Slideshow: 7 Forklifts For 2015

The Platinum G06 Series features a 4HK1-TC 5.2-liter electronic fuel injected industrial diesel engine and automatic two-speed transmission. The unit is equipped with a common fuel rail injection system using an intercooled turbocharged design and an engine temperature and warning system. Learn more >>

C-5 Series forklifts are powered by an industrial 2.4-liter engine jointly developed with John Deere. This also features an optional On-Demand Cooling system that the company says automatically clears itself of debris and provides precise cooling to effectively manage heat in intense and dirty environments. Units also come equipped with Crown’s eSmart Accurate Fuel Tracking, which alerts operators when the system senses 16 minutes of remaining fuel time. Learn more >>

Designed for agricultural applications, Toyota’s large IC (internal combustion) pneumatic lift trucks offer 22,000- to 35,000-pound capacities and are equipped with a 6.7-liter J-Series Hino diesel engine. Ergonomic features include hydraulic seat-side pilot-type short-throw levers, left-hand shift lever and tilt steering column. Learn more >>

The 586H Series has a lift capacity of 6,000 pounds and the 588H Series can carry up to 8,000 pounds. Offering the fastest lift speeds and excellent lift capacities, the rough terrain forklifts are an indispensable tool on jobs of all sizes, according to the company. Both feature new Tier 4 drive-train technology, so users can count on a cleaner, more fuel-efficient design, says the company. Learn more >>

The Hiab Moffett features a low overhead height design to work in tight spaces. The unit is built with patented pantograph extension arms, which enable it to perform partial one-side unloading without having to move the delivery vehicle. All units come with Kubota diesel engines and three drive wheels. Learn more >>

The STM series is available in models that can lift from 5,500 to 7,000 pounds. Units are powered by a Kubota Tier III, 50-hp diesel engine. The units feature mast design, which is designed with higher capacity load rollers and corrosion resistant lift chains to reduce operating cost and downtime, according to the company. Learn more >>

Fortis truck series units are built with IP66 rated sealed connections, which mean electrical problems are avoided, says the company. They are equipped with a Pacesetter VSM industrial onboard computer to enable operators to adjust and optimize performance as needed. The units also come with DuraMatch transmissions, which can provide controlled rollback on ramps and auto-speed hydraulics with automatic inching control, allowing operators to move loads more efficiently with less operator fatigue and product damage, says the company. Learn more >>