4WD (four‑wheel drive) forklifts — also called rough terrain or all‑terrain forklifts — are purpose‑built for outdoor job sites where standard warehouse trucks cannot operate. Mud, gravel, snow, steep grades, and uneven ground are their natural environment. In 2026, the market offers a wide range of new 4WD models from global manufacturers, with prices starting around $28,000 USD for 2.5‑tonne units** and exceeding **$100,000 USD for high‑capacity telehandlers.
2026 New Model Highlights
Brand / Model Capacity Key Specifications Price / Availability
MAGNI FL 5,0T A 5,000 kg (11,000 lbs) 75 HP DEUTZ diesel, 45% gradeability, 25 km/h, 9,050 kg base weight POA (Price on Application)
MAMMUT H35H 3.5 tonnes (7,700 lbs) On‑demand 4WD, Kubota diesel, hydrostatic transmission, 4.5m lift height, 24‑month/2,000‑hour warranty $49,000 AUD (GST exclusive)
Heli R 3.5‑ton 3,500 kg Selectable 2WD/4WD, Kubota V2607 (EU Stage V), 4.7m lift height, enclosed cab, 24 km/h Price on request
Hangcha CPCD25‑XW98C‑RT4 5,515 lbs (2.5 t) 4WD, Kubota V2607‑CR‑TE5B T4F diesel, 185″ lift height, closed cab with heating Contact dealer
Hangcha 11,000lb 4WD 11,000 lbs (5.0 t) Deutz 74.3 HP diesel, 14.6″ ground clearance, very low centre of gravity Contact dealer
Hangcha 5,000‑7,000lb 4WD 5,000‑7,000 lbs Kubota Tier 4F diesel, 16.2 mph top speed, 10.6″ ground clearance Contact dealer
JCB 77‑52D 4WD Teletruk — Telescopic boom, 4WD, compact chassis, rough terrain capability $102,338 USD
Manitou MC30‑4 6,000 lbs (2.7 t) 4‑wheel drive, purpose‑built for demanding terrain Contact dealer
New Holland F50C 5,000 lbs Standard 4WD, power shuttle synchromesh, 144″ fork height, 12,885 lbs operating weight Contact dealer
BLANC‑ELE RT50 5,000 kg 4WD, Weifang 78 kW turbo diesel, 330 mm ground clearance, 3‑6 m mast options Contact dealer
Auction & Unused 4WD Units (2026)
Several 2026 4WD rough terrain forklifts are available at auction as unused units:
Model Details Auction Platform
JQ POWER CPC35 3,500 kg (7,700 lbs), 4x4, enclosed cab, 3‑stage mast, 4.5m lift height, side shift Ritchie Bros.
AMY POWER CPC35 3,500 kg, 4x4, enclosed cab, 3‑stage mast, side shift, diesel Ritchie Bros.
Terramax ZY‑35A 3,500 kg, 4x4, 3‑stage mast, 4‑cylinder diesel Ritchie Bros.
Note: All auction units are sold “as‑is, where‑is” with no warranty. Factor in buyer‘s premiums and transport costs.
2026 Price Guide – 4WD Forklifts
Capacity Class Typical Price Range (USD) Notes
2.5‑tonne 4WD ~$28,000 – $35,000 2WD starts near $28,000; 4WD adds $8,000–$15,000
3.0‑3.5‑tonne 4WD $40,000 – $55,000 MAMMUT H35H at $49,000 AUD; Heli R 3.5‑ton on request
5.0‑tonne 4WD $60,000 – $80,000 Australian market pricing
High‑capacity / Telehandler $100,000 – $170,000+ JCB 77‑52D 4WD Teletruk at $102,338
Chinese 4WD (factory‑direct) $8,000 – $15,000 Entry‑level 4x4 telehandlers and rough terrain models
Where to Buy 4WD Forklifts
Channel Examples
Online Marketplaces Machineryline, Machinio, Construction Equipment Guide, Earthmovers Magazine, Fully Loaded
Dealer Networks KMC Equipment (Hangcha), Boss JCB, Access Industrial Mining, BLANC‑ELE
Auction Platforms Ritchie Bros., Machineryline Auctions
B2B Platforms Made‑in‑China, Alibaba
Key Buying Considerations
4WD adds $8,000–$15,000 but is essential for soft, muddy, or graded ground.
Engine emissions compliance: New 2026 models feature Tier 4F (Hangcha, Kubota), Stage V (Heli R), or “No DEF” options (some manufacturers).
Mast and lift height: Triplex masts are standard on most 2026 models, with lift heights from 4.5m (MAMMUT H35H) to 4.7m (Heli R).
Ground clearance: Critical for rough terrain — Hangcha 11,000lb offers 14.6″ clearance; BLANC‑ELE RT50 offers 330 mm.
Warranty: MAMMUT offers 24 months / 2,000 hours full parts and labour warranty.
New vs. used: New 2026 units offer full warranty and latest emissions compliance. Used units may offer savings but require thorough inspection of hours, engine, and hydraulic systems.
Summary
4WD forklifts in 2026 are available across a wide range of configurations from manufacturers including MAGNI (FL 5,0T A, 5,000 kg, 75 HP DEUTZ, POA), MAMMUT (H35H, 3.5 tonnes, $49,000 AUD, 24‑month warranty), **Heli** (R 3.5‑ton, selectable 2WD/4WD, 4.7m lift, price on request), **Hangcha** (CPCD25‑XW98C‑RT4: 5,515 lbs, 4WD, 185″ lift, Kubota diesel; 11,000lb 4WD: Deutz 74.3 HP, 14.6″ clearance; 5,000–7,000lb 4WD: Kubota Tier 4F, 16.2 mph), **JCB** (77‑52D 4WD Teletruk: $102,338 USD, telescopic boom), Manitou (MC30‑4: 6,000 lbs, 4WD), New Holland (F50C: 5,000 lbs, standard 4WD), and BLANC‑ELE (RT50: 5,000 kg, 4WD, 330 mm clearance). Prices range from ~$28,000 for 2.5‑tonne 4WD units** to **over $100,000 for high‑capacity telehandlers. Purchase through online marketplaces (Machineryline, Machinio, Construction Equipment Guide), dealer networks (KMC Equipment, Boss JCB, Access Industrial Mining), or auction platforms (Ritchie Bros.). When buying, consider emissions compliance, ground clearance, mast height, warranty coverage, and total cost of ownership – not just the purchase price.
