Ship My Forklift
From warehouse forklifts to massive container handlers, the move ranges from a simple van load to a heavy open-deck haul. We match the trailer to the class.
Recommended trailer
Flatbed, step deck, or dry van (small)
Typical weight
3,000 – 100,000 lbs
Dimensions & fit
Warehouse forklifts can ride in a van; big lift trucks need open deck.
Oversize?
Usually ships legal
Get a quote to ship your forklift
Direct pricing from an open-deck specialist.
What affects the cost to ship a forklift
Lift capacity and weight class
Enclosed vs. open deck
Mast height
Distance
Why quote it direct?
Posting a forklift move to an online marketplace auctions it to the lowest bidder and leaves you managing whatever carrier wins. With IronHaul, one specialist prices the move, books a vetted open-deck carrier, and stays on the load until it’s delivered.
Also shipping other equipment?
Helpful guides before you ship
Real cost ranges, trailer selection, and permit basics for your forklift move.