Counterbalance trucks are the most common type of fork lift in use in the UK today and are the workhorse of most materials handling operations.
They come in a vast range of sizes and capacities from small, manoeuvrable electric 3 wheelers of 1000kg capacity through to huge 50,000kg capacity diesel machines. The most common are 2,500kg capacity diesel or LPG machines.
Truck Type |
Operator Experience |
Course Duration |
Delegates per course |
Counterbalance Trucks
B1 – up to 5000kg
B2 – 5001kg to 15000kg
B3 – 15001kg+
Rough Terrain Fixed Mast |
Novice |
5 Days |
Maximum of 3 |
Experienced |
3 Days |
Maximum of 3 |
Refresher |
1 Day |
Maximum of 3 |