When deciding which forklift to invest in, you must first weigh the pros and cons of popular forklift brands and compare them against your warehouse needs. With a little research, we put together this list that can help you pick the best model for your organization. We have selected what we consider to be our top 4 forklift brands.

What do we consider the best forklifts?

CAT Lift Trucks

Why chose a CAT? When it comes to selecting the right forklift and with over 8 decades of materials and handling experience, CAT stays at the cutting edge of technology and design. While all models review CATs forklift undeniably reliable, their sticker prices fall within a wide range to fit most budgets.

Nissan

Nissan has been manufacturing forklifts since the mid1950’s, expanding over the years by staying ahead of the technology and demand. Nissan now has a full line of reliable, quality products, including electric, gas, LP-gas- and diesel-powered lift trucks.

Nissan forklifts are some of the most powerful in their industry and have grown by not only staying on the cutting edge of technology and design but now include narrow aisle reach trucks and order pickers, very narrow aisle and motorized hand pallet trucks.

” Nissan forklifts are some of the most powerful in their industry…..”

Toyota Industries Corp

Toyota is more than a recognizable brand; it is a well-known, industry leader and manufacturer of a wide variety of electric lift trucks and internal combustion lifts for heavy capacities up to 40 tons. These models all have various options for different drivetrains and load capacities.

Winner of the President’s Award and celebrating 25 Years Made in the USA, Toyota Forklifts rank high in quality and reliability and for lowest cost of ownership,

Raymond Corporation

Under the Toyota Industries Corp. Raymond, celebrated its 100th anniversary earlier this year. This marks an entire century of manufacturing as well as solidifying their role as a true contributor to shaping the material handling industry.

Beginning with the invention of the double-faced wooden pallet in the 1930’s, Raymond Corp became “the cornerstone of modern material handling” states CEO Michael Field.

Identifying the best brand for your business.

With some of our research above combined with your own assessment of each brand, you can effectively align your organizations needs with the features and capabilities suitable for your particular project.