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We Buy Used Forklifts Cash Offer or Free Listing
Selling a used forklift? Send us the make, model, year, hours and condition. We reply within one business day. If it'sa forklift we buy, you get a cash offer. If not, list it free on the HeavyDutyYard marketplace, where we review every listing and screen buyer messages. Any brand, including Caterpillar, Toyota, Hyster.
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Forklifts Brands We Buy
Common Forklifts Models We Buy
We have price and spec pages for 23 forkliftsmodels. Don't see yours? Submit it anyway; we reply on models not listed here too.
What affects what your forklift is worth
Beyond year, make and model, these are the things buyers look at on a used forklift.
Fuel type and battery
Propane, diesel and electric trucks sell to different buyers. On electric trucks, battery age matters a lot.
Mast and capacity
Lift height, mast type and rated capacity decide which warehouses or yards can use it.
Tires
Cushion tires suit indoor floors; pneumatic tires suit yards. Worn tires are a near-term cost.
Hours and attachments
Hours set the baseline; a side shifter or fork positioner adds value.
How many hours is a lot on a used forklift?
Forklift
Working life of about 8,000–14,000 hours (Toyota: most forklifts need replacing around 10,000 hrs, 8,000 or less in tough work. Raymond: IC trucks 10,000-11,000, electric up to 14,000). Typical use: 1,700–2,750 hours a year.
- Expect major repairs once trucks reach 10,000 hours. (Raymond)
Check a specific machine with the equipment hours checker.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is my used forklift worth?
HeavyDutyYard estimates on our model pages run from $4,000–$65,000 for used forklifts, depending on brand, model, year, hours and condition. Send us your forklift's details and we reply within one business day, with a cash offer if it's one we buy.
What forklift brands do you buy?
Any make. Our model pages cover 7 forklift brands, including Caterpillar, Toyota, Hyster, Mitsubishi, Clark, and more. If yours isn't listed, send it anyway.
Can I sell a forklift that doesn't run?
Send the details either way. We make cash offers on some machines; the rest can list free on the marketplace. Tell us about known issues up front so the offer or listing is accurate.
How do I prepare my forklift for sale?
Nothing is needed to ask for an offer beyond the make, model, year and hours. Photos, service records and proof of ownership make the offer faster and more accurate.
What if you don't buy my forklift?
You can list it free on the HeavyDutyYard marketplace. We review every listing before it goes live and screen buyer messages before they reach you. A featured spot is optional at a one-time $24.99.
How fast can I sell my forklift?
We reply within one business day of your submission. If you accept a cash offer, payment and pickup terms are agreed in writing and we help coordinate a hauler. If you list on the marketplace instead, timing depends on buyers; you set the price.
What Are Forklifts Worth by Brand?
Across 7 brands, HeavyDutyYard estimates for used forklifts run $4,000–$65,000. Toyota has the highest top-end estimate in our data.
| Brand | Models | HeavyDutyYard Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Hyster | 7 | $4,000–$57,000 |
| Toyota | 6 | $4,000–$65,000 |
| Yale | 3 | $6,000–$25,000 |
| Caterpillar | 2 | $4,000–$20,000 |
| Mitsubishi | 2 | $9,500–$21,500 |
| Clark | 2 | $7,500–$35,000 |
| Crown | 1 | $5,000–$60,000 |
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