The right attachment turns one forklift into a machine that can push, pull, clamp, rotate, and side-shift almost any load. Explore attachments and get free quotes on sale or rental.
Shift forks left and right without moving the truck for faster, precise placement.
Get a quote →Hydraulically adjust the spacing between forks to fit different pallet sizes on the fly.
Get a quote →Handle pallet-free cartons and cased goods by clamping from the sides.
Get a quote →Handle rolls of paper vertically or horizontally without damaging the product.
Get a quote →Safely lift, move, and pour 55-gallon drums and barrels.
Get a quote →Rotate or invert loads up to 360° for dumping, pouring, and repositioning.
Get a quote →Extend existing forks to safely handle longer or oversized loads.
Get a quote →Move two or more pallets at once to double throughput.
Get a quote →Handle loads on slip sheets instead of pallets to cut cost and save space.
Get a quote →Handle baled, non-palletized products like cotton, wool, and recycled materials.
Get a quote →Clamp the top of a load for safe, stable transport over rough surfaces.
Get a quote →Extending forks that reach across to load or unload from one side of a truck.
Get a quote →Approved elevated platforms for safe temporary work at height.
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A forklift with the right attachment stops being a simple pallet mover and becomes a versatile handling machine. Attachments let a single lift truck push, pull, clamp, rotate, side-shift, and place almost any load — often eliminating pallets, reducing product damage, and dramatically improving cycle times. For many operations, adding the correct attachment is far cheaper and more flexible than buying specialized equipment.
The most common attachments fall into a few families. Positioning attachments like side shifters and fork positioners help operators align and place loads faster without repositioning the truck. Clamping attachments — carton clamps, paper roll clamps, drum clamps, and bale clamps — handle products that don't sit on pallets. Rotating attachments dump and reorient loads, while push-pull units replace pallets with inexpensive slip sheets. Specialty attachments like telescopic forks, load stabilizers, and work platforms solve specific handling and access challenges.
Two things matter before you buy any attachment. First, fitment: attachments mount to your forklift's carriage, so the carriage class, width, and hydraulic setup determine compatibility — the dealers we connect you with will confirm this for your specific truck. Second, capacity: every attachment adds weight and shifts the load center, which reduces the forklift's rated capacity. OSHA also requires operator retraining whenever an attachment is added. A qualified dealer will calculate the derated capacity and ensure your setup is safe and compliant. Our OSHA certification guide covers the training rules.
You don't always have to buy. Many dealers rent attachments, which makes sense when you only need a specific function for a single project or season. Whether you want to buy new, buy used, or rent, request a free quote and we'll match you with dealers who carry the attachment you need and can confirm it fits your forklift.