Pallet + ride + stack.
Also referred to as fork truck.
Weight of vehicle (and operator) behind the front wheels of truck counterbalances weight of the load (and weight of vehicle beyond front wheels); front wheels act as fulcrum or pivot point.
Rated capacity reduced for load centers greater than 24 in; and lift heights greater than 13 ft.

Workhorses of material handling because of their flexibility: indoor/outdoor operation over a variety of different surfaces; variety of load capacities available; and variety of attachments available—fork attachments can replace the forks (e.g., carton clamps) or enhance the capabilities of the forks (e.g., blades for slipsheets).

(a) Sit-Down Counterbalanced Lift Truck
Operator sits down.
12-13 ft. minimum aisle width requirement.

(b) Stand-Up Counterbalanced Lift Truck
Operator stands up, giving vehicle narrow-aisle capability.
9-11 ft. minimum aisle width requirement.
Faster loading/unloading time compared to NA straddle and reach trucks.