There are a wide range of new and used lift trucks for sale.  Each main type has several different options available based on the load requirement and their primary use.  Selecting the best forklifts for sale means knowing exactly what you need.  

Propane forklifts are the best gas burning option because of their low rate of emissions.  Propane forklifts are capable of hauling heavy loads and are perfect for regular outdoor use.  They should not be used indoors.

Diesel forklifts were at one time the industry standard for outdoor heavy hauls.  They are still quite popular, because they have the highest load capacity of all forklifts for sale.  With propane forklifts becoming more and more capable of hauling heavy loads and burning cleaner, some of the original flare of diesel forklifts has been lost.

If you don’t need a heavy haul and you work primarily indoors electric forklifts are the best option.  They simply plug into a standard outlet and charge.  They hold about eight hours on average, but you can purchase more than one battery and switch out if you need more time between charges.  

Lift trucks for sale can be found in a variety of places.  Remember that within each style of truck there are variations in model and load capacity.  Make sure that you know how much are going to need to haul on average before making your choice.