Queensland‘s industrial corridor from Brisbane to Townsville hosts one of Australia‘s most active forklift markets, with over 60 dealers concentrated around Eagle Farm, Acacia Ridge, and Wacol. The market offers everything from unused 2026 electric warehouse trucks to heavy-duty rough terrain forklifts for mining and construction sites, with new 2.5-tonne LPG counterbalance forklifts starting near $48,000** and used serviceable units available from **$18,000。
Major Forklift Dealers in Queensland
Dealer Location Brands / Specialization Key Services
TMHA Brisbane (Toyota) 20 Radius Drive, Larapinta, QLD 4110 Toyota electric, lithium, LPG, diesel forklifts, reach trucks New/used sales, hire, repairs, servicing, genuine parts, factory-trained technicians
Adaptalift Group Brisbane branch Hyster, Yale, Combilift, JCB New/used sales, hire, service, parts; family-owned Australian dealer
All Lift Forklifts Brisbane, Gold Coast Magni Telehandlers (exclusive distributor), multi-brand Forklift and access hire and sales nationwide
Eureka Forklifts 86 Delta Street, Geebung, QLD 4034 Multi-brand used forklifts Used forklift sales, parts, service; 30 years experience in SE Qld
Crown Equipment Acacia Ridge, QLD Crown electric forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers New/approved used machines with full warranty
Linde Material Handling Wacol, QLD Linde electric and diesel forklifts New/used sales, service, parts
Hyster-Yale Rocklea, QLD Hyster, Yale New/approved used machines with full warranty
Freedom Forklifts Queensland-based Toyota New Toyota forklifts, nationwide shipping, East Coast servicing
Fork Force Queensland Enforcer, multi-brand ex-rental fleets Used forklift sales, 1-year parts and labour warranty, flexible payment
MLA Holdings Molendinar, QLD 4214 Mitsubishi engine and electric forklifts Forklift sales across Brisbane and throughout QLD
Achilles Machinery Brisbane showroom Achilles, SDLG forklifts Sales of forklifts and attachments
2026 New Forklift Models Available in Queensland
New 2026 models are appearing across dealer showrooms and auction platforms:
Model Type Capacity Key Features Source
Hangcha CPCD35 4WD Rough Terrain Diesel 3.5 t 4.3m triplex mast, 3-speed diesel, wet brake system, sideshift, fork positioning Available in Rockhampton, QLD
Lonking LG25B Electric 2.5 t 3m lift height, side shift, fork positioners, pneumatic tyres, 2-stage mast Unused auction, Toowoomba
1.5 Ton CPD15 Electric 1.5 t 3m lift height, solid tyres, 60V lead-acid battery Unused auction, Toowoomba
Lonking X-35 CPCD35 4WD Diesel 3.5 t 4.5m fork height, 37kW/49HP 4-cylinder diesel engine Unused auction, QLD
Captok CK35 4x4 Rough Terrain — 3,050mm max lift height, enclosed cab, 2-stage mast, 4-cylinder diesel Unused auction, Brisbane
SDLOOL SL-D15 Electric 3,300 lbs 2-stage mast, 3,000mm lift, 62V battery with charger Unused auction, Brisbane/Townsville
SDLOOL SL-35 Rough Terrain — Unused 2026 model Unused auction, Brisbane
Dual Wheel Diesel R530 Diesel 3.0 t 3m lift height, side shift, fork positioners Unused auction, Toowoomba
Heli 3.5T Diesel 3.5 t Dual front wheels Available Ipswich to Norville, QLD
Used Forklift Market – Queensland (2026)
The Brisbane second-hand forklift market sits at roughly $18,000 to $42,000 for a serviceable 2.5-tonne diesel or LPG unit between five and ten years old. Used forklifts are available through dealers, online marketplaces, and auction platforms.
Recent Used Listings (2026)
Model Specs Price (AUD) Source
Combilift CB3000 3,000 kg capacity, 4,000mm lift height $40,000 + GST Forkwest
Hyster H1.8XT 1,800 kg capacity, 4,825mm lift height, 2,875 hours $23,500 + GST Adaptalift
Enforcer FD50T-MMA 5-tonne forklift, 1-year parts and labour warranty Contact dealer Fork Force
Nissan 2.5 Ton Gas + Fuel, working condition Auction Grays (Rocklea)
Toyota 2.5 Tonne LPG counterbalance Contact seller Loadshift
Toyota 5 Ton LPG with side shift Contact seller Machinio
Hyster J1.8XNT Motorised Contact seller Machinio
Upcoming Auctions (2026)
Auction Location Items Dates
Pickles Online Auction Brisbane / Online Trucks, machinery, forklifts 31 July – 4 August 2026
Ritchie Bros. Auction Brisbane, QLD 2026 Captok CK35 4x4 Rough Terrain (unused) Ongoing
Ritchie Bros. Auction Brisbane, QLD 2026 SDLOOL SL-D15 electric forklift (unused) Ongoing
Ritchie Bros. Auction Brisbane, QLD 2026 SDLOOL SL-35 rough terrain (unused) Ongoing
Grays Online Toowoomba, QLD 1.5T electric, Lonking 2.5T electric, 3T diesel Current
Slattery Auctions Stafford, QLD 4053 Nissan FJ02A25U diesel counterbalance 14 August 2026
2026 Price Guide – Forklifts in Queensland
Forklift Type Capacity Price Range (AUD) Notes
New Electric Counterbalance Various $25,000 – $70,000 Entry-level from $25,000–$35,000
New Diesel Counterbalance 5 t $50,000 – $90,000 Heavy industrial, outdoor use
New LPG Counterbalance 5 t $45,000 – $80,000 Mixed indoor/outdoor
New All-Terrain Various $30,000 – $80,000 Average ~$55,000
New Counterbalance (General) Various $15,000 – $75,000+ Across electric, LPG and diesel
New Reach Forklift Various $25,000 – $75,000+ High-bay warehousing
New 2.5T LPG 2.5 t ~$48,000+ Entry-level new
New 2.5T (high-spec) 2.5 t Up to $90,000+ With side-shift, fork positioners, container mast
Used 2.5T (5–10 years) 2.5 t $18,000 – $42,000 Serviceable diesel/LPG unit
Used 2.5T (dealer) 2.5 t $18,000 – $42,000 Brisbane market average
Buying Considerations in Queensland
1. Dealer Concentration
Brisbane‘s industrial corridor hosts the highest concentration of forklift dealers in Queensland. Key dealer locations include Eagle Farm, Acacia Ridge, Wacol, and Rocklea. Major dealers offer new and approved used machines with full warranty, while independent yards and ex-rental specialists (All Lift, Fork Force) hold fleets across multiple brands.
2. New vs. Used
New forklifts offer the latest technology (lithium-ion, telematics) and full warranty – a new 2.5-tonne LPG counterbalance starts near $48,000** and can exceed **$90,000 with options. Used forklifts offer significant savings – a serviceable 2.5-tonne unit between five and ten years old costs $18,000–$42,000. Buying from a Queensland-licensed dealer provides protection: they must supply a pre-delivery inspection report, current log book, and proof that modifications meet AS 2359.2-2013.
3. Power Source Selection
Electric: Zero emissions, ideal for indoor warehouses. Demand for electric forklifts in Brisbane has overtaken internal combustion in indoor warehousing, driven by cold storage growth and newer estates banning LPG fumes. New electric forklifts cost $25,000–$70,000.
Diesel: High torque for heavy outdoor applications. New 5-tonne diesel costs $50,000–$90,000.
LPG: Cleaner than diesel, suitable for mixed indoor/outdoor use. New 5-tonne LPG costs $45,000–$80,000.
4. All-Terrain and Rough Terrain
Queensland‘s mining, construction, and agricultural sectors drive demand for rough terrain forklifts. New all-terrain forklifts typically list from $30,000 to $80,000, averaging around $55,000**. A 2.5-tonne 2WD unit starts near **$28,000, while a 5-tonne 4WD runs $60,000–$80,000.
5. WHS Compliance
Under Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (Qld), the person conducting a business or undertaking is liable for any defect that injures a worker. Always request the forklift‘s service history, log book, and proof of compliance with AS 2359.2-2013.
6. Licensing Requirements
Forklift operators require a High Risk Work Licence (TLILIC0003 – forklift truck) issued under Queensland WHS laws. The licence class must match the equipment type – order pickers require TLILIC0004, and boom-type trucks require TLILIC0005.
7. Rental and Financing Options
Yellowgate offers Rent Now, Buy Later solutions with 12-month rental terms, buy anytime options, and 100% tax deductible payments, from $30,000 to $500,000 worth of equipment. Most dealers also offer flexible hire for short-term projects and long-term fleet supplementation.
Summary
Queensland‘s forklift market in 2026 is served by a comprehensive network of over 60 dealers across Brisbane‘s industrial corridor, with major dealers including TMHA Brisbane (Toyota, Larapinta), Adaptalift Group (Hyster/Yale/Combilift/JCB), All Lift Forklifts (Magni Telehandlers exclusive distributor), Eureka Forklifts (Geebung, 30 years), Crown Equipment (Acacia Ridge), Linde (Wacol), and Hyster-Yale (Rocklea). New 2026 models include the Hangcha CPCD35 4WD rough terrain (3.5 t, 4.3m triplex mast), Lonking LG25B electric (2.5 t, side shift), Captok CK35 4x4 rough terrain, and SDLOOL SL-D15 electric forklifts. New 2.5-tonne LPG counterbalance forklifts start near $48,000**, with high-spec units exceeding **$90,000. Used 2.5-tonne forklifts (5–10 years old) range from $18,000 to $42,000. Upcoming auctions through Pickles (31 July–4 August), Ritchie Bros. (Brisbane), and Grays (Toowoomba) feature unused 2026 models and used equipment. When buying, consider new vs. used, power source requirements, dealer service proximity, WHS compliance, licensing requirements, and total cost of ownership – not just the purchase price.