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In the market for some new forklifts? Knowing what kind of forklift to buy and how much you should be spending can be tricky. One of the most important decisions is whether you are going to buy a <\/span>new forklift<\/span><\/a>, or a <\/span>used one<\/span><\/a>. There are benefits to both and the choice really comes down to your budget, preferences and requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n

That said, there is at least one basic guideline that is applicable to most buyers. If your business uses a forklift for less than 4 hours a day, a used model is almost always better. New forklifts start to pull ahead as you increase the workload. <\/span><\/p>\n

Of course, there are plenty of factors to consider when choosing between new and used. In this article, we cover some of the major factors you will need to consider when deciding to buy a used or new forklift. <\/span><\/p>\n

Used Vs New Forklifts Price<\/span><\/h2>\n

The first and, for most buyers, the most important factor when choosing a forklift is the price. Not only when you are considering between different makes and models, but when you\u2019re deciding whether to buy new or used. <\/span><\/p>\n

It won\u2019t come as a surprise, but <\/span>new forklifts<\/span><\/a> will cost you more upfront. Like all used products, a second-hand forklift is going to be cheaper at the initial purchase. In fact, you can find good condition used forklifts for as much as half of their new counterparts. <\/span><\/p>\n

This, obviously, is a huge saving for your back pocket, and can be a big factor when you\u2019re choosing your forklift. But the price is more than just what it will cost you from the dealer. Forklifts are machines, and like all machinery, they need to be maintained.<\/span>\"new<\/p>\n

Ongoing maintenance costs are something you will need to consider when deciding on a new or used forklift. If you buy a used forklift that starts playing up, you may end up spending more than you would have if you had purchased a new one. <\/span><\/p>\n

There\u2019s also a matter of parts, as you may (or may not) have trouble finding replacement parts that are affordable. Even though certain forklifts, like<\/span> electric forklifts<\/span><\/a>, are cheaper to service and maintain than others, these maintenance costs can still add up. Which is why the condition of your forklift is so important. <\/span><\/p>\n

Forklift Condition<\/span><\/h2>\n

Condition is going to be a primary factor when choosing between a new or used forklift. While new forklifts are, as you\u2019d expect, new, a used forklift can be in almost any condition, so you need a keen eye when inspecting. In particular, you want to make sure there\u2019s no:<\/span><\/p>\n