Written by Sabah Karimi
Propane forklifts offers several advantages over electric,
diesel, and gas-powered equipment. Propane is the most portable
fuel available for powering forklifts and other types of
construction equipment. A propane forklift can be used on
virtually any type of work site, indoors or out.
How propane forklifts work
Propane forklifts are powered by internal combustion engines
that slowly burn propane gas from an on-board tank at a very low
temperature. They’re very efficient when compared to diesel
or gas lifts, although they’re not available in the higher
capacities those models can reach.
Most propane forklifts are designed with heavy-duty wheels
and hydraulic cylinders that lift and lower a set of forks to
carry a load. They can carry various types of loads across almost
any surface: dirt or gravel at construction sites, asphalt roads,
or concrete floors in a warehouse.
Key benefits of using a propane forklift
Propane can be used to power forklifts both indoors and out,
because they produce relatively little pollution. A propane
forklift has a cost advantage over diesel-powered, gasoline, and
electric forklifts because propane is a much less expensive fuel.
Other key benefits of using a propane forklift include the ability
- Push and lift heavier loads than many
- Maintain a steady ground speed for longer periods of time
than other forklifts
- Provide consistent power
- Change or replace the propane power source in as little
as 5 minutes
- Move between indoor and outdoor locations – ideal
for loading docks, recycling centers, and other indoor/outdoor
Investing in propane forklifts
Propane forklifts are commonly used on construction sites
and in warehouses. Since purchasing a propane forklift can be a
large capital investment, you may consider buying a forklift used
to save on the expense. Another option for construction or project
managers is to rent or lease a propane forklift from a
construction rental company.
The only other investment required with propane forklifts is
the propane gas tank. These are available in several different
sizes to suit your needs, and represent a much smaller expense
than a battery changing station or a gas or diesel pump and tank.
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