If you are seeking to buy forklifts in Allentown, PA, look no further than Royal Forklift to explore our new, used, and rental equipment.
Royal Forklift is headquartered in Pine Grove, PA and has served the material handling industry for over 40 years. We represent premium brands of new lift trucks, such as UniCarriers forklifts and Haulotte aerial access equipment in Berks, Lebanon, Lehigh and Schuylkill Counties.
Royal Forklift is also a premium supplier of all makes and models of high-quality used forklifts, including Barrett, Cat, Crown, Daewoo, Doosan, Komatsu, Nissan, TCM, Toyota, UniCarriers, Yale and more, in Lancaster, Berks, Lebanon, Lehigh, Carbon, Dauphin, Luzerne, Northumberland, Schuylkill, York and Columbia Counties.
Should You Buy New or Used Forklifts?
If we all had unlimited budgets, we would like to have a brand-new forklift with the latest technology. For many businesses, however, it’s not an easy decision.
Important considerations include how much the forklift will be used each week, what type of work it will be used for, whether it will be used indoors or outdoors, and what type of lifting capacity you need.
There is no right answer to the question of whether you should buy a new or used forklift, so be sure to consider the pros and cons of each option before you decide.
Pros of Buying a New Forklift
- You can purchase the newest model on the market.
- You can customize it with factory-installed options that are suited to your specific application.
- A new forklift should last longer and operate efficiently with proper maintenance.
- All parts of the forklift will be brand new, unlike used forklifts.
- You will typically get a 12- to 36-month warranty.
Cons
- Higher price tag.
- Depreciates in value faster than a used forklift.
- Financing a purchase can involve lengthy paperwork.
Pros of Buying a Used Forklift
- Less expensive (often 30%-50% less than brand-new equipment).
- Does not depreciate in value as quickly as a new forklift.
- Faster purchasing process.
- Faster delivery.
Cons
- You will typically have to sacrifice some features.
- You won’t get the newest model on the market.
- The used forklift may not work as efficiently as a new one.
- Maintenance costs are generally higher on used equipment. (Be sure to research the logged working hours of the forklift and its maintenance history.)
- Most used equipment comes with no warranty or a very limited warranty.
Used Equipment from Royal Forklift
Many of the pre-owned forklifts we sell at Royal Forklift come from our rental fleet and lease returns, and our attention to quality control ensures that they will exceed your expectations. Buying used equipment from us offers you an opportunity to purchase high-quality, high-performing machines for much less. We offer:
- 2-year-old to 15-year-old forklifts
- Standup counterbalanced, sit-down electrics, walkie/rider pallet jacks
- 3,000 to 18,000 pounds capacity
- LP, Diesel, Electric
- Cushion, solid rubber, poly, or air tires
- Available with or without warranty
- Available as is or freshly painted
- Fully inspected before leaving our shop
When to Rent a Forklift?
Renting forklifts are an excellent option for businesses that can’t afford expensive material handling equipment or only need it for a short- or medium-term project. You’ll have access to the latest products and forklift technology. You’ll also have an opportunity to try different brands and models until you find a lift truck that fits your unique needs.
When you’re ready to buy new or used forklifts in Allentown, PA, get in touch with Royal Forklift at 800-318-6722. Our equipment specialists will answer all of your questions and help you identify the best solution for your application.