Dallas-Fort Worth is a premier hub for the material handling industry. The area is home to the global headquarters of CLARK Material Handling and a dense network of authorized dealers for every major brand, supported by a vibrant used equipment and auction market.
Major Forklift Dealers in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Dealer Brands / Specialization Key Services
Shoppa‘s Material Handling Toyota (flagship), full Class I-V New/used sales, rentals, 3-hour service response, parts, fleet management, storage solutions. 12 locations across TX, MO, KS.
Sunbelt Material Handling Employee-owned, multi-brand New/used sales, warehouse systems, dock & door, floor cleaning, parts, service, rentals. HQ in Dallas with 6 locations across TX & OK.
Briggs Equipment Hyster, Yale, JCB, Kalmar Ottawa New/used sales, service, parts, rentals. Extensive inventory of Hyster and Yale electric and internal combustion models.
Elite Material Handling Multi-brand Forklift sales, service, parts, rentals, and dock/door solutions in Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston.
Dallas Wholesale Forklift Co. Toyota, Komatsu, Yale National and international wholesaler of all types of forklift equipment since 1975.
South Star JCB JCB Authorized dealer for JCB forklifts, telehandlers, excavators, and loaders with expert parts and service support.
Southwest Materials Handling Co. Multi-brand Material handling equipment supplier serving Dallas since 1966.
2026 Current Inventory Examples – Dallas Area
New Forklifts
Model Year Specs Source
VIPER FD55F 2026 12,000 lb capacity, 3-stage mast (91″ lowered / 185″ raised), diesel, side shift Machinio
Toyota Full Line 2026 Class I-V forklifts, #1 selling forklift brand in America Shoppa‘s Material Handling
Used Forklifts (Current Auction Listings)
Model Year Specs Price / Status Source
Yale GLC050RGNUAE084 — 5,000 lb capacity, 3-stage mast, 195″ lift, LPG, 9,382 hours Current Bid: $10 (non-operational) Purple Wave Auction
2018 Crown SP3520-30 2018 3,000 lb capacity order picker, 3-stage mast, 240″ lift Current Bid: $10 Purple Wave Auction
2018 Crown SP3520-30 2018 3,000 lb capacity order picker, 6,986 hours Current Bid: $0 Purple Wave Auction
Forklift Rentals in Dallas
Provider Rental Offerings Contact
Shoppa‘s Material Handling Extensive rental selection for short, medium, or long-term needs 817-359-1161
ABC Equipment Rental Small to large equipment rentals including forklifts for homeowners, contractors, and industrial applications 12017 Garland Rd, Dallas, TX
Local Forklifts Various forklift models and capacities with flexible short-term and long-term rental agreements 9001 Sovereign Row, Dallas, TX 75247
Upcoming Auctions (2026)
Auction Location Items Status
Purple Wave Auction Dallas, TX Yale GLC050RGNUAE084 forklift (5,000 lbs, 3-stage mast, 195″ lift) Current bid $10
Purple Wave Auction Dallas, TX 2018 Crown SP3520-30 order pickers (3,000 lbs, 240″ lift) Current bids $10 and $0
Hibid Dallas Portal Dallas, TX Forklift masts, forks, and equipment auctions Online absentee bidding
Note: Most auction units are sold “as-is, where-is” with no warranty. Factor in buyer‘s premiums and transport costs.
Buying Considerations in Dallas
Manufacturer Headquarters: Dallas is home to the global headquarters of CLARK Material Handling in Flower Mound, TX, providing direct access to one of the world‘s oldest and most respected forklift manufacturers.
Dealer Coverage: Dallas-Fort Worth has authorized dealers for Toyota (Shoppa‘s Material Handling), Hyster/Yale (Briggs Equipment), Clark (global HQ in Flower Mound), JCB (South Star JCB), and multi-brand specialists (Sunbelt Material Handling, Elite Material Handling, Dallas Wholesale Forklift Co.).
New vs. Used: New forklifts offer the latest technology (lithium-ion, telematics) and full warranty. Used forklifts offer significant savings – auction units start at $0–$10 for high-hour Crown order pickers and non-operational Yale models. Always inspect used equipment thoroughly.
Rental Options: Shoppa‘s Material Handling offers extensive rental selections for short, medium, or long-term needs. ABC Equipment Rental and Local Forklifts also provide flexible rental agreements.
Service and Support: Shoppa‘s Dallas offers a 3-hour service response guarantee with certified Toyota field service technicians. Sunbelt Material Handling provides total solution dealership services including warehouse systems, dock & door, and floor cleaning.
Financing: Available through most dealers. Shoppa‘s offers flexible financing tailored to your budget.
Training: OSHA-compliant operator training and safety courses are available through most major dealers.
Parts Availability: Shoppa‘s Dallas carries extensive inventory of Toyota Genuine Parts and StarLift Parts for all makes and models, with mobile tire press service available.
Summary
Dallas‘s forklift market in 2026 is served by a comprehensive network of authorized dealers including Shoppa‘s Material Handling (Toyota, 12 locations, 3-hour service response, full Class I-V), Sunbelt Material Handling (employee-owned, 6 locations, total solution dealership), Briggs Equipment (Hyster/Yale/JCB/Kalmar Ottawa), Elite Material Handling (multi-brand sales/service/rentals), and Dallas Wholesale Forklift Co. (wholesaler since 1975). Dallas is also home to the global headquarters of CLARK Material Handling in Flower Mound. Current inventory includes a 2026 VIPER FD55F (12,000 lb, diesel, 3-stage mast) and auction listings for a Yale GLC050RGNUAE084 (5,000 lbs, 195″ lift, current bid $10) and **2018 Crown SP3520-30** order pickers (3,000 lbs, 240″ lift, bids $0–$10). Rental options are available through Shoppa‘s, ABC Equipment Rental, and Local Forklifts. When buying, consider new vs. used, power source requirements, dealer service proximity, and total cost of ownership – not just the purchase price.