Diesel forklift rental – maximum power for your outdoor work

Powerful, durable, reliable: wherever loads beyond the 3-tonne mark are moved, where shift operation leaves no time for charging breaks and where rain, dust and uneven yards are part of everyday life, the diesel forklift is the right choice. At Luibl Rental you can rent diesel forklifts with load capacities of 3 to 18 tonnes, lift heights of over 6 metres and valid inspections and tests. Delivery throughout Slovakia by our own low-loader.

Your rental fleet at a glance:

• Load capacities 3,000 kg to 18,000 kg

• Lift heights up to 6.07 m (special configurations up to 7 m on request)

• Brands in the rental fleet: Hyundai, Manitou, Doosan, Kalmar, Maximal Forklift

• Stage V engines with diesel particulate filter in recent model years

• Checked before every delivery in line with applicable Slovak safety rules (inspections and tests of technical equipment, Decree No. 508/2009 Coll.)

• Duplex, triplex or quad mast, side shift, fork positioner optional

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Building materials trade and construction industry

Pallets of bricks, steel mesh, insulation material, roof tiles – the building materials trade depends on fast outdoor handling. Diesel forklifts from 3.5 tonnes (Manitou MI 35 D ST5) cover everyday handling, while from 5 tonnes (Hyundai 50DA-9) even heavy bundles of steel or precast concrete elements are moved without difficulty. Practical tip: For bulky loads with a low centre of gravity, it pays to go for the next larger capacity class – the residual capacity at mast lift is what counts.

Heavy industry and metalworking

Coils, steel beams, pressed parts: from 8 tonnes (Hyundai 80D-9) Luibl enters the heavyweight segment. When unloading heavy steel structures and handling goods in plant traffic, maximum stability is required even on uneven ground. The 16- and 18-tonne machines (Hyundai 160D-9, Kalmar DCG 180-6T) are the specialist machines among diesel forklifts for port logistics, steel trading and heavy machinery construction.

Recycling and waste management

In the circular economy, robustness and ease of repair count for more than any comfort feature. Diesel forklifts with super-elastic tyres withstand sharp metal and broken glass better than solid rubber versions. On request, Luibl delivers with prepared attachments such as a rotator or bale clamp – matched to the respective application.

Event logistics and exhibition stand construction

Diesel forklifts are used to build large exhibition stands, stage structures and outdoor events – wherever heavy loads have to be moved at short notice on soft ground and there is no fixed charging infrastructure. A fuel tank instead of a socket makes the difference.

Load capacity and lift height – choosing the right forklift

Matching load and machine determines safety and cost efficiency. Three key figures must be right for a diesel forklift:

• Rated capacity: The standard load at the load centre (usually 500 mm or 600 mm) – listed in the model names as '3 tonnes', '5 tonnes', '16 tonnes'.

• Load centre: The further the centre of the load is from the fork back, the more the residual capacity drops. For pallets with overhang or long loads, calculate well below the rated capacity.

• Lift height with residual capacity: At maximum lift height, the load capacity drops by 20–40 % depending on the model. We will send you the load chart for the respective machine on request.

Off-road capability – counterbalance forklift or rough-terrain forklift?

Diesel counterbalance forklifts such as the Hyundai 30D-9 or Doosan D30G-Plus are designed for smooth, level ground – i.e. paved yards, storage areas and transhipment areas. For unpaved terrain, mud or shell construction sites, you need a genuine rough-terrain forklift with four-wheel drive and higher ground clearance. You will find these separately in our rough-terrain forklift rental section. We will advise you on which version suits the ground conditions and load profile of your project.

Emission standards – Stage V and diesel particulate filter

Since 2019, EU Regulation 2016/1628 (Stage V) has applied to newly approved non-road mobile machinery. It significantly limits particle numbers and nitrogen oxide and carbon monoxide emissions. Modern Luibl rental forklifts (e.g. Manitou MI 35 D ST5) comply with Stage V, have a diesel particulate filter (DPF) and can therefore also be used temporarily indoors – always provided that hall ventilation is adequately dimensioned.

Drive – torque converter or hydrostatic?

Diesel counterbalance forklifts are built with two drive principles that differ noticeably in use:

• Torque converter transmission: Classic design, robust, proven in heavy handling operations with long travel distances. Slightly less sensitive when reversing precisely.

• Hydrostatic drive: Finely controllable, ideal for frequent load changes and millimetre-precise positioning. Very good driving comfort, slightly more maintenance-intensive.

Which version suits you depends on the application profile. For pure yard handling with long distances: torque converter. For frequent storage and retrieval with precise reversing: hydrostatic.

Tyres – the often underestimated factor

Luibl delivers diesel forklifts with super-elastic (SE) tyres as standard. They are puncture-proof, wear-resistant and carry high loads. Pneumatic tyres are available on request for use on particularly soft ground, solid rubber for hard indoor surfaces. When switching between hall and yard, we recommend non-marking versions to avoid floor marks in production halls.

Our 10-tonne class proves its worth particularly when unloading heavy steel structures in bridge construction. On an infrastructure project in southern Germany, steel beams were transferred directly from heavy haulage vehicles to the interim storage area over several weeks – in changing weather and on partly uneven ground. The combination of high stability, robust chassis and fast refuelling significantly reduced downtime compared with an electric fleet. Technical support was provided by our fitter service with on-site response.

Every diesel forklift leaves our fleet only after a full check by qualified agricultural and construction machinery mechatronics technicians. The check includes:

• Inspections and tests of technical equipment (Decree No. 508/2009 Coll.) with current inspection sticker

• Hydraulic pressure, mast pins and chain condition

• Engine check including oil level, filters and particulate filter status

• Function test of side shift, fork positioner and other attachments

• Tyres checked for wear and damage

• Safety devices: seat belt, horn, lights, reversing alarm

For long-term rentals (from three months), the recurring inspections and tests and the annual maintenance are included in the long-term terms – without a separate order and without additional costs.

Whether short-term rental for order peaks, seasonal operation or the breakdown of your own machine – or long-term rental as a plannable fleet supplement with fixed monthly terms: Luibl supplies both models from one rental fleet. One contact person, one invoice, one service level.

How your enquiry works:

1. Enquiry via contact form, by phone on the toll-free number 00800 2000 3000 or by email

2. Expert advice and quote at short notice

3. Delivery by Luibl low-loader directly to your site

4. On-site briefing if required, fitter service during the rental

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