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5,500 lb Capacity Forklift Rentals
A 5,500 lb forklift rental is a lift truck rated for 5,500 pounds at a 24-inch load center, hired when 5,000 lb is marginal but a 6,000 lb truck is more than the job needs. Accurate Forklift rents inspected units across Georgia and the Southeast.
Like other in-between sizes, 5,500 lb shines as a rental because owning one is rarely worthwhile — renting lets you match the precise load weight for the duration of a job. The 5,500 lb units available for rent are listed below, and availability changes as equipment goes out and comes back. If you need a specific fuel type, mast, or attachment that isn’t showing, call 770-692-1455 and ask for rentals.
TYPES OF 5500 LB FORKLIFTS WE HAVE AVAILABLE FOR RENT
Reach - Double / Single
Propane
Forks (Not all sizes are available for each Forklift)
48" Forks - 24" Load Center
72" Forks - 36" Load Center
96" Forks - 48" Load Center
Lifting weight beyond the posted load center of the forklift reduces the total lifting capacity of the forklift. Be sure and let us know if you have any questions about load limits.
Forks (Not all sizes are available for each Forklift)
Caster
Cushion
Cushion - Non Marking
Solid Tread - Pneumatic
Attachments (We have a limited number of attachments available. Only certain forklifts can handle the attachments)
Carpet Pole
Single - Double
Slip Sheet (Push / Pull)
Rotater
Box Clamp
If you have any questions about any of the attachments we have available or your application needs be sure and talk to our Rental Manager.
What a 5,500 lb forklift rental is best for
Five thousand five hundred pounds is an exact-fit rental for slightly heavier general handling — the range just above a standard 5,000 lb truck. Renters use it where loads consistently nudge past 5,000 lb but don’t justify stepping to 6,000.
Quick specs
| Spec | 5,500 lb class |
|---|---|
| Rated capacity | 5,500 lb at 24″ load center |
| Common power types | LP gas, diesel |
| Typical lift height | 130″ – 210″ |
| Best environment | Indoor and outdoor / dock |
| Common tire type | Pneumatic or cushion |
Brands in our rental fleet
At 5,500 lb our rental fleet commonly includes Toyota, Hyster, Yale. Every rental unit is inspected and serviced before it goes out. Current availability appears in the listings below.
Capacity & rental guidance
With a tight rating like 5,500 lb, lift height and load center quickly erode the usable figure. Share your worst-case load and lift height and we’ll confirm the rental holds up under your actual conditions. Every rental is inspected and delivery can be arranged across the Southeast.
FAQ
Why rent a 5,500 lb instead of a 5,000 lb forklift?
When your loads regularly edge just past 5,000 lb — the 5,500 lb rental gives that extra margin without moving up to a larger, costlier 6,000 lb truck.
Is a 5,500 lb forklift suitable for outdoor use?
With pneumatic tires, yes — it handles indoor and dock/yard work. We’ll spec accordingly.
Can I rent a 5,500 lb forklift short-term?
Yes — flexible daily, weekly, and monthly terms. Call 770-692-1455 for availability.
What fuel types are available?
Typically LP gas or diesel, matched to your environment and rental length.
Accurate Forklift rents 5,500 lb forklifts across Georgia and the Southeast, with delivery available. Call 770-692-1455 to check current availability and rental rates.