The Best-Selling Linde Forklifts in the Mid-South

Ford advertises their F-Series truck as the “best-selling truck in America.” It made me wonder, “What’s the best-selling truck in Tennessee? Alabama? Arkansas? Mississippi?”

Because I work at one of our Linde forklift dealerships, I also wondered which Linde forklifts were the best-sellers in the Mid-South.

Here’s what I found out about the best-selling forklifts and pickup trucks:

According to J.D.Power and Associates, the best-selling vehicles in the Mid-South are as follows:

• Alabama - Ford F-150
• Arkansas - GMC Sierra 1500
• Mississippi - Chevrolet Silverado 1500
• Tennessee - Chevrolet Silverado 1500

As for forklifts, the best-selling Linde lift trucks in our area are:

• H50-H80 (diesel/gas forklift)
• Linde’s E35SH and E35S (electric lift trucks)
• and the R22SX reach truck

I’ll leave it to JD Power to explain why Alabama is Ford country while the other states prefer Chevy and GMC. But I can share some insights about the forklifts.

The Best-Selling Diesel Forklift: Linde H50D-H80D

These heavy-duty forklifts can handle up to 10,000 lbs. (Linde H50D) and up to  17,600 lbs. (Linde H80D) with exceptional residual capacity. Linde forklifts are powered by a hydrostatic drive which increases handling capacity and reduces servicing time (here’s a quick video explainer for those who are unfamiliar). There’s no transmission, clutch, differential or drum brakes.

Operators tell us Linde forklifts are exceptionally comfortable and the intuitive Linde Load Control allows them to precisely position loads with ease. For more information about these forklifts, including pros and cons, read our product review of the Linde H50-H80.

Best-Selling Electric Linde Forklifts

Linde has been making electric forklifts for more than 50 years. Here in the Mid-South, Linde’s E35SH and E35S E trucks are best-sellers.

These electric forklifts are designed to work outdoors and, when outfitted with 80V lithium-ion batteries, they have the strength and endurance to replace Linde’s diesel-powered H30D forklift (capacities range from 5000-7000 lbs.). In addition to lithium-ion, you can get a Linde E25S, E25SH, E30S, E30SH or E35SH with lead-acid batteries or even fuel cells. 

Best for Narrow Aisles: Linde R22SX Reach Truck

The R22SX has a 4500 lb. capacity and is frequently purchased for:

• General warehousing
• Cold storage and grocery warehousing
• Production areas with tight aisles
• Applications where operators frequently get on and off their forklift

Customers like this forklift because:

• Operators are more productive vs. using a sit-down forklift
• The operator has excellent visibility
• You can use this truck in narrow aisles and increase storage up to 35%
• The zero-emission battery power improves work area environments
• Linde forklifts are both reliable and user-friendly

Linde Forklifts Are Made in the USA

Linde produces forklifts in Summerville, South Carolina. Recently, the company announced plans to expand its presence in the Palmetto state and hire 450 new workers.

If you’ve never considered a Linde forklift before, you might not know they come with cost-saving features such as:

• Easy component access
• Maintenance-free multi-disc brakes
• 1000-hour maintenance intervals

When combined with Linde’s energy-efficient design, it all adds up to a 40% lower cost of ownership compared to other forklift brands. But don’t worry, you won’t have to sacrifice performance. Quite the opposite. Linde forklifts have high residual capacity, fast acceleration, an automatic power boost function and a 100 fpm lift speed. 

Whether you’re looking for an electric forklift, diesel forklift or a used Linde forklift, we’ll help you get the best lift truck to meet your needs. Connect with a Linde forklift expert online, by phoning 844-LILLYCO (1-844-545-5926) or by stopping by one of our Linde dealerships in Kingsport or Knoxville, TN.

Related Reading

• What is a Hydrostatic Forklift?
• Forklift Product Review: Linde H50 - H80 EVO