Electric Forklift versus Diesel Forklift
A forklift could function either by an electric motor or by an internal combustion or IC motor. Electric forklifts are suitable for indoor use and cost a lot less to use. IC machinery are suitable for outdoor use and are faster to refuel.
Electric Forklifts
For indoor applications, where air quality is a concern, the electric forklift is the ideal equipment you can use as it produces no exhaust. Electric forklifts are quiet and clean. They are 20% to 40% more expensive to buy than IC lifts, but the operating cost of electric models on a per hour basis is lower. The downside is that batteries require 16 hours to charge and cool down, so purchasing an extra set of batteries is recommended. Electric lifts are not limited to indoor use, but when used outdoors they should be used carefully.
Diesel Forklifts
Internal Combustion forklifts are for outdoor applications, and their carrying capacity is higher than electric forklifts. If your fleet usually operates on one type of fuel, it may be a wise idea to buy an IC unit that utilizes the same type of fuel. They could run on propane, diesel or gas. Diesel is the most economical. IC forklifts have the advantage of being less expensive to operate and easy to refuel; nevertheless, their operating cost on a per hour basis is higher. The majority of IC models cannot be utilized indoors.
Other Forklifts
Narrow-aisle electric forklifts are recommended for tight spaces inside warehouses. They are designed to pick up loads without having to face the lift towards the stacks. Rough terrain diesel forklifts have large tires for running on difficult surfaces.