Diesel forklifts for sale & hire

TAG Forklift Trucks supplies diesel forklifts for sale and hire across the North West, from everyday yard trucks to heavy-duty machines lifting tens of tonnes. Diesel forklifts are built for demanding outdoor work, offering high torque, long run times and strong performance on rough or uneven ground.

Whether you need a single truck for a busy yard or a fleet for a port or distribution site, our team will match the right diesel machine to the job, with outright purchase, flexible hire and full service and maintenance support.

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Diesel forklifts use a robust internal combustion engine that delivers high torque and sustained power, which makes them well suited to heavy loads, long shifts and outdoor sites where conditions are tough. They refuel in moments and keep working for as long as there is fuel in the tank.

From compact yard trucks to heavy container handlers, diesel remains the go-to for outdoor materials handling, construction, ports and recycling. They are typically the most cost-effective choice where machines work hard outside and high lift capacities are needed.

Frequently asked questions

Diesel forklifts are intended for outdoor and well-ventilated use because of their exhaust emissions. For indoor work an electric or, with good ventilation, a gas truck is usually the better option, and our team can advise on the right choice.

Our diesel range runs from everyday capacities of around 2 to 3.5 tonnes up to heavy-duty machines handling well over 5 tonnes, including high-capacity container and timber handling trucks. Use the capacity filter to narrow the list.

Yes. Diesel trucks generally offer the best performance on uneven yards, hard standing and outdoor sites, with the torque and ground clearance to handle demanding conditions.

Yes. We offer flexible diesel forklift hire, from short term cover for a single project through to long term contract hire, all with service and maintenance included.

Yes. Our engineers service, maintain and repair all the diesel forklifts we supply, with planned servicing and breakdown support across the North West.