Rough Terrain Forklifts For Sale

About Rough-Terrain Forklifts

Rough-terrain forklifts, sometimes referred to as all-terrain forklifts, are designed to handle uneven surfaces in outdoor operations. They typically have pneumatic tires that are larger than other types of forklifts and have maximum load capacities of between 2,000 and 40,000 pounds (roughly 900 and 18,000 kilograms). Most rough-terrain forklift models have gasoline- or diesel-powered engines, but some models run on propane.

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CASE 588H

Most of these machines have higher ground clearances relative to other forklifts to help them better navigate varied terrain. For true off-road operations requiring superior traction, there are also four-wheel drive rough-terrain forklifts. These models are well-suited for building and road construction, port work, general cleanup and maintenance, and other applications working on hills, in ditches, and other such areas.

Types Of Rough-Terrain Forklifts

The two most common types of rough-terrain forklifts are mast and telescopic. Mast forklifts are designed for vertical applications, although some models have the ability to tilt forward or back. The CASE H Series, for example, has a 45-degree forward tilt and 15-degree rear tilt; also, the mast collapses down during transport or when not lifting a load and then extends for a higher reach when in use.

Rough-terrain forklifts with telescopic booms are a unique category offering longer horizontal reach, and some models can swivel a full 360 degrees for improved maneuverability. Telescopic rough-terrain forklifts are often shorter than their mast alternatives, even when collapsed, so they can navigate through tighter spaces.

Brands & Models

You’ll find a large selection of new and used rough-terrain forklifts on LiftsToday.com from CASE, Caterpillar, JCB, Manitou, Sellick, and many other manufacturers. One example to illustrate common rough-terrain forklift specs is the CASE 588H rough-terrain mast forklift, which features a 74-horsepower (55-kilowat) engine and has a maximum lift capacity of 8,000 pounds (3,628 kilograms) and a top speed of 24 mph (39 km/h); the largest configuration is 10.4 feet (3.2 meters) tall with the mast closed and 25.4 feet (7.8 meters) with the mast fully extended, while the forks have a maximum height of 22 feet (6.7 meters) and the machine offers a 10.3-inch (262-millimeter) ground clearance.