A kind of machine that is specially utilized to unload and load heavy, big freight containers is called a container forklift. They are utilized to shuttle freight off and on truck beds, trains and ships. Container forklifts are the most sturdy and biggest kinds of forklifts manufactured. They have to be extremely maneuverable on terrain which is uneven and have enough power and torque to safely lift bulky containers. They normally have large pneumatic tires and heavy-duty diesel engines.
A container forklift, like all kinds of forklift, utilizes forks to be able to raise the containers. Forks must be positioned to ensure the load is secure during transport. Various container forklift models are only designed to raise the containers several meters off the ground. Other container handlers utilize a different technique for lifting containers to greater heights. A container handler utilizes a device affixed to the front of the vehicle to clamp down on either end of the container like jaws. The machinery is counterbalanced with weights to be able to maintain stability.
The main purpose of a container forklift is to lift and transport containers. Standard forklifts do not have sufficient reach for working in ports. The forks are rated based on the maximum weight they can handle. The capabilities of the forklift should be posted prominently in the cockpit and should never be exceeded.