Drexel Forklift

When you’re looking for a quality forklift, Drexel often comes to mind merely because you have seen so many Drexel forklifts in operation over the years. They are known for their durable and dependable equipment. Drexel is the leading supplier for front and side loading lift trucks and is constantly improving the life and quality of their products to bring your the most cost-effective line of products. You may not know, but Drexel was acquired by Landoll Corporation in 2003.  They have been anxiously engaged in the design and development of equipment for both military and industrial markets. The Drexel line of forklifts was subsequently reduced until there are now only two lines of forklifts produced under Drexel’s name.

Key benefits and features of a Drexel forklift are as follows:

• Drexel forklifts are considered multi-purpose pieces of construction equipment that have the capabilities to work in very narrow isles.
• A Drexel forklift is a counter balanced truck that is good for working on trailers, conventional warehouse floors and racks.
• Also known as a long load handler which can transport long loads in and out of doorways.
• They have several different features that you can choose from. One of them being that you have a choice of a three or four wheel configuration.
• One of the key features is that they have the capacity to lift pallets or products anywhere from 2,200 to 12,000 lbs.
• Lift heights maximize to 30 feet

Here are some helpful tips if you are thinking about buying a Drexel forklift:

• If you want one of Drexel’s older models, you will have to buy it used, since they are no longer in production.  Contact your local dealer and see if they have any models, or check a forklift trading company.
• One of the Drexel’s models still under production, the Drexel EX Forklift, is explosion proof, so if you are working in potentially flammable circumstances, this might be a wise purchase for you.
• Drexel’s other remaining line of forklift, the Drexel SwingMast Forklifts, are designed for tight spaces, as narrow as 4 ½ ft wide. 
• Drexel EX Forklifts are commonly used by the armed forces.
• Unlike other manufacturers, Landoll does not have a dealer locator feature on their website, so you will have to contact Landoll’s Forklift Sales division to find out how to purchase a Drexel forklift.

If you don’t want to buy a Drexel forklift, either new or used, but would like to use one for a short period of time, consider renting.  There are some companies that rent Drexel forklifts.  Check with bigforkliftrentals.com, Machinery Trader, or Rental Site.