Forklift hire with no lock-in, no minimum term, 300+ trucks across London & the South of England.
Forklift Hire London & the South of England. Independent Linde Specialists Since 1990
Electric Forklift Hire
When it comes to forklift rental, electric models are an excellent choice for unloading delivery vehicles and storing pallets in your warehouse racks.
Reach Truck Hire
Elevate your productivity with our reach truck hire range, offering efficient manoeuvrability and robust lifting capabilities.
Gas Forklift Hire
Boost warehouse operations with a gas / diesel forklift, offering longer runtimes, and dependable handling of heavy loads with ease and reliability.
Principle Fork Lifts are the leading independent Linde forklift truck hire company in Surrey, London, Milton Keynes, Southampton and surrounding areas.
 | Electric Counterbalance Forklifts & Powered Pallet Trucks | ||
 | LPG Gas Forklift Trucks & Diesel Forklift Trucks | ||
 | Reach Trucks for Narrow Aisles |
What Our Customers Say…
“Great to find a local supplier who still believes in personal service and takes pride in delivering the best for their customers.”
“We have worked with them for over 14 years and had several machines from them, they have always been helpful and reliable. Would definitely recommend!”
“We have been renting fork lift trucks from Principle for many years and I would highly recommend them. Their customer service is beyond excellent and the trucks are regularly serviced. No complaints whatsoever. Great company to deal with.”
“It is refreshing and unusual to deal with efficient and straight forward businessmen these days. I can sincerely vouch for this firm as I have dealt with them for more than 25 years.”
“The service, package and equipment that Principle Forklifts provide us with is second to none and since we took delivery of our first reach forklift many years ago (And numerous further equipment / rentals since) - we have never looked back and we've always been delighted. Their unique, honest & friendly approach to Materials Handling solutions (Both long and short term) is very much what appealed to us in the first place. This has kept and will continue to keep us working together with them in the years to come - they are very much one of our trusted and preferred suppliers.”
“We have used Principle for over 5 years and their service is excellent.
We recently moved warehouses and they arranged for trucks at both ends to assist the move.
Great service, fast response and excellent value for money”
"Great service from start to finish. They didn't have the exact forklift we were looking for so allowed us to hire one temporarily while they went out and acquired one that met our specifications.
Couldn't have been more helpful with visits and training to make sure we were maintaining the battery correctly."
Looking for forklift hire? Look no further than Principle Fork Lifts – your trusted partner for all your forklift rental needs.
Principle Fork Lifts has been supplying forklift hire across London and the South of England since 1990. As an independent Linde specialist and member of the UK Material Handling Association (UKMHA), we’re trusted by some of the region’s most respected organisations — including McLaren, Ferrari, Howard Tenens, and Guildford Borough Council.
We offer the full Linde range on flexible month-to-month contracts with no lock-in, no minimum term, and same-day response to all enquiries. Contact us today to arrange your free site survey.
Whether you need a single truck at short notice or a managed fleet across multiple sites, our team will match you with the right Linde equipment for your operation. With fast delivery, fully maintained trucks, and engineers on call across Surrey, London, and the South of England, we keep your warehouse moving.
- Range of Forklifts
- Value & Flexibility
- Peace of Mind
- Backup & Support
- Readily Available
Fast Delivery
We maintain a large stock of the most in-demand Linde trucks, so when you need a forklift quickly, we’re ready. Same-day and next-day delivery available across London and the South of England.
Full Linde Forklift Range
As authorised Linde specialists, we offer the complete range: electric counterbalance, gas and diesel counterbalance, reach trucks up to 10m, and powered pallet trucks. All on flexible monthly contracts.
Professional & Friendly Advice
With over 35 years in the industry, we’ll assess your operation and recommend the right truck for the job, not just the nearest available. Free site surveys and demonstrations available.
Competitive Pricing
Flexible month-to-month contracts at the same competitive rates as long-term hire. No penalties, no lock-in, no hidden costs.
Why Principle Fork Lifts?
We’ve been independent Linde specialists for over 35 years, long enough to know that the right truck for your operation isn’t always the most obvious choice. That’s why we offer free, site surveys and no-obligation demonstrations before you commit, so you can be confident the equipment works for your site, your team, and your loads.
Our hire fleet covers the full Linde range from up to 3 tonnes — electric counterbalance, gas and diesel counterbalance, powered pallet trucks, and reach trucks with lift heights up to 10m — all maintained to manufacturer standard. No ownership costs, no long-term commitment, just the right equipment when you need it.
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