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Forklift Models in this size we carry

Lowry

T360L

36,000 lb Capacity Forklift Rentals

A 36,000 lb forklift rental is an extreme-capacity industrial lift truck rated for 36,000 pounds (18 tons) at a 24-inch load center, hired for the heaviest steel, container, and machinery handling. Accurate Forklift rents inspected units across Georgia and the Southeast.

Renting at 36,000 lb suits specialized extreme-capacity projects requiring temporary equipment — eighteen tons of lifting for work that’s defined and time-limited. The 36,000 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.

What a 36,000 lb forklift rental is best for

Thirty-six thousand pounds — eighteen tons — handles the heaviest steel coils and plate, fully loaded containers, large machinery, and major structural assemblies for steel mills, ports, and the largest manufacturers. Very large diesel machines with massive counterweights and heavy-duty pneumatic tires.

TYPES OF 36000 LB FORKLIFTS WE HAVE AVAILABLE FOR RENT

Diesel

Forks

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 questions about load limits.

Forks (Not all sizes are available for each Forklift)

Pneumatic

Quick Specs
Spec 36,000 lb Class
Rated Capacity 36,000 lb (18 tons) at 24" load center
Common Power Types Diesel
Typical Lift Height 120"–200"
Best Environment Steel mills, ports, heavy industry
Common Tire Type Pneumatic (heavy-duty)

Brands in our rental fleet

At 36,000 lb our rental fleet commonly includes Hyster, Taylor, and Caterpillar. Every rental unit is inspected and serviced before it goes out. Current availability appears in the listings below.

Capacity & rental guidance 

At eighteen tons, every rental is an engineered solution. Working capacity is governed by load center, lift height, attachment, and mast setup, and the safe figure can be far below 36,000 lb depending on configuration. We work strictly from detailed load engineering. Every rental is inspected and delivery can be arranged across the Southeast.

What requires a 36,000 lb forklift rental?

The heaviest industrial handling — large steel coils and plate, loaded containers, big machinery, and major structural assemblies.

Is a 36,000 lb forklift an 18-ton machine?

Yes — 36,000 pounds equals 18 tons, among the highest-capacity conventional forklifts.

Are these rentals configured to the job?

Often — at this capacity machines are commonly matched to specific loads and environments; we source and verify accordingly.

Can an 18-ton forklift be rented?

Yes — specialized extreme-capacity rentals are available with full inspection. Call 770-692-1455.

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Accurate Forklift rents 36,000 lb forklifts across Georgia and the Southeast, with delivery available. Call 770-692-1455 to check current availability and rental rates.