How Fast Is Forklift?

Forklifts typically max out at 30 km/h — restricted by safety regulations rather than engineering. The world's fastest modified forklift hits 120 km/h. They are involved in more workplace incidents than any other machine.

Forklifts have most of their counterweight in the back to balance loads carried in front — a tipped forklift falls backwards onto the operator, killing more workers than any other machine type.

• 6× faster than walking
• Modified versions hit 120 km/h