Sales Frequently Asked Questions

What tires do I need?

Cushion: Hard rubber/low profile tires that are primarily used in warehouse applications with clean floors that are free of debris. Although primarily designed for indoor use they can be used occasionally on hard packed chat or gravel but risk to tire damage and poor traction are greatly increased.

Pneumatic: Air filled tires that are designed to be used either inside or outside. These tires are a taller tire that provides additional ground clearance for the forklift and makes the unit more versatile in most applications. These tires are available in a Solid Pneumatic version as well. These tires work well where flats on air tires are a problem but ride quality is typically sacrificed.

Rough Terrain: Tires that are a tractor type tires and allow usage in loose dirt and muddy applications. The most common use for Rough Terrain tire lifts are construction, agricultural and lumber facilities. Rough Terrain tire forklifts are typically larger units and are more difficult to maneuver inside buildings.

What about my unique needs?  Can you help?

Absolutely!  Here are some recent areas we talked to clients about, just ask or use the “Ask a Question” form on a piece of equipment.

Mast configurations…

Some mast configurations may not work in your application! Please talk to a sales representative to determine which type of mast will work for you.

Capacity…

Capacity of a lift truck is typically rated on a 24” load center. The further the load is outside of that load center the more it changes the lift trucks capacity. Let the lift professionals at UNITED help you determine if forklift you are looking for will lift your load.

Size matters…

Will the forklift I am interested in fit though all of my doorways and under my mezzanine?

Length matters, too….

How long do the forks on my forklift need to be?

Electric vs. Internal Combustion……

Which one is right for me?

How does my equipment get shipped?

All equipment prices quoted are f.o.b. UNITED Machinery & Supply with the exception of equipment delivered within a 100 mile radius of either of our facilities. Free delivery is included within a 100 mile radius unless otherwise specified.

Where’s a simple condition rating of the pre-owned equipment?

UNITED avoids using words like Excellent/Good/Fair/Poor in describing our equipment as we don’t wish to misrepresent our equipment. UNITED Machinery & Supply will make every effort to disclose any and all information concerning condition we have about the used equipment we sell. Information about any work performed to the unit prior to it being posted to our web site is available for review upon request.

Does this equipment have a warranty?

Equipment warranties are available on some used equipment depending upon its age, condition and final destination. Please contact us for warranty information.  Use the “Ask a Question” form on a piece of equipment on our site or click here.

Does UNITED offer financing?

Financing options are available on some equipment. Please talk to a sales representative to determine if the piece of equipment you are interested in qualifies or use the “Ask a Question” form on the piece of equipment’s listing.