South Australia's forklift market is well-served by a network of authorised dealers, independent specialists, and online marketplaces, with a strong concentration in Adelaide's industrial suburbs of Gepps Cross, Wingfield, Cavan, and Dry Creek. Prices for new diesel and petrol forklifts typically range from $20,000 to $80,000, averaging around $50,000.
Major Forklift Dealers in South Australia
Dealer Brands / Specialization Location Key Services
TMHA Adelaide (Toyota) Toyota (authorised) 21 Matthews Road, Gepps Cross, SA 5094 New/used sales, hire, repairs, servicing, genuine parts, factory-trained technicians
Warner Fork Trucks Hyundai, EP Forklifts 5 Newcastle Crescent, Cavan SA 5094 New/used sales, service, parts; family-owned since 1976; Hyundai sales and service awards
Adaptalift Group Hyster, Yale, Combilift, Aisle-Master 18-22 Churchill Rd N, Dry Creek, SA 5094 New/used sales, hire, service, parts; Hyster and Yale authorised dealer
Fork Force Adelaide Enforcer (exclusive), Ausa, Crown, Nissan, Yale Wingfield, SA New/used sales, hire, service, parts; 5-year warranty on new Enforcer models
Clark Equipment (SA/NT) Clark forklifts Wingfield, SA New/used sales, hire, parts, service
Komatsu Forklift Australia Komatsu 599 South Rd, Regency Park, SA 5010 New/used sales, hire, service, parts
All Lift Forklifts Magni Telehandlers, Liugong, CVS Ferrari Edinburgh North, SA Sales, rental, service
SA Lift & Loader Bobcat, Doosan, Clark, Omega, Terberg 253 Hanson Rd, Wingfield, SA 5013 Sales, hire
BPF Equipment Multi-brand forklifts and attachments 79 Cavan Road, Gepps Cross, SA Sales, hire, servicing, parts
United Equipment Engine-powered and battery electric forklifts Adelaide branch Sales and hire; 1–65 tonne capacity range
2026 New Forklifts
Toyota
TMHA Adelaide offers the full Toyota range including electric, lithium, LPG, and diesel forklifts, reach trucks, and pallet movers. Seeley International took delivery of seven new Toyota 8FBE three-wheel battery-electric counterbalance forklifts at its Adelaide headquarters in 2026. Toyota also offers used models, including a 2010 Toyota 32-8FG30 (3-tonne LPG forklift) available through the Gepps Cross branch.
Hyster
Available through Adaptalift Group. Lift capacities range from 1.4 tonnes up to around 3.5 tonnes in the standard electric range, with extended-capacity models available. Brooks Hire offers Hyster forklifts across Adelaide and regional South Australia.
Clark
Clark Equipment's South Australia branch in Wingfield offers the Clark S40–55 Series, engineered for Australia's toughest worksites. Clark forklifts are also available through SA Lift & Loader.
Komatsu
Komatsu Forklift Australia has an Adelaide branch at Regency Park. The FH series, including the FH40, has been deployed in South Australia. Komatsu forklifts are known for reliability and quality.
Linde
Linde offers a comprehensive range of electric and diesel forklifts, warehouse trucks, and pallet stackers. Lifting capacities range from 1 to 18 tonnes. Linde also offers rental forklifts in Adelaide.
Enforcer (Fork Force Exclusive)
Fork Force Adelaide stocks the exclusive Enforcer brand with a 5-year parts and labour warranty on most new Enforcer forklifts.
Crown
Crown Equipment operates in Adelaide offering services including warehouse and logistics management. Crown is the largest forklift service provider in Australia.
Used Forklifts – South Australia Listings (2026)
The second-hand market in South Australia is active, with listings available through dealers and online marketplaces.
Model Specs Price (AUD + GST) Source
Hyster H250e (1981) 7.22 tonne capacity, LPG engine, monotrol transmission $20,160 USD Machinio (Wingfield)
Toyota 32-8FG25 (2008) 2.5 tonne, gasoline, 4m lift height Contact seller Machinio (Pooraka)
Linde E25 (2006) Electric, hydrostatic transmission Contact seller Machinio (Pooraka)
Hyster J2.5XN 2,500 kg, 4-wheel electric **$10,000** (was $11,969) Adaptalift (SA)
Combilift C3500E 3,500 kg capacity, multi-directional $21,900 Adaptalift (SA)
Combilift C4000 4,000 kg capacity, multi-directional, 5.5m lift $49,000 Adaptalift (SA)
Agria TH250 (Rough Terrain) 2,500 kg capacity, 3-stage mast $22,500 Adaptalift (SA)
Hyster Walkie Stacker 1,361 kg, electric walkie stacker reach $8,500 Adaptalift (SA)
Yale GLP35VX 3.5 tonne, dual fuel (petrol/LPG), side shift fork positioner Contact dealer Fork Force Adelaide
2026 Price Guide – Forklifts in South Australia
Forklift Type Price Range (AUD) Notes
Diesel / Petrol Forklifts $20,000 – $80,000 Average ~$50,000
Reach Forklifts $15,000 – $50,000 Average ~$32,500
Electric Counterbalanced Contact dealer Zero-emission indoor models available through TMHA, Komatsu, Adaptalift
Used 2.5-tonne $10,000 – $35,000 Examples: Hyster J2.5XN ($10,000); Toyota 32-8FG25 (contact dealer)
Multi-Directional $21,900 – $49,000 Combilift C3500E ($21,900); Combilift C4000 ($49,000)
Rough Terrain $22,500+ Agria TH250
Used Forklift Price Ranges (South Australia 2026):
2.5-tonne electric (4-wheel): $10,000 – $15,000 (e.g., Hyster J2.5XN)
Multi-directional (3.5–4.0 tonne): $21,900 – $49,000
Rough terrain (2.5 tonne): $22,500
Buying Considerations in South Australia
1. Dealer Concentration
Adelaide's major industrial suburbs host key dealers: Gepps Cross (TMHA Toyota, BPF Equipment), Wingfield (Fork Force, Clark Equipment, SA Lift & Loader), Cavan (Warner Fork Trucks), Dry Creek (Adaptalift Group), Regency Park (Komatsu Forklift Australia), and Edinburgh North (All Lift Forklifts).
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 electric forklift from $10,000** (e.g., Hyster J2.5XN), a used Yale 3.5-tonne dual fuel from Fork Force Adelaide, and a used 1981 Hyster H250e at **$20,160 USD.
3. Power Source Selection
Electric: Zero emissions, ideal for indoor warehouses. Toyota 8FBE three-wheel models now in Adelaide; Linde lithium-ion range from 0.6 to 18 tonnes
Diesel: High torque for heavy outdoor applications. New diesel/petrol forklifts $20,000–$80,000
LPG / Petrol: Cleaner than diesel, suitable for mixed indoor/outdoor use. Yale GLP35VX dual fuel available
4. Forklift Attachments
Active Lifting Equipment in Wingfield supplies forklift attachments, wire rope, height safety, and material handling equipment. Eurolift (Dudley Park) specialises in Bolzoni Auramo hydraulically powered attachments, Elme Spreaders, Lift-tek Elecar Masts, and Tygard Layer Pickers. BPF Equipment supplies attachments for construction and material handling.
5. Licensing Requirements
All forklift operators in South Australia require a High Risk Work Licence (LF class) issued by SafeWork SA.
6. Rentals and Hire
TMHA Adelaide offers flexible short-term and long-term hire options. Warner Fork Trucks provides long and short-term hire of forklifts and attachments from 1 day to 5 years. Adaptalift Group, Fork Force Adelaide, BPF Equipment, and Linde also offer rental options.
7. Service and Support
TMHA Adelaide has factory-trained technicians using genuine Toyota parts. Fork Force Adelaide offers workshop and mobile service, repairs, scheduled maintenance, breakdown services, and upgrades. Adaptalift Group provides servicing and repairs for Hyster, Yale, Combilift, and Aisle-Master.
8. Financing
Available through most dealers. Contact TMHA, Warner Fork Trucks, Adaptalift, or Komatsu for financing options.
Summary
South Australia's forklift market in 2026 is served by a comprehensive network of authorised dealers including TMHA Adelaide (Toyota, Gepps Cross), Warner Fork Trucks (Hyundai/EP, Cavan, family-owned since 1976), Adaptalift Group (Hyster/Yale/Combilift, Dry Creek), Fork Force Adelaide (Enforcer/Crown/Nissan/Yale, Wingfield, 5-year Enforcer warranty), Clark Equipment (Wingfield), Komatsu Forklift Australia (Regency Park), and All Lift Forklifts (Magni/Liugong/CVS Ferrari, Edinburgh North). New diesel/petrol forklifts range from $20,000 to $80,000, with electric models available through TMHA, Komatsu, Adaptalift, and Linde. Used forklifts offer significant savings – examples include a Hyster J2.5XN at $10,000**, a **Combilift C3500E** at **$21,900, and a Combilift C4000 at $49,000. Forklift attachments are available through Active Lifting Equipment (Wingfield), Eurolift (Dudley Park), and BPF Equipment (Gepps Cross). When buying, consider new vs. used, power source requirements, dealer service proximity, licensing requirements, and total cost of ownership – not just the purchase price.