While you are researching a side loader in and around Bristol BS49 check the state of the forks on any second hand forklift you look at. Bent forks may need to be replaced. The best way to check this is simply to put the mast in a vertical position and lower the forks to the floor. Once at the floor use a tape to check that both fork tips are the same height from the ground.

Tip - If you are investigating a side loader near Bristol BS49 it might help you to know that in the UK we use the term “forklift” but in America and other parts of the world “forktruck” is more common. Ultimately though whatever name we use, we mean the same thing.

While trying to find a side loader in and around Bristol BS49 consider that the average 4 wheel sit-down ride-on forklift will need a minimum of a 3m (10ft) aisle in order to operate comfortably whereas a 3 wheel electric forklift is easier to manoeuvre and can be used in smaller spaces.