Pallet Jacks Pricing and Costs

Finding pallet jacks to meet your needs and your budget

Working in a warehouse, receiving/shipping at a manufacturing plant or any other environment requiring the movement of empty or product-filled pallets, the right pallet jack will certainly ease your load. Depending upon your needs, though, they can set you back several thousand dollars. While manual pallet jacks might often cost less, budgeting for an electric or motorized pallet jack will speed up the process, save you time and money and even help avert potential accidents.

Pallet jacks' pricing and costs vary depending on the power source, load capacity, capabilities and construction materials. Prices typically range anywhere from just under $200 to more than $6,000. This guide takes a look at:

1. Special application pallet jacks for your business.

2. Powered pallet jacks to make your job easier.

3. Deals to look for on pallet jacks.

Ensure the pallet jack does what you need it to

Don't simply buy a pallet jack without first ensuring it will perform the way you expect. Avoid reweighing charges with freight companies by using pallet jacks equipped with scales. If you need to use it outdoors, check to see if you can operate the pallet jack that interests you in rough terrain.

Invest in a powered pallet jack to make the job easier and faster

Consider investing in power pallet jacks or electric pallet jacks to avoid having to push, pull and manually maneuver heavy pallet loads.

Look for deals on pallet jacks

Good deals come in many forms when you're looking for a powered or hand pallet truck. Putting a little extra time into your search can land you a good deal on a new, refurbished or used pallet jack.

• Don't forget to factor the cost of shipping into your budget when selecting a pallet jack. The heavier the shipping weight, the more you'll have to pay. Shipping costs can climb to nearly $1,000 for a pallet jack weighing in excess of 1,000 pounds.

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