
Toyota · Electric counterbalance forklifts
2019 1.8t Toyota 8FBE18 3-Wheel Electric Forklift with 6.0m Lift
From$20,888ex GST
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This 1.8t Toyota 3-wheel electric forklift pairs a high 6.0 metre lift with a brand new 2026 battery, suited to warehouses and distribution centres that need to reach elevated racking. The three-wheel configuration gives a tight turning circle for close-quarters work.
It has a 1.8 tonne capacity, side shift for accurate pallet placement, and 2,423 recorded hours, which is low use. The forklift has a brand new paint job, a recent service and safety inspection, and all lights and beacons fitted.
Priced at $20,888 ex GST, it comes with a minimum 12-month warranty, with extensions to five years available at additional cost. It is located in Somerton, with Australia-wide delivery, trade-ins and finance available.
Specifications
- Make / Model
- Toyota Three-Wheel Electric
- Load Capacity
- 1.8 tonnes
- Lift Height
- 6.0 metres
- Configuration
- Three-Wheel Electric Counterbalance
- Power Type
- Electric
- Battery
- Brand new 2026 battery
- Recorded Hours
- 2,423
- Turning radius
- Ask us
- Aisle width
- Ask us
Features and condition
- Side Shift
- Lights & Beacons
- PaintworkBrand new paint
- ConditionRecent service and safety inspection
Comes with this forklift
- WarrantyMinimum 12 months; extensions to 5 years available (additional cost)
- Trade-InsTrade-Ins Welcome
- FinanceFinance Packages Available
- DeliveryAustralia-wide delivery available
- LocationSomerton, VIC
- Free6 Month Service
- FreePallet Jack
About this forklift
Additional Offers & Services
Every forklift offered by Buy A Fork is workshop-prepared before sale. This Toyota three-wheel electric forklift has a brand new 2026 battery, a brand new paint job, a recent service and safety inspection, and all lights and beacons fitted.
It comes with a minimum 12-month warranty, and warranty extensions to five years are available at an additional cost. Trade-ins are welcome, finance packages are available, and delivery can be arranged Australia-wide.
Features of the 1.8t Toyota 3-Wheel Electric Forklift
- 1.8 tonne lifting capacity for palletised warehouse loads.
- 6.0 metre lift height for reaching elevated racking.
- Three-wheel configuration for a tight turning circle in narrow aisles.
- Electric drivetrain for quiet operation and no exhaust emissions at the point of use.
- Brand new 2026 battery.
- Side shift for accurate horizontal pallet placement.
- 2,423 recorded hours, low use.
- Brand new paint job.
- Recent service and safety inspection.
- All lights and beacons fitted.
- Minimum 12-month warranty, with extensions to five years available.
- Trade-in, finance and Australia-wide delivery options available.
Why Choose This Forklift/ Applications
This Toyota three-wheel electric forklift suits warehouses, distribution centres and indoor storage sites that need to reach high racking with a compact machine.
The 6.0 metre lift accesses elevated pallet positions that lower-lift forklifts cannot reach, so a site can use more of its vertical storage. The three-wheel configuration gives a tighter turning circle than a comparable four-wheel forklift, which helps in narrow aisles and busy staging areas.
Electric operation suits indoor and enclosed spaces where emissions and noise matter, and the brand new 2026 battery removes the most common cost concern when buying a used electric forklift. Side shift speeds up pallet placement at height.
Advantages
- Toyota is a widely recognised forklift brand with strong parts and service support.
- 6.0 metre lift supports high warehouse racking.
- Three-wheel configuration improves manoeuvrability in tight spaces.
- Electric operation suits indoor and enclosed work areas.
- Brand new 2026 battery reduces the main ownership cost on a used electric forklift.
- Low recorded hours at 2,423.
- Side shift improves pallet alignment and reduces repositioning.
- Brand new paint and a recent service and safety inspection.
- All lights and beacons fitted for visibility and safety.
- Minimum 12-month warranty, with extensions to five years available.
Operator Training Requirements
Operators using this 1.8t Toyota electric forklift must hold a current LF high risk work licence and complete any required workplace induction.
Training should cover safe operation, correct side shift use, battery charging procedures, load capacity limits, and load stability when lifting towards the maximum 6.0 metre height. Lifting to greater heights increases the effect of load weight and load centre on stability, so rated limits must be followed.
Loads should be carried low during travel and only raised when the forklift is correctly positioned. Regular refresher training is recommended.
Regulatory Compliance
This Toyota forklift has had a recent service and safety inspection and has been prepared before sale. Pre-delivery preparation should include inspection of the mast, forks, lifting chains, hydraulics, steering, braking system, tyres, side shift, electrical components, charging connections and battery.
Buyers should complete a site-specific risk assessment and include the forklift in the workplace’s inspection, servicing and maintenance schedule. Servicing or compliance documentation can be requested from Buy A Fork for workplace records and audits.
Resale Value
Toyota forklifts hold strong demand in the Australian used market due to the brand’s reputation, parts availability and service support.
The 1.8 tonne capacity, high 6.0 metre lift, three-wheel electric configuration and side shift give this forklift a practical specification for indoor warehouse buyers. The brand new 2026 battery, low hours and recent service support its condition and resale position, provided the battery is correctly charged and maintained.
Return on Investment (ROI)
This Toyota forklift lets a warehouse use higher racking positions and increase storage capacity without expanding its footprint. Side shift reduces repositioning time when placing or retrieving pallets at height.
Electric operation avoids fuel costs and exhaust emissions at the point of use. The brand new 2026 battery removes a major near-term cost on a used electric forklift, and at $20,888 ex GST with low hours and a 12-month warranty, the machine offers a lower entry cost than buying new.
Maintenance & Support
This Toyota forklift has had a recent service and safety inspection to support dependable operation from day one. Ongoing maintenance should include regular checks of the mast, lifting chains, forks, hydraulics, side shift, steering, brakes, tyres, safety controls, electrical systems and battery connections.
The 2026 battery should be charged according to the recommended procedure, avoiding unnecessary partial charging, incorrect water levels where applicable, damaged charging leads and excessive discharge. Daily pre-start inspections should be completed before each shift, with operators reporting any faults before use. Buy A Fork can assist with parts and after-sales support, and the warranty terms should be confirmed at purchase.
Flexible Financing Options/Rental and Purchase Options
Finance packages are available for this 1.8t Toyota electric forklift, with repayments discussed against the buyer’s requirements and approval conditions.
Trade-ins are welcome for businesses replacing or upgrading equipment, assessed on make, model, age, hours, condition and specifications. The forklift is located in Somerton and can be inspected by appointment, with delivery available Australia-wide.
Questions about this forklift
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1. What is this Toyota forklift best suited for?
Indoor warehouses, distribution centres and storage sites that need to reach high racking with a compact electric forklift.
2. How high can it lift?
It has a maximum lift height of 6.0 metres, suited to elevated warehouse pallet racking.
3. How much can it lift?
It has a 1.8 tonne lift capacity.
4. What condition is the battery in?
It has a brand new 2026 battery, which removes the main cost concern when buying a used electric forklift.
5. Is 2,423 hours a lot for this forklift?
No. That is low use for a machine of this type.
6. Why choose a three-wheel forklift?
A three-wheel forklift has a tighter turning circle than a comparable four-wheel model, which helps in narrow aisles and confined spaces.
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Factory 2/802 Cooper St, Somerton
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Sit in the seat, lift something, and talk to the person who checked it. Call ahead and it will be ready and running when you arrive.
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