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Pros and Cons of 4 Wheel Electric Forklifts

Electric forklifts are quiet in use, and due to their weight and concentrated mass of the battery, they are generally more manoeuvrable than the engine powered equivalents. The cost of recharging the battery overnight on low rate tariff is considerably lesser than replacing gas bottles or filling a tank with diesel fuel. 

Electric fork lift trucks are generally easier to drive than engine powered machines, because they only have an accelerator and a brake pedal. There is no clutch pedal or inching pedal. In the design of the electric forklift, braking happens automatically and electrically as soon as the operator’s foot is removed from the gas pedal resulting in less brake wear. 

Higher initial cost, because of battery and charger is a major disadvantage with the usage of electric forklifts. They are also unavailable for use while the battery is being recharged, unless additional batteries for multi-shift working are available which adds further to the cost, and space must be found for the battery charging station, and a suitable means of changing batteries provided, at shift change-over. 

Electric forklifts need a better floor surface to work on because the higher point loadings on the axles and wheels can cause them to sink in hard standing. Electric forklifts are not really suitable for prolonged use outside during wet weather, because the damp atmosphere causes problems with wiring circuitry and electrical components.

4 Wheeled Forklifts vs. 3 Wheeled Forklifts

A 4 wheel electric forklift has a single steering wheel on the rear of its each corner with a dual acting hydraulic ram. Four wheel electric forklifts come with either cushion or pneumatic tires. They provide better stability and it works well for turning with a heavy load. 

The four wheel forklifts are known for being better for gradeability. It is essential for a company that needs to manage large warehouses to move heavy equipment and machinery around steep areas. Thus  4 wheel forklifts are preferable for companies with large capacity needs and rough flooring areas. 

The load carrying capacity of the 4 wheel electric forklifts is also way bigger than that of the three wheel electric forklifts. With capacities ranging from 1600kg-8000kg the four wheel electric forklifts can be used for specialist heavy lifting applications such as machinery and tool installation including presses, dies & jigs. But, the major limitation of the four wheel forklift is their larger turning circle which makes them less manoeuvrable in a space constrained location.

Buying and Selling of used 4-wheel electric forklifts

One of the best methods of buying a used 4 wheel electric forklift is through online auctions. Here on trademachines.com, you can see a huge number of four wheel electric forklifts for sale which are auctioned by our partnering auction houses. Similarly, you can also sell your used 4 wheel forklifts through the auction houses if you are planning to buy a new one or if you have decided to go for some other kind of forklift. These second hand trucks will be auctioned later after quality testing.

Best manufacturers and popular models

Most of the companies involved in the production of electric forklifts produce both 3 wheeled and 4 wheeled forklifts. You can find auctions for popular models on Trademachines. Some of them are: