Lift King is a Canadian forklift manufacturer renowned for its heavy-duty rough terrain and telescopic forklifts [10†L10-L11][10†L2-L3]. Founded in 1969, the company is headquartered in Ontario and has over 10,000 units operating worldwide [2†L16-L17][10†L7]. Lift King specializes in equipment for construction, agriculture, military, lumber yards, and oil/gas industries [6†L4-L5][10†L13-L14][10†L17-L18].
Product Lineup
MC Series (Compact)
The MC Series is Lift King's compact, efficient forklift for operations that don't require a full-size machine [5†L2-L4]. It features a Tier 4 diesel engine, full-time 4WD, hydraulic transmission with electric power shift, and a clearview roller mast with dual chains [5†L9-L11]. Capacity: 6,000–8,000 lbs. Lift height: up to 21 ft [5†L7-L8].
M Series (Rough Terrain)
The M Series is Lift King's flagship rough terrain line, the result of 55 years of continuous improvement [6†L2-L4]. It features a Tier 4 Turbo Diesel engine, 4-speed Syncromesh transmission, 2WD and 4WD options, and a 2-wheel steer with tight turning radius [6†L9-L11]. Capacity: 6,000–20,000 lbs. Lift height: up to 30 ft [6†L8-L9].
AG Series (Agricultural)
The AG Series is designed for agricultural applications with a focus on light weight and compact dimensions for narrow field rows and tight operations [7†L2-L4]. It features a Tier 4 Turbo Diesel engine and 4-speed Syncromesh transmission [7†L10-L11]. Capacity: 6,000 lbs. Lift height: up to 28 ft [7†L9-L10].
P Series (Construction)
The P Series is Lift King's heavy-duty construction line, available in higher capacity configurations [1†L13-L14]. Power/fuel type: diesel. Capacity: 20,000–30,000 lbs. Horsepower: 142 hp [1†L15-L16].
Telescopic Forklifts (LK Series)
Lift King offers telescopic (telehandler) forklifts for high-reach material handling in construction, farming, and rental fleets [8†L21-L25]. Key models include the LK1248R (12,000 lb capacity, 48 ft lift height, 31.5 ft forward reach, 26,940 lb operating weight) [8†L27-L35][11†L16-L18] and the LK150R (15,000 lb capacity, 26.25 ft lift height, 24.94 ft forward reach, 28,840 lb operating weight) [9†L8-L12]. Both feature Perkins diesel engines and powershift transmissions [8†L26-L27][9†L8][9†L13].
Key Features
Lift King forklifts share several common features across their product lines:
Heavy-duty clearview roller mast with dual chains
Hydraulic mast side shift
FOPS operator compartment
Full-color customizable digital display
Tilt steering column with anti-restart ignition
Oil-cooled submerged disc brakes
LED lighting (headlights, tail lights, reverse lights, turn signals)
Dual external side view mirrors
1 Year / 2,000 hours limited warranty (2-year engine warranty) [5†L20][6†L26-L27][7†L27]
Dealer Network and Service
Lift King has dealers worldwide, including authorized distributors like Wajax across Canada and Aerial Lift Service Co. in the U.S. [2†L10-L11][2†L21-L23]. Wajax provides 24/7/365 support for repairs, replacement parts, maintenance, and field services [10†L14-L15].
The bottom line: Lift King forklifts are a Canadian-built specialist in rough terrain and telescopic material handling. With over 10,000 units operating worldwide and 55+ years of innovation, the lineup includes the MC Series (6,000–8,000 lbs), M Series (6,000–20,000 lbs), AG Series (6,000 lbs), P Series (20,000–30,000 lbs), and telescopic LK models (12,000–15,000 lbs, 26–48 ft lift height). Key features include Tier 4 diesel engines, clearview masts, and 2WD/4WD options. Supported by a global dealer network including Wajax in Canada, Lift King forklifts are built for demanding construction, agricultural, military, and industrial applications.