Perth’s forklift market is well-established, serving the city’s logistics, warehousing, mining services, manufacturing, and construction sectors. The market is supported by a strong network of authorised dealers, independent specialists, and online marketplaces. New diesel and petrol forklifts typically range from $20,000 to $80,000, averaging around $50,000** [17†L13-L14]. Used forklifts offer significant savings, with serviceable 2.5-tonne units ranging from **$15,000 to $35,000 depending on condition and hours [5†L11-L12][5†L17-L18].
Major Forklift Dealers in Perth
Dealer Brands / Specialization Location Key Services
TMHA Perth (Toyota Material Handling) Toyota electric, lithium, LPG, diesel forklifts, reach trucks, pallet movers [12†L10-L12][13†L10-L12] 52 Kewdale Road, Kewdale, WA 6105 [12†L2][13†L2] New/used sales, hire, repairs, servicing, genuine parts, factory-trained technicians [12†L22-L30][13†L22-L30]
Allied Forklifts Mitsubishi, Heli (exclusive WA dealer) [18†L26-L28][18†L33-L36] 789 Marshall Road, Malaga, WA 6090 [0†L36][7†L24-L25] New/used sales, hire, servicing, parts; largest range of new Mitsubishi and Heli forklifts in Perth, over 200 used units [7†L23-L25]
Value Material Handling Multi-brand 44 Hogarth St, Cannington, WA [0†L6][8†L3-L4]; 32A Burlington St, Naval Base, WA [0†L13][9†L3] Sales, rentals, servicing, repairs, material handling solutions; short/long-term rentals [8†L16-L18][9†L12-L14]
Adaptalift Group Hyster, Yale, Combilift, Aislemaster, JCB [0†L26-L27] Perth branch New/used sales, hire, service, parts; family-owned dealer [0†L25-L26]
Compass Forklifts Multi-brand (lithium-ion specialists) [10†L27-L28] Wangara, Perth [10†L9] Sales, hire, rent-to-own, servicing, repairs; local Perth specialist [10†L35-L41]
WA Forklift Hire Toyota, Clark, multi-brand Perth, WA Used forklift sales, hire, fleet management, service, repairs [1†L22-L24][5†L22-L23]
Liftrite Manitou, Gehl (exclusive WA distributor) [21†L19-L21] Canning Vale, WA [0†L8][15†L21] Sale, hire, servicing, parts for forklifts, telehandlers, skid steers, excavators [15†L19-L21]
Clark Equipment Clark forklifts [3†L30-L33] 1711 Albany Highway, Kenwick, WA 6107 [3†L12-L13] Sales, hire, parts, service
MLA Holdings Perth Mitsubishi, Nichiyu, Heli heavy forklifts (16–46 tonne) [18†L13] Bibra Lake, WA [21†L31-L32] Sales, rental, service
Perth Fork Trucks Multi-brand 106 Discovery Dr, Bibra Lake, WA 6163 [7†L14][14†L7] Sales, service, hire; family-owned since 2000 [7†L12-L13][14†L2-L4]
West Coast Forklifts Multi-brand Malaga, WA [21†L9] New/used sales, hire, service; 25+ years experience [21†L7-L8]
Northern Forklifts Multi-brand Perth, WA Sales, hire, servicing, parts; locally owned, 25+ years experience [7†L17-L19][15†L14-L15]
Brooks Hire Hyster, Liftsmart, Enforcer [4†L27-L29] Perth branch Forklift hire (5-tonne models available) [4†L27-L30]
Online Marketplaces and Auction Platforms
Machinio – New and used forklifts in Western Australia [17†L27-L31]
Machines4u – New and used forklifts, including HELI 18-tonne diesel models [1†L37-L40]
IndustrySearch – Compare diesel and petrol forklift suppliers in Perth [17†L9-L14]
2026 Price Guide – New Forklifts
Forklift Type Capacity Price Range (AUD) Notes
Diesel / Petrol Forklifts Various $20,000 – $80,000 Average ~$50,000 [17†L13-L14]
Used 2.5-tonne Forklifts 2.5 t $15,000 – $35,000 Depending on condition and hours [5†L11-L12][5†L17-L18]
1 Ton Electric Forklift 1 t ~$8,929 USD (Perth listing) With sideshift, 60V/120Ah [17†L29-L31]
HELI 18-tonne Diesel 18 t $225,400 Ex GST Heavy-duty for ports and freight terminals [1†L39]
Toyota 32-8FG30 3 t R193,737 (Perth listing) Used [17†L7-L8]
Crown SC4500 1.8 t R208,836 (Perth listing) Used, 3-stage container mast, freezer/cold storage spec [17†L7]
2026 Model Highlights – Perth Market
Toyota
TMHA Perth offers the full Toyota range including electric, lithium, LPG and diesel forklifts, reach trucks, and pallet movers [12†L10-L12][13†L10-L12]. Toyota models available in Perth include the 32-8FG25 (2.5-tonne LPG counterbalance) and the 6FBRE16 (1.6-tonne electric reach truck for narrow-aisle warehouse work) [2†L18-L19].
Hyster
Available through Adaptalift Group in Perth [0†L26-L27]. The H4.00XL (4-tonne diesel, low hours, sideshift, dual wheel) is listed in Perth [4†L6-L8]. Hyster lift capacities typically range from 1.4 tonnes up to 3.5 tonnes in the standard electric range, with extended-capacity models available [4†L32-L34].
Clark
Clark Equipment’s Perth branch is located at 1711 Albany Highway, Kenwick [3†L12-L13]. The Clark range includes gas, diesel, and electric forklifts from 1.5 to 8 tonne capacities [3†L32-L33]. Clark’s S40–55 Series is designed for 4–5.5 tonne applications, built for Australia’s toughest worksites [3†L37-L38].
Heli
Allied Forklifts is the exclusive Heli dealer for Western Australia [18†L26-L28][18†L33-L36]. They carry the largest range of new Heli forklifts in Perth [18†L22-L23]. Heavy-duty Heli models (16–46 tonnes) are available through MLA Holdings [18†L13]. A new Heli 2000kg lithium battery pallet truck is available with free Perth metro delivery at **$2,300 AUD** ($2,530 Inc. GST) [18†L44-L45].
Mitsubishi
Available through Allied Forklifts in Malaga, with the largest range of new Mitsubishi forklifts in Perth and over 200 used units [7†L23-L25].
Manitou
Available through Liftrite (exclusive WA distributor) [21†L19-L21]. The 2020 Manitou MI25D (2,500kg) and 2019 Manitou MI35D (3,500kg) are available at auction in Perth [5†L27-L29].
Linde
Linde Material Handling has a branch in Malaga, WA [20†L40]. The Linde H50 is a robust, heavy-duty counterbalance forklift available in Western Australia [20†L5-L6].
Used Forklift Listings – Perth (2026)
The second-hand market in Perth is active, with over 300 units listed across platforms like Machines4u and Gumtree at any time [1†L7][11†L16]. Prices for used 2.5-tonne forklifts typically range from $15,000 to $35,000 depending on condition and hours [5†L11-L12][5†L17-L18].
Model Specs Price / Status Source
Toyota 32-8FG30 3-tonne LPG R193,737 Machinio Perth [17†L7-L8]
Crown SC4500 1.8-tonne electric, 3-stage container mast, freezer/cold storage spec R208,836 Machinio Perth [17†L7]
1 Ton Electric Forklift With sideshift, 60V/120Ah, low maintenance $8,929 USD Machinio Perth [17†L29-L31]
Hyster H4.00XL 4-tonne diesel, low hours, sideshift, dual wheel Contact seller Machinio WA [4†L6-L8]
Mitsubishi / Heli Over 200 used units in stock Contact Allied Forklifts Allied Forklifts, Malaga [7†L23-L25]
Buying Considerations in Perth
1. Dealer Coverage
Perth’s major industrial suburbs host key dealers: Kewdale (TMHA Toyota), Malaga (Allied Forklifts – Mitsubishi/Heli), Cannington & Naval Base (Value Material Handling), Canning Vale (Liftrite – Manitou/Gehl), and Bibra Lake (MLA Holdings, Perth Fork Trucks).
2. New vs. Used
New forklifts offer the latest technology (lithium-ion, telematics) and full warranty. Used forklifts offer significant savings – a used 2.5-tonne forklift typically ranges from $15,000 to $35,000 [5†L11-L12][5†L17-L18]. Buying a second-hand diesel forklift can save Perth businesses $20,000–$35,000 compared to new equipment [5†L21].
3. Power Source Selection
Electric / Lithium-ion: Zero emissions, ideal for indoor warehouses. Lithium-ion offers faster charging, no memory effect, and longer battery lifespan [10†L23-L26].
Diesel: High torque for heavy outdoor applications and rough terrain.
LPG: Cleaner than diesel, suitable for mixed indoor/outdoor use.
4. Lithium-Ion Advantages
Lithium-ion forklifts are rapidly becoming the preferred option for many WA businesses [10†L22-L23]. Benefits include faster charging with no memory effect, zero emissions, longer battery life, and reduced maintenance and downtime [10†L23-L26].
5. Licensing Requirements
In Western Australia, operators must hold a High Risk Work (HRW) licence to operate certain forklifts, particularly high-capacity or specialised machines [10†L43-L44]. Smaller pallet movers and walk-behind equipment may not require licensing [10†L45].
6. Rentals and Hire
Most major dealers offer short-term and long-term hire options. TMHA Perth provides flexible hire for short-term projects, peak periods, or longer-term needs [12†L24-L25]. Value Material Handling offers short-term and long-term rentals [8†L30]. Linde offers forklift rental in Perth and nationwide [20†L19-L20].
7. Service and Support
TMHA Perth has factory-trained technicians using genuine Toyota parts and advanced diagnostic tools [12†L28-L30]. Compass Forklifts provides scheduled servicing, emergency breakdown repairs, safety inspections, battery testing, and fleet maintenance programs [10†L38-L40].
8. Financing
Available through most dealers. Contact TMHA, Adaptalift, or Komatsu for financing options on new equipment purchases.
Summary
Perth‘s forklift market in 2026 is served by a comprehensive network of authorised dealers including TMHA Perth (Toyota, Kewdale), Allied Forklifts (Mitsubishi/Heli exclusive WA dealer, Malaga, over 200 used units), Value Material Handling (Cannington & Naval Base, sales/rentals/servicing), Adaptalift Group (Hyster/Yale/Combilift), Compass Forklifts (lithium-ion specialists, Wangara), Liftrite (Manitou/Gehl exclusive WA distributor, Canning Vale), Clark Equipment (Kenwick), MLA Holdings (Bibra Lake, Heli heavy forklifts 16–46 tonnes), Perth Fork Trucks (Bibra Lake, family-owned since 2000), and Northern Forklifts (locally owned, 25+ years). New diesel and petrol forklifts range from $20,000 to $80,000 [17†L13-L14]. Used forklifts offer significant savings, with 2.5-tonne units from $15,000 to $35,000 [5†L11-L12][5†L17-L18]. Specific listings include a HELI 18-tonne diesel at $225,400 Ex GST** [1†L39], a **Toyota 32-8FG30** at **R193,737** [17†L7-L8], a **Crown SC4500** at **R208,836** [17†L7], and a **1 Ton Electric Forklift** at **$8,929 USD [17†L29-L31]. When buying, consider new vs. used, power source requirements (electric/lithium for indoor, diesel for outdoor), licensing requirements, and total cost of ownership – not just the purchase price.