Manual Pallet Jack | Hand Pallet Truck (Hydraulic) for Warehouses & Stores

About Manual Pallet Jack | Hand Pallet Truck (Hydraulic) for Warehouses & Stores

A manual pallet jack, also called a hand pallet truck, uses a hand-operated hydraulic pump to lift the forks a few inches and then moves palletized goods over short, level distances. It is a low-cost workhorse in warehouses, supermarkets, factory workshops, loading docks and retail backrooms, with standard capacities around 2,000 to 3,000 kg. Fork length and width must match the pallets, and wheel material is chosen for the floor, with PU for smooth indoor floors and nylon for harder industrial surfaces.

How to Choose

  • Load capacity: commonly 2,000 to 3,000 kg, with a safety margin above your heaviest pallet
  • Fork length and width to fit your pallets, for example 1,150 or 1,220 mm
  • Wheel material: PU for quiet indoor floors, nylon for heavy industrial use
  • Lowered fork height and lift stroke for dock and rack clearance
  • Special options: stainless steel, built-in weighing scale or low-profile models

FAQ

Q: What is a manual pallet jack used for?
A: It lifts pallets just off the floor with a hydraulic pump and moves them over short distances in warehouses, stores, workshops and loading areas.

Q: How much weight can it carry?
A: Common models handle 2,000 to 3,000 kg, with heavy-duty versions up to about 5,000 kg; always choose a rating above your heaviest pallet.

Q: What fork size do I need?
A: Standard forks are around 1,150 mm long and 550 mm wide for European pallets, or 1,220 mm long and 685 mm wide for US-style pallets.

Q: What wheels should I choose?
A: PU wheels are quiet and floor-friendly for indoor use, nylon wheels are harder and suit rough industrial floors, and stainless steel versions handle wet or corrosive environments.