Lift and lower heavy loads with the push of a button—these trucks have a battery-powered hydraulic pump. They’re easier to use than manual lift trucks, since you don’t need to turn a crank or pump a pedal. You can also make finer height adjustments to position loads exactly where you need them. Two swivel casters at the rear of the lift truck make steering and pivoting easy. Adjust the width of the forks to fit pallets, skids, and other loads in many sizes.

Counterbalanced bases require a counterweight set (sold separately) to offset loads. Unlike straddle bases, they don’t have front-facing legs that can get in the way when you’re loading or unloading racks, trucks, or machinery.

Adjustable-width straddle bases have front-facing legs that sit on either side of your load for support. You can adjust the width to fit them around open and closed-bottom pallets. Those with a pivoting handle give you better leverage and control in tight spaces. The handle adjusts up or down.

Warning: Never use to lift people.

Skip the ramp—these battery-powered trucks lift cargo and then themselves into trailers to position pallets inside. With the press of a button, they raise loads from ground level to trailer height. Once the load is in place, manually retract the legs to move them out of the way, then press the button again to lift the truck inside the trailer. Engage the wheel brakes before lifting or lowering a load.

Warning: Never use to lift people.