The term "Birmingham" refers to two major cities with distinct forklift markets: Birmingham, United Kingdom (the West Midlands) and Birmingham, Alabama, USA. This guide covers both markets, providing comprehensive information on dealers, brands, pricing, and buying considerations.
Birmingham, UK – West Midlands Forklift Market
The West Midlands region has a well-established network of forklift dealers, with a strong concentration in Birmingham and surrounding areas like Oldbury, Sutton Coldfield, and Walsall.
Major Forklift Dealers in Birmingham, UK
Dealer Location Brands / Specialization Key Services
Jofson Unit 8, Westgate Park Industrial Estate, Aldridge, Walsall WS9 8ER Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks (authorized dealer), Combilift New/used sales, forklift hire, servicing, parts; established 1977
West Mercia Fork Trucks Oldbury, Birmingham Multi-brand Fork truck sales, hire, service, repair; 50+ years experience, depots in Birmingham (Oldbury), Telford, and Coventry
Jungheinrich UK Ltd – Midlands Birmingham B24 9PD Jungheinrich Used forklift sales, short-term rental (up to 2 years), ancillary equipment; fleet of 1,500 trucks, 60 specifications, average age under 24 months
Astro Mechanical Handling Ltd Sutton Coldfield, near Birmingham Multi-brand Forklift hire, used forklift truck sales, re-conditioned power pallet trucks, forklift driver training
Atlas Forklift Birmingham area Multi-brand Forklift hire (daily/weekly/longer), servicing, repair, maintenance across Birmingham and surrounding areas
Stephenson‘s Fork Trucks Birmingham Electric, diesel, gas forklifts, reach trucks, pallet stackers Short-term hire, long-term contract hire, rapid delivery to Birmingham postcodes
Hamstead Plant West Midlands CASE Construction Equipment (authorized dealer) CASE forklifts, covering Birmingham, Coventry, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton, and Worcester
J B Forklifts Ltd Birmingham Multi-brand Family-run; new and secondhand forklift sales, parts, repair, servicing; 25+ years experience
T & T Maintenance Services Ltd West Midlands Multi-brand Forklift truck dealer, fork truck sales
Abex Ltd Birmingham B7 4TS Combilift New and used forklift sales, short and long-term hire
Online Marketplaces Serving Birmingham, UK
Multiple online marketplaces list forklifts with depots in Birmingham (Oldbury), Telford, and Coventry:
Marketplace Example Listings
Machinio Combilift 4,000kg; Hyster S7 Spacesaver; Linde H50 5,000kg; Toyota 3,500kg diesel; Jungheinrich lithium-ion
Auto Trader Plant Used JCB forklifts in Birmingham, from £10,000 + VAT
BestQuote Services VNA forklifts, Aisle-Master forklifts, Crown forklifts in Birmingham
Pricing Examples – Birmingham, UK (2026)
Model Specs Price / Rate Source
Toyota 3,500kg Counterbalance 4,700mm triple mast Hire from £125 per week Machinio
Used JCB Forklift Various models From £10,000 + VAT Auto Trader Plant
10 Tonne Diesel Counterbalance 2019 model, low hours ¥455,465 CNY (~£50,000) Machinio
Linde H50 5,000kg, hydraulic fork positioner, 5,000mm lift Contact dealer Machinio
Hyster 16,000kg Diesel, 3,750mm lift Contact dealer Machinio
Birmingham, Alabama, USA – Forklift Market
Birmingham, Alabama, is a significant hub for the material handling industry in the Southeast. As of March 2026, there are 34 forklift dealers in Alabama, with major concentrations in Montgomery and Mobile.
Major Forklift Dealers in Birmingham, AL
Dealer Location Brands / Specialization Key Services
Thompson Lift Truck 2264 Pinson Valley Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35217 Caterpillar, Crown, Mitsubishi, Jungheinrich, Kalmar, Capacity, Combilift, Hyundai (Georgia) New/used sales, rentals (daily/weekly/monthly), parts, service, OSHA-compliant operator training, financing
Thompson Tractor Company 2401 Pinson Highway, Birmingham, AL Caterpillar (full-line dealer) CAT forklifts, sales, rental, leasing, parts, service
Wiese USA 2547 Commerce Cir, Birmingham, AL 35217 Caterpillar, Mitsubishi, Jungheinrich, Trackmobile New/used forklifts, aerial lifts, reach trucks, high capacity forklifts, warehouse products, rentals; 70+ years experience
Springer Equipment Company 4263 Underwood Industrial Dr, Birmingham, AL 35210 Multi-brand Certified woman-owned forklift dealer; new and used forklift sales, service, parts, rentals, leasing; founded 1992
Forklift Systems Inc Birmingham, AL Multi-brand Forklift sales and service; 5.0-star rating
Recent Auction Sales – Birmingham, AL
Model Specs Sale Price Date
Toyota 8FGU18 800 lbs $5,720 May 21, 2025
Toyota 05-8FBM25T 5,000 lb capacity, 185″ 3-stage mast, battery-powered Contact dealer Current listing
Toyota 8FGCU25 Cushion-tire, indoor warehouse Auction Upcoming
Additional Services – Birmingham, AL
ThomasNet Suppliers: Multiple distributors of forklifts and material handling equipment in the Birmingham area
Southeast Pallet Rack: Material handling equipment supplier
Thompson Lift Truck Service: Preventive maintenance, on-site repairs, fast parts delivery across Alabama
Buying Considerations
1. New vs. Used
New forklifts offer the latest technology (lithium-ion, telematics) and full warranty. Used forklifts offer significant savings – examples include a Toyota 8FGU18 sold for $5,720 at auction in Birmingham, AL, and used JCB forklifts in Birmingham, UK from £10,000 + VAT.
2. Power Source
Electric: Zero emissions, quiet operation, ideal for indoor warehouses (Jungheinrich lithium-ion, Toyota electric)
Diesel: High torque for heavy outdoor applications (Hyster 16,000kg, 10-tonne diesel)
LPG/Gas: Cleaner than diesel, suitable for mixed indoor/outdoor (Toyota 3,500kg gas)
3. Key Specifications
Load capacity (1,000kg to 16,000kg+)
Lift height (2,500mm to 7,050mm)
Mast type (2-stage, 3-stage, triplex, container spec)
4. Rental Options
Birmingham, UK: Jungheinrich offers short-term rental up to 2 years; Stephenson‘s offers daily and long-term contract hire; Atlas Forklift offers weekly and longer rentals
Birmingham, AL: Thompson Lift Truck offers daily, weekly, and monthly terms
5. Training
OSHA-compliant operator training is available through Thompson Lift Truck in Birmingham, AL and Astro Mechanical Handling in Birmingham, UK.
6. Financing
Available through most dealers. Thompson Lift Truck offers flexible payment plans and leasing.
Summary
Birmingham offers a comprehensive forklift market in both the UK and USA:
Birmingham, UK is served by dealers including Jofson (Mitsubishi, Combilift, since 1977), West Mercia Fork Trucks (50+ years, depots in Oldbury, Telford, Coventry), Jungheinrich UK Ltd (1,500-truck rental fleet, short-term hire up to 2 years), Astro Mechanical Handling (Sutton Coldfield, used sales and training), Atlas Forklift (hire and servicing), Stephenson‘s Fork Trucks (rapid delivery), and Hamstead Plant (new CASE dealer as of 2026).
Birmingham, AL is served by Thompson Lift Truck (Caterpillar/Crown/Mitsubishi/Jungheinrich/Kalmar/Combilift, full-service with rentals and training), Thompson Tractor (full-line Caterpillar dealer), Wiese USA (70+ years, CAT/Mitsubishi/Jungheinrich), and Springer Equipment (woman-owned, founded 1992).
Pricing examples include a Toyota 3,500kg counterbalance in the UK from £125/week hire, used JCB forklifts from £10,000 + VAT, and a Toyota 8FGU18 sold at auction in Alabama for $5,720.
When buying, consider new vs. used, power source requirements, key specifications (capacity, lift height, mast type), rental options, training availability, and total cost of ownership – not just the purchase price.