Used Forklift Sales

Quality Used Forklifts for Your Business

Somerset Equipment Sales is an established dealer of preowned material handling equipment, providing vetted, ready-to-deploy forklifts to dealers and end users nationwide. Operating from a 70,000 sq. ft. Chicago facility and backed by over 50 years of combined industry experience, we source, inspect, and refurbish used forklifts to meet operational, safety, and financial requirements for warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing plants, and outdoor job sites.

Inventory and Equipment Types

• Counterbalanced forklifts (electric, LP/propane, diesel, and dual-fuel) with capacities from 3,000–33,000+ lb.
• Narrow aisle solutions: reach trucks, order pickers, turret trucks, and VNA units
• High-reach and high-capacity models for heavy manufacturing and steel/pipe handling
• Rough terrain forklifts and telehandlers for outdoor, uneven conditions
• Specialty units and attachments: side shifters, fork positioners, clamps, rotators, and carton clamps

Each unit listing includes make, model, year, hours, lifting capacity, mast type, fuel/drive type, attachments, and condition notes. Third-party inspection reports available on request.

Inspection, Refurbishment, and Compliance

All preowned units undergo a documented inspection and refurbishment process performed to applicable ANSI and OSHA guidelines. Service records, safety checks, and any required repairs or replacements are completed prior to sale. Optional third-party inspection and certification packages are available for transaction assurance and resale compliance.

Value Proposition

• Thoroughly documented condition and service history for each unit
• Competitive wholesale pricing with quantity and dealer discounts available
• Immediate availability from extensive indoor inventory to minimize downtime
• Nationwide and international logistics coordination, including export documentation
• Flexible commercial terms: purchase, finance, and leaseback options through established partners
• Applications and Buyer Profiles
• Warehouse operators optimizing throughput and racking density
• Third-party logistics providers scaling seasonal capacity
• Contractors and rental houses replenishing fleets with reliable used assets
• Manufacturers replacing depreciated units or adding high-capacity lift capability

Search Our Inventory

Search our current inventory to view available makes, models, capacities, hours, and equipment condition. Detailed specification sheets and photographs accompany each listing. If a specific configuration is not available, our sourcing team will locate compatible units to meet technical and budgetary requirements.

Request a Quote

Request a tailored quote by providing desired make/model, capacity, lift height, attachments, delivery location, and intended use. Quotes include itemized pricing, delivery and handling options, available warranties, and recommended service packages.

Why Somerset Equipment Sales

• Established presence since 2006 with deep material handling expertise
• 70,000 sq. ft. indoor inventory and rapid fulfillment capability
• Members of MHEDA and ELFA, adhering to industry best practices
• Transparent documentation, refurbishment processes, and commercial terms
• End-to-end support: equipment selection, inspection, logistics, and aftermarket service