In our region, a standard 3,000 to 15,500 lb forklift rents for $165 to $462 a day, $380 to $1,618 a week, or $1,057 to $4,040 for 4 weeks, depending on capacity, fuel type, and tire type. The most common warehouse size, a 5,000 lb forklift, runs $183 to $208 a day.
Last updated 2026-10-29. Rates are our standard 2026 rates; delivery, tax, and any fees are quoted separately.
Our standard day, week, and 4-week rates. The rental desk confirms availability and delivery when you request a quote.
| Equipment | Day | Week | 4 Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric · indoor | |||
| 3,000 lb electric (4- or 3-wheel) | $165 | $428 | $1,199 |
| 4,000 lb electric stand-up counterbalance | $193 | $574 | $1,698 |
| 5,000 lb electric cushion | $183 | $502 | $1,441 |
| 6,000 lb electric | $208 | $537 | $1,592 |
| 8,000 lb electric | $248 | $687 | $1,742 |
| LP cushion · indoor & dock | |||
| 3,000–3,500 lb LP cushion | $185 | $380 | $1,057 |
| 5,000 lb LP cushion | $196 | $449 | $1,280 |
| 6,000 lb LP cushion | $208 | $534 | $1,517 |
| 8,000 lb LP cushion | $259 | $675 | $1,857 |
| 10,000 lb LP cushion | $266 | $698 | $1,956 |
| Pneumatic · outdoor & yard | |||
| 5,000 lb LP pneumatic | $208 | $542 | $1,448 |
| 8,000 lb pneumatic | $260 | $776 | $1,935 |
| 10,000 lb diesel pneumatic | $298 | $891 | $2,224 |
| 15,500 lb diesel or LP pneumatic | $423 | $1,618 | $4,040 |
| Reach trucks, pallet jacks & stackers | |||
| Stand-up reach truck | $193 | $574 | $1,592 |
| Electric pallet jack — 4,500 lb walkie | $150 | $322 | $697 |
| Walkie stacker — 3,000 lb | $175 | $352 | $769 |
Forklift rental pricing is simple once you know the three levers: capacity and fuel type (what machine you need), duration (day, week, or 4 weeks), and delivery (how far we are hauling it). Below are our standard 2026 rates, followed by what moves the number and when renting beats buying.
These are our standard 2026 rates for each class, from the smallest to the largest size we rent. Delivery, damage waiver, tax, and any fees are quoted separately.
| Forklift class | Day | Week | 4 Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric, 3,000–8,000 lb (indoor warehouse) | $165–$296 | $428–$743 | $1,199–$1,905 |
| LP cushion, 3,000–15,500 lb (indoor/dock) | $185–$462 | $380–$1,373 | $1,057–$3,672 |
| LP or diesel pneumatic, 3,000–15,500 lb (yard) | $196–$423 | $403–$1,618 | $1,091–$4,040 |
| Large diesel pneumatic, 22,000–31,000 lb | $888–$1,107 | $2,660–$3,316 | $6,645–$8,277 |
| Stand-up reach truck | $193 | $574 | $1,592 |
| Electric pallet jack / walkie stacker | $150–$196 | $322–$372 | $697–$824 |
Rent by the day for a one- or two-day task, by the week once you are past about three days, and on the 4-week rate once you are past about three weeks. Because the 4-week rate costs about the same as three weeks, a month-long job almost always costs less on the 4-week rate than on separate weeks. When in doubt, tell the rental desk how long you need it and ask which term is cheaper.
A good rule of thumb: if you will use a forklift more than about 200 days a year, buying or leasing usually wins on cost. Below that, renting is the smarter money. Rent when you have a short project, a seasonal peak, a new line that has not proven out yet, or a unit down for service. You avoid the capital outlay, the maintenance, and the depreciation, and you can return the machine the day the job ends.
The rental is equipment only. It arrives service-checked and ready to run, and we walk your team through startup on delivery. Operators are not included, and your team should be trained and certified for the machine. If you need training, we can point you in the right direction.
Want the exact number for your job? Get a quote below and the rental desk confirms availability, delivery, and a delivery window.
A standard 5,000 lb warehouse forklift is $183 a day electric, $196 a day LP cushion, or $208 a day LP pneumatic. Larger diesel units and specialty machines cost more. A day rental also carries delivery and pickup, so a job of three days or more is usually cheaper on the weekly rate.
Plan on $380 to $553 a week for a common 3,000 to 6,000 lb forklift, with the exact rate set by capacity, fuel type, and tire type. The weekly rate is about two and a half to three times the daily, so a week costs far less than five separate days.
A common 3,000 to 6,000 lb forklift runs $1,057 to $1,592 for 4 weeks. The 4-week rate is about three times the weekly, so if you need the machine for more than about three weeks, ask for the 4-week rate.
No. Delivery and pickup are quoted separately based on distance, and they are shown as line items on your quote rather than hidden in the headline rate. Ask for the delivered price so you can compare fairly.
An optional damage waiver, taxes, and any environmental or fuel fees. We show each of these on your exact quote. The rental itself is equipment only, with no operator included.
Our standard rates are based on single-shift use, up to 8 hours a day and 5 days a week. Running two or three shifts, or more hours than that, is priced higher. Tell the rental desk your schedule and they will quote the right rate.
Rent when you will use the forklift fewer than about 200 days a year, for a short project, a seasonal peak, or a unit that is down for service. Buy or lease when utilization is high and steady. The 200-day mark is the rough break-even for most facilities.
Most rentals require proof of general liability insurance, and you can add a damage waiver to cover the machine itself. The rental desk will tell you exactly what is needed when you request a quote.
Yes. Electric cushion warehouse forklifts are usually the least expensive to rent, LP and diesel pneumatic yard trucks cost more, and specialty and high-capacity machines are higher still.
Rentals are priced by the day, week, or 4 weeks rather than by the hour. For a very short job, a one-day rental plus delivery is the smallest option, and the rental desk can help you decide whether a day or a week is the better value.
Same-day or next-day where equipment and transport are available in our branch metros, and typically next-day in the longer-haul delivery areas. The rental desk confirms availability and a delivery window on your quote.
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