The 2026 forklift market offers a wide selection of new and used equipment across all major brands and capacity classes. Prices range from under $1,000 for used auction units to over $100,000 for new heavy-duty electric models, with electric and lithium-ion technology continuing to dominate new model releases.
2026 New Forklift Highlights
Several major manufacturers have launched new models in 2026:
Brand Model Type Capacity Price Notes
Hangcha 10T Lithium Electric 10,000 kg Price on request 96V/690Ah Eve Lithium battery, triplex mast, 4.5m lift, cold storage to -30°C
Hangcha CPD30 Electric 3,000 kg €23,500 (~$25,600) 4,500mm lift height, lithium battery, 2-year warranty
Toyota Tailift FBD 50 Electric 5,000 kg $101,500 2026 model, triplex mast, 4.8m lift, rental available
Toyota 8FBEH18U 3-Wheel Electric 3,000–4,000 lbs Request a quote Industry-leading runtime, travel and lift speeds
Clark S50D IC Pneumatic 10,000 lbs $1,552/month Kubota V3800-CR 74.3 HP engine, 177″ triplex mast
Clark S25L IC Pneumatic 5,000 lbs $715/month Monthly financing available
Clark SE30 Electric 6,000 lbs Request a quote 80V Lithium, 2026 model
EP Equipment TVL151 3-Wheel Electric 3,307 lbs $21,180 2026 model, 6 hours runtime
Jungheinrich EFG 2/2i & 3/3i Electric Up to 2.0 t Contact dealer New series launched July 2026 with AI and remote diagnostics
Drexel SL60AC / SL80AC VNA Electric 3.63 t Contact dealer Very narrow aisle SwingMast® electric, 1 hour runtime
Bendi B30AC / B40AC VNA Electric 1.36 t+ Contact dealer 2026 articulating very narrow aisle forklifts
Konecranes 33-1200c Heavy-Duty — Contact dealer 2026 heavy-duty model
New Model Launches in 2026:
Jungheinrich started sales of its new EFG 2/2i and EFG 3/3i electric counterbalance trucks on July 15, 2026, featuring AI-powered assistance and remote diagnostics
JCB offered 0% interest hire purchase on new Teletruks delivered by June 30, 2026
Manitou introduced new rough terrain models including the MC 25-4 D K ST5 S1 with 75 HP
Used Forklift Market – Significant Savings
Used forklifts typically sell at 30–70% of new prices. Current 2026 listings include:
Model Year / Hours Price Source
Still RX20-16L (3-wheel) 2026 / 759 hrs $7,440 Machineryline auction
Linde E 12 EVO (electric) Used $14,590 Machineryline
Brown BDH-600 2026 $4,450 BuyFleetNow
Clark CY160BD Used / 4,434 hrs $550 (current bid) Purple Wave auction
Used Mitsubishi Forklifts Various $16,696+ Construction Equipment Guide
Used Hyster Forklifts Various $15,000–$39,000 Construction Equipment Guide
Certified Used Programs:
Cat Used currently lists 16,506 machines for sale, including a wide variety of electric forklifts. Dealer Certified units have been thoroughly inspected and serviced with equipment protection plans
Construction Equipment Guide currently has 2,241 used forklift listings with no auction, including units in Atlanta from $9,900 to $65,000
Major Brands and Where to Find Them
Brand New Models Used Availability Key Dealers
Toyota 8FBEH18U, Tailift FBD 50 Surplus Record, Machineryline Southwest Toyota Lift, authorized dealers
Clark S50D, S25L, SE30 Construction Equipment Guide, Purple Wave Holly Equipment, Valley Industrial Trucks
Hyster SC1.2 Electric Pallet Truck 49+ used listings, $15,000–$39,000 Machinio, Construction Equipment Guide
Hangcha 10T Lithium, CPD30 Machinio listings Machinio, Machineryline
EP Equipment TVL151 3-Wheel Machineryline Machineryline
Drexel / Bendi SL60AC, B30AC Machinio Very narrow aisle specialists
Online Marketplaces and Auction Platforms
Platform Listings Notes
Machinio 8,000+ new and used forklifts Extensive inventory across all brands; global reach
Machineryline New and used listings Auction and direct sale options; 2026 models available
Cat Used 16,506 machines Certified used electric forklifts with dealer support
Construction Equipment Guide 2,241 used listings No auction listings; dealer inventory
Purple Wave Auction listings Current bid $550 for Clark CY160BD
123Forklift Thousands of used units Over 75 locations across North America
Surplus Record Used Toyota forklifts 7FGCU25 propane forklift available
B2B and Factory-Direct Platforms:
Made-in-China: Chinese manufacturers offer factory-direct pricing, with Tavol 2–3 ton diesel forklifts from $6,000 and Ensign 10-ton industrial vehicles available
Buying Considerations
New vs. Used: New 2026 models offer the latest technology (lithium-ion, AI assistance, telematics) and full warranty. Used units offer significant savings but require thorough inspection of hours, battery health (for electric models), and maintenance history
Electric vs. IC: Electric forklifts dominate new releases with zero emissions and lower operating costs. Internal combustion (diesel/LPG) models remain available for heavy outdoor applications
Very Narrow Aisle Options: For high-density warehousing, Drexel SwingMast® and Bendi articulating forklifts operate in aisles as narrow as 56–78 inches
Certified Used: Cat Used offers Dealer Certified units with thorough inspection and equipment protection plans
Financing: Many dealers offer monthly financing (e.g., Clark S50D at $1,552/month, Clark S25L at $715/month)
Auction Risks: Most auction units are sold "as-is, where-is" with no warranty. Factor in buyer's premiums and transport costs
