Natan,

What is really amazing is that you actually looked at the three cheapest made forklifts in the country. Did you take the time to really evaluate your needs? Today, the best performing 3 wheel electric truck on the market is the Linde 346 series. Yet, you did not consider Toyota or Linde in your review. Your boss gave you an assignment and ended up choosing something you did not even consider. Maybe it was a test! Here is a recommendation, always evaluate the need first. Determine what exactly you require and then in the case of Material handling Equipment, know who is in the industry and who services your area. You reviewed the three cheapest and worst performing trucks as cited in multiple industry magazines and wait for it, wait for it, the three highest cost to maintain trucks. Next time, a little more work, call a few people, talk to other people in your own industry. Know what you need and what the work cycle is going to be and you will be able to make the best decision for your organization.