Brisbane's industrial corridor between Eagle Farm, Acacia Ridge, and Wacol is home to more than 60 forklift dealers, making it one of Australia's most active markets for material handling equipment. Whether you need a new electric warehouse truck, a heavy-duty diesel unit, or a certified pre-owned forklift, the Brisbane area offers extensive options and strong service support.
Major Forklift Dealers in Brisbane
Dealer Brands / Specialization Location Key Services
TMHA Brisbane (Toyota) Toyota, BT, Raymond 20 Radius Drive, Larapinta, QLD 4110 New/used sales, hire, repairs, servicing, genuine parts, factory-trained technicians
Adaptalift Group Hyster, Yale, Combilift, Aislemaster, JCB (exclusive Australian distributor for Hyster/Yale) 11 Lombank St, Acacia Ridge, QLD 4110 New/used sales, hire, service, parts; family-owned dealer since 1982
Clark Equipment Clark forklifts, Omega heavy forklifts 85-89 Colebard Street West, Acacia Ridge, QLD 4110 Sales, hire, parts, service; 20 locations across Australia
Forkbiz Pty Ltd Hyundai Forklifts, EP Forklifts 1756 Ipswich Rd, Rocklea, QLD 4106 New/used sales, service, parts; one of Brisbane's most respected forklift companies
Eureka Forklifts Multi-brand used forklifts (Toyota, Hyster, TCM, Raymond, Yale, BT, Nichiyu) 86 Delta St, Geebung, QLD 4034 Used forklift sales, parts, service; almost 30 years experience in SE Qld
Crown Equipment Crown electric forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers Acacia Ridge, QLD New/approved used machines with full warranty
Linde Material Handling Linde electric and diesel forklifts Wacol, QLD New/used sales, service, parts
Hyster-Yale Hyster, Yale Rocklea, QLD New/approved used machines with full warranty
Hubtex Australia Narrow-aisle and long-load handling equipment Brisbane branch Specialist provider of materials handling solutions
All Lift Forklifts Magni Telehandlers (exclusive Australian distributor), CVS Ferrari, Bomaq Brisbane, Gold Coast Forklift and access hire and sales nationwide
MLA Complete Forklift Solutions Gas, diesel, petrol, battery electric forklifts Brisbane branch Sales, rental, service nationwide across 8 branches
United Equipment Engine-powered and battery electric forklifts Brisbane branch Sales and hire; 1–65 tonne capacity range
Lencrow Forklifts Rough terrain, electric, all-terrain forklifts Brisbane branch Australia's largest independent forklift supplier
DJJ Equipment Multi-brand forklifts and wheel loaders 65-67 Beal Street, Meadowbrook, QLD 4131 Quality machinery sales and service
2026 New Forklift Models Available in Brisbane
Model Type Capacity Price / Notes Source
Toyota Full Range Electric / LPG / Diesel 1.0–8.0 t New TMHA Brisbane branch at Larapinta TMHA Brisbane
Clark L25XE Crossover Electric 2.5 t Diesel-like performance in wet/demanding conditions Clark Equipment
Clark S40–55 Series Diesel / LPG 4.0–5.5 t Built for Australia's toughest worksites Clark Equipment
Hyster J2.5XN Electric 2.5 t Compact electric counterbalance Adaptalift
Yale Electric / LPG / Diesel Various Exclusive Australian distributor Adaptalift
Hyundai Electric / LPG / Diesel Various Available through Forkbiz Forkbiz
EP Forklifts Electric Various Available through Forkbiz Forkbiz
Linde Electric / Diesel Various Available through Linde Wacol Linde
Crown Electric Various Available through Crown Acacia Ridge Crown
Magni Telehandlers Rough Terrain Various Exclusive Australian distributor All Lift Forklifts
Used Forklift Market – Brisbane (2026)
The Brisbane second-hand forklift market in 2026 is active, with a serviceable 2.5-tonne diesel or LPG unit between five and ten years old costing approximately $18,000 to $42,000. Buyers can typically negotiate $3,000 to $8,000 off advertised pricing on used units.
Recent Used Listings (2026)
Model Specs Price (AUD) Source
Clark 5 Ton C50SL Container mast LPG with side shift and fork positioning $32,000 + GST Eureka Forklifts
Hyster H2.50DX 2.5 ton LPG, 4.5m mast, side shift, 7,211 hours $16,500 + GST Eureka Forklifts
Hyster 2.5 Ton LPG, 4.5m mast, side shift Contact dealer Machinio
Konecranes SMV25-1200C 25,000kg capacity, 4,000mm lift height Contact dealer United Equipment
Bendi Articulated Very narrow aisle forklifts Competitively priced Bendi Australia
JAC CPCD30 Diesel counterbalanced, 4,100 kg Auction Grays (Dalby, QLD)
2026 Price Guide – Forklifts in Brisbane
Forklift Type Price Range (AUD) Notes
New LPG / Diesel Counterbalance (2.5t) $48,000 – $90,000+ With side-shift, fork positioners, container masts, or lithium-ion electrics
New Electric Counterbalance $25,000 – $70,000 Lithium-ion models command premium
New 2.5t LPG (entry-level) ~$48,000 Basic configuration
Used 2.5t (5–10 years old) $18,000 – $42,000 Serviceable diesel or LPG unit
Used 2.5t (dealer) $18,000 – $42,000 Brisbane market average
Used Clark 5t LPG ~$32,000 + GST Container mast with side shift
Used Hyster 2.5t LPG ~$16,500 + GST 7,211 hours, 4.5m mast
Electric Demand Trend N/A Electric forklift demand has overtaken internal combustion in indoor warehousing
Where to Find Forklifts in Brisbane
Authorized Dealers
TMHA Brisbane: 20 Radius Drive, Larapinta, QLD 4110 – (07) 3845 0200
Adaptalift Group: 11 Lombank St, Acacia Ridge, QLD 4110 – 13 22 54
Clark Equipment: 85-89 Colebard Street West, Acacia Ridge, QLD 4110 – 07 3712 1800
Forkbiz: 1756 Ipswich Rd, Rocklea, QLD 4106 – 07 3277 3270
Eureka Forklifts: 86 Delta St, Geebung, QLD 4034 – (07) 3865 1205
Online Marketplaces and Auction Platforms
Machinio: New and used forklifts
Eureka Forklifts: Used forklifts, order pickers, reach trucks
Grays Online: Used forklift auctions (e.g., JAC CPCD30 in Dalby)
Adaptalift: New and used equipment
IndustrySearch: Compare diesel and petrol forklift suppliers
United Equipment: Heavy forklifts up to 65 tonnes
Buying Considerations in Brisbane
1. Dealer Concentration
Brisbane's major industrial suburbs host key dealers: Larapinta (TMHA Toyota), Acacia Ridge (Adaptalift, Clark Equipment, Crown), Rocklea (Forkbiz, Hyster-Yale), Wacol (Linde), and Geebung (Eureka Forklifts). The Brisbane area hosts more than 60 forklift dealers.
2. New vs. Used
New forklifts offer the latest technology (lithium-ion, telematics) and full warranty – a new 2.5-tonne LPG counterbalance starts near $48,000** and can exceed **$90,000 with options. Used forklifts offer significant savings – a serviceable 2.5-tonne unit between five and ten years old costs $18,000–$42,000. Buyers can typically negotiate $3,000 to $8,000 off advertised pricing on used units.
3. Power Source Selection
Electric: Zero emissions, ideal for indoor warehouses. Electric forklift demand has overtaken internal combustion in Brisbane's indoor warehousing, driven by cold storage growth in Rocklea and Pinkenba.
Diesel: High torque for heavy outdoor applications.
LPG: Cleaner than diesel, suitable for mixed indoor/outdoor use.
4. Brisbane's Electric Trend
Brisbane is one of the few Australian capitals where electric forklift demand has overtaken internal combustion in indoor warehousing. If buying for indoor work, factor in charging infrastructure costs, battery replacement cycles, and floor-loading impact on rack legs.
5. Dealer vs. Private Sale
Buying from a Queensland-licensed dealer provides protection: they must supply a pre-delivery inspection report, a current log book, and proof that structural modifications meet AS 2359.2-2013. Under Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (Qld), the person conducting a business is liable for any defect that injures a worker.
6. Licensing Requirements
Forklift operators require a High Risk Work Licence (LF class) issued under Queensland WHS laws. Order pickers require TLILIC0004, and boom-type trucks require TLILIC0005.
7. Rental Options
Most major dealers offer flexible short-term and long-term hire. Adaptalift provides rentals in Brisbane. United Equipment offers hire from 1 to 65 tonnes.
8. Service and Support
TMHA Brisbane has factory-trained technicians using genuine Toyota parts. Clark Equipment employs approximately 450 people across 20 locations. Eureka Forklifts has almost 30 years experience in SE Qld.
9. Financing
Available through most dealers. Forkbiz offers flexible financing with direct bank communication.
Summary
Brisbane's forklift market in 2026 is served by more than 60 dealers across the industrial corridor, with major players including TMHA Brisbane (Toyota, Larapinta), Adaptalift Group (Hyster/Yale/Combilift/JCB exclusive, Acacia Ridge), Clark Equipment (Acacia Ridge), Forkbiz (Hyundai/EP, Rocklea), Eureka Forklifts (used equipment specialist, Geebung), Crown (Acacia Ridge), Linde (Wacol), All Lift Forklifts (Magni telehandlers exclusive), and United Equipment (1–65 tonne capacity). New 2.5-tonne LPG counterbalance forklifts start near $48,000** and can exceed **$90,000 with options. Used 2.5-tonne forklifts (5–10 years old) range from $18,000 to $42,000. Specific used listings include a Clark 5-ton C50SL at $32,000 + GST** and a **Hyster H2.50DX** at **$16,500 + GST. Electric forklift demand has overtaken internal combustion in Brisbane's indoor warehousing. When buying, consider new vs. used, power source requirements, dealer service proximity, licensing requirements, and total cost of ownership – not just the purchase price.