Diesel forklift rental – maximum power for your outdoor work

Powerful, enduring, reliable: where loads beyond the 3-tonne limit are moved, where shift operation allows no charging break and where rain, dust and uneven yards are part of everyday work, the diesel forklift is the right choice. At Luibl Rental, you can rent diesel forklifts with load capacities from 3 to 18 tonnes, lift heights of over 6 metres and valid periodic inspection. Delivery throughout the Netherlands by our own low-loader.

Your rental fleet at a glance:

• Load capacities from 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

• Inspected under the Working Conditions Decree, Chapter 7 (work equipment), before every delivery

• Duplex, triplex or quadruplex 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; from 5 tonnes (Hyundai 50DA-9) even heavy loads of steel or precast concrete elements are moved with ease. Practical tip: for bulky loads with a low centre of gravity, it pays to choose the next-larger capacity class – the residual capacity at mast lift is decisive.

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 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 specialists among diesel forklifts for port logistics, steel trading and heavy mechanical engineering.

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 metals and broken glass better than solid rubber variants. On request, Luibl delivers with pre-fitted attachments such as a rotator or bale clamp – suited to the respective application.

Event logistics and exhibition stand construction

Diesel forklifts are used to set up 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-effectiveness. 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 designations as '3 tonnes', '5 tonnes', '16 tonnes'.

• Load centre: the further the centre of the load is from the fork carriage, 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, 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, handling areas. For unpaved ground, mud or sites in the shell construction phase, you need a true 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 variant 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 registered 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 the 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: classic design, robust, proven in heavy handling with long travel distances. Slightly less sensitive when reversing precisely.

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

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

Our 10-tonne class proves itself particularly when unloading heavy steel structures in bridge construction. On an infrastructure project in southern Germany, steel beams were moved directly from heavy-load transporters 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 technician service with on-site response.

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

• Periodic inspection under the Working Conditions Decree, Chapter 7 (work equipment), with current inspection sticker

• Hydraulic pressure, mast pins and chain condition

• Engine check incl. oil level, filters and diesel particulate filter status

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

• Tyres for wear and damage

• Safety equipment: seat belt, horn, lighting, reversing alarm

For long-term rentals (from three months), the recurring periodic inspections and annual maintenance are included in the long-term terms – without a separate order and at no extra cost.

Whether short-term rental for peak workloads, seasonal operations or the breakdown of one of your own machines – or long-term rental as a plannable addition to your fleet 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 the contact form, by phone on 00800 2000 3000 (toll-free) or by e-mail

2. Expert advice and quote at short notice

3. Delivery by Luibl low-loader directly to the work location

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

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