter, but they don?ÿÿÿÿÿÿÿt need 8 hours of charging before they are ready to use again. When buying forklifts for sale Hawaii equipment, you?ÿÿÿÿÿÿÿll need to determine which type is more convenient for your needs. Both types are effective, so it?ÿÿÿÿÿÿÿs a matter of personal preference on your part.
Types of Tires
Forklifts typically have two options when it comes to tires ?ÿÿÿÿÿÿÿ cushion tires and pneumatic tires. With cushion tires, the forklift has a tighter turning radius. That means it can turn quicker and within a smaller area than other types of tires. However, forklifts with cushion tires can only be used on smooth hard surfaces. Pneumatic tires, on the other hand, are filled with air. They are generally used on outdoor surfaces, including yards, concrete, and gravel. These types of tires can also be used on smooth hard surfaces, making pneumatic tires the more versatile of the two options. However, the turning radius is larger so they aren?ÿÿÿÿÿÿÿt ideal if you are going to be using the forklift in a confined space. When you buy a forklift, you have to choose one or the other. The frames were built for the tires that the machine uses. As a result, you can?ÿÿÿÿÿÿÿt use the tires interchangeably.
Number of Wheels
Forklifts are available with different numbers of wheels. You can choose either a three-wheel forklift or a four-wheel forklift. The ones with three wheels are generally used indoors and they have cushion tires for tight turning radiuses. They are ideal for unloading trucks and moving pallets. Forklifts with four wheels can come with either type of tire and they typically have a higher load capacity than their three-wheeled counterparts.
