Heavy-duty pallet jacks and pallet trucks — manual hand pallet jacks, electric powered pallet jacks, and pallet jack accessories. 5,500 lb capacity standard, up to 6,600 lb heavy duty. Standard 27" x 48" forks and narrow / extended fork options. Hydraulic lift to 8" or 8.5" lift height. Stocked at our Mansfield, TX facility.
Compare manual and electric pallet jacks by capacity, fork dimensions, lift height, and best application. Standard pallet jacks handle 5,500 lb on 27"x48" forks; heavy-duty up to 6,600 lb.
| Type | Capacity | Fork Size | Lift Height | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Manual Pallet Jack | 5,500 lb | 27" x 48" | ~8" | General warehouse, retail back room |
| Heavy Duty Manual | 6,600 lb | 27" x 48" | ~8.5" | Heavy manufacturing, distribution |
| Narrow Fork Manual | 5,500 lb | 20.5" or 21" x 48" | ~8" | Narrow aisle warehouse, retail |
| Extended Fork Manual | 5,500 lb | 27" x 60" | ~8" | Long load handling, oversized pallets |
| Low Profile Manual | 4,400 lb | 27" x 48" | ~6.5" | Low-clearance trailers, half-pallets |
| Electric Pallet Jack | 3,300 to 6,600 lb | 27" x 48" | ~8" | High-frequency moves, reduces operator fatigue |
| Pallet Jack Stop | n/a (accessory) | n/a | n/a | Prevents pallet jack roll-away on inclines |
The pallet jack rating must exceed your heaviest expected pallet load. Add 25 percent headroom. Most U.S. warehouses use 5,500 lb pallet jacks as standard. Heavy distribution and manufacturing use 6,600 lb.
27 inches wide is the U.S. standard pallet fork width, fitting standard 48x40 GMA pallets. Narrow 20-21 inches for tight aisles or smaller pallets. Measure your typical pallet width before ordering.
Manual pallet jacks are lower cost, no charging, no maintenance — best for low-frequency moves (under 20 pallets/day). Electric for high-frequency operations — reduces operator fatigue and injury risk, faster moves, but higher cost and requires charging.
The pallet jack stop is a critical accessory for any operation with inclines or dock-side use. The stop prevents the pallet jack from rolling away when parked. Cheap insurance against accidents and damaged equipment. Watch the video above.
Need help spec'ing a pallet jack fleet or comparing manual vs electric ROI? Contact CasterHQ for fleet quotes.
The pallet jack stop is a small accessory that prevents pallet jacks from rolling away when parked on inclines or dock plates. Critical for any warehouse with inclines or dock work.
CasterHQ stocks 37 pallet jack configurations — manual standard, manual narrow, manual extended fork, manual low profile, electric, and pallet jack stops/accessories — at our Mansfield, TX facility. Most pallet jacks ship LTL freight; accessories ship FedEx Ground same/next day.
The U.S. standard is 5,500 lb (2,500 kg). Heavy-duty manufacturing and distribution often use 6,600 lb (3,000 kg).
27 inches wide x 48 inches long fits the standard 48x40 GMA pallet used across U.S. distribution. Narrow forks (20-21 inches) and extended forks (60 inches) are available for non-standard pallets.
Manual: lower cost, no charging, simple maintenance — best for under 20 pallet moves per day. Electric: reduces operator fatigue, faster, higher capacity in long moves — required for 50+ moves per day.
Standard pallet jacks lift about 8 inches — just enough to clear the floor for moving. Low-profile pallet jacks lift about 6.5 inches for low-clearance trailers and half-pallets.
A pallet jack stop is a wedge or block accessory that prevents the pallet jack from rolling away when parked on inclines or near dock edges. Critical safety accessory in any warehouse with inclines.
Pallet jacks can be used briefly outdoors (dock plates, loading docks). Sustained outdoor use isn't recommended — exposure to weather corrodes hydraulics. For outdoor pallet handling, use pneumatic-tire pallet trucks.
Standard manual pallet jack: about 175-200 lb. Heavy-duty: 220-240 lb. Electric: 400-700 lb depending on battery. The weight matters when shipping or transferring between facilities.
Manual: lubricate hydraulic pump quarterly, inspect wheels for wear, replace fluid every 2-3 years. Electric: charge battery as specified, hydraulic service annually, wheel replacement as needed. Basic maintenance keeps a pallet jack running 5-10 years.
Yes — pallet jack wheels are standard sizes (steering wheels typically 7"x2", load rollers 3"x4-3/4"). Browse our caster wheels collection for replacement options.
Most pallet jacks ship LTL freight within 1-3 business days from our Mansfield, TX facility with 24-72 hour transit to most U.S. metros. Accessories and pallet jack stops ship FedEx Ground same or next business day.
