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Assessing used forklifts for sale requires a meticulous process, starting with hour meters—10,000-15,000 hours indicate 7-10 years’ use, with electrics holding 20,000 potential versus IC’s 12,000—correlating to $2,000-$4,000 maintenance history. Tire evaluation demands 2/32-inch tread depth on pneumatics, costing $400-$1,200 per set if below, while hydraulic cylinders are pressure-tested for 1-2% drift, flagging $1,500 rebuilds if leaky. Load capacity, certified at 3,000-15,000 pounds, undergoes 90% stress tests, with mast verticality checked via laser (within 0.5 degrees) to avoid $2,000 realignment. Frame integrity, probed for 10% rust penetration, and chain stretch under 3% ensure structural soundness, while cabin ergonomics—seat wear, controls—impact $500 refurb costs. Service logs, via CMMS, confirm oil changes and filter swaps, with missing records cutting value 15%. Market prices, $10,000-$35,000 for 5,000-pound units, reflect 50% of new $20,000-$50,000 baselines, with 6-12 month warranties from dealers like Liftparts adding $1,000. Resale potential, 40-60% after 3 years, hinges on brand (Toyota 55% vs. generic 35%), guiding $5,000-$15,000 investments with 18-month ROI.