Clark Diesel Forklifts Tucson

Diesel Forklifts Vs. Electric Forklifts

A forklift could function either by an electric motor or by an internal combustion or IC motor. Electric forklifts are suitable for use indoors and cost a lot less to utilize. IC equipment are best for use outdoors and are faster to refuel.



Electric Forklifts

Electric lifts produce no exhaust, which makes them the machinery of choice for indoor use where air quality is a concern. Electric forklifts are clean and are not noisy. They are 20% to 40% more expensive to buy compared to IC lifts, but the operating cost of electric models on a per hour basis is less. The downside is that batteries need 16 hours to charge and cool down, so the purchase of an extra set of batteries is recommended. Electric lifts are not limited to indoor use, but when utilized outdoors they must be utilized cautiously.



Diesel Forklifts

Internal Combustion forklifts have a higher carrying capacity compared to electric forklifts and are generally utilized for outdoor applications. If your fleet generally operates on one type of fuel, it may be a good idea to purchase an IC unit which uses the same fuel. They could run on gas, propane or diesel. Diesel is the least expensive. IC forklifts have the advantage of being easy to refuel and less expensive to operate; then again, their operating cost on a per hour basis is higher. The majority of IC models cannot be used indoors.



Other Forklifts

Narrow-aisle electric forklifts are recommended for tight spaces within warehouses. They are constructed to pick up loads without having to position the lift facing the stacks. Rough terrain diesel forklifts have big tires for running on difficult surfaces.

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