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475 modèles 40 brands Pop. 132,485 À partir de $110/jour

FORKLIFT LOCATION
IN KINGSTON

Material handling for yards, warehouses and job sites — from warehouse electrics to rough-terrain and telehandlers.

475

Models to rent

40

Brands

$490

Typical day rate

3

Size classes

Overview

Renting a Forklift in Kingston

Renting a forklift à Kingston, Ontario gives you the right machine for the job without the capital, maintenance and storage cost of owning one. This page brings together real recommended rates, size classes and the models available across 40 brands, so you can budget accurately and pick the right unit before you send a rental request.

Kingston est située au confluent du lac Ontario, du fleuve Saint-Laurent et du canal Rideau à l'extrémité est de l'Ontario, position géographique qui en a fait un centre stratégique militaire et commercial au XIXe siècle et qui continue de façonner son identité aujourd'hui. La ville est construite presque entièrement sur le calcaire paléozoïque, le même calcaire de Kingston qui a été quadrillé pour construire les célèbres fortifications du XIXe siècle et des bâtiments publics. Ce substrat rocheux est situé à la surface ou très près de la surface dans la majeure partie de la zone urbaine, ce qui rend pratiquement tous les travaux de construction de qualité inférieure à Kingston un exercice de coupe de roches. Les raccords de marteaux hydrauliques, le forage en ligne et le dynamitage contrôlé sont des éléments standard des projets de construction dans toute la ville, et les entrepreneurs qui ne connaissent pas la réalité géologique de Kingston apprennent rapidement que les fouilles conventionnelles sont rarement adéquates ici. La présence militaire historique à la BFC Kingston, qui abrite le Collège militaire royal du Canada et plusieurs autres installations des Forces armées canadiennes, génère des travaux de construction institutionnelle continus, y compris la remise en état des bâtiments, la construction de nouvelles installations et la modernisation de l'infrastructure qui nécessitent à la fois des travaux urbains de précision à proximité des structures patrimoniales et la préparation de sites plus conventionnels sur le vaste campus de la base. Le CMR lui-même est assujetti à la modernisation continue de ses bâtiments universitaires et résidentiels. L'Université Queen's, l'une des plus importantes universités de recherche du Canada, maintient un programme actif de construction d'immobilisations sur son campus principal à l'ouest du centre-ville, avec de nouveaux bâtiments universitaires, des résidences d'étudiants et des installations de recherche qui entrent régulièrement dans la planification et la construction. Les besoins d'expansion de l'université, associés au rôle de Kingston en tant que centre régional de soins de santé et à l'essor de l'économie de la technologie et de l'innovation, soutiennent un marché de la construction institutionnelle et commerciale diversifié qui équilibre les défis du substrat rocheux calcaire de la ville. Le front de mer le long du lac Ontario et de la rivière Cataraqui, y compris la marina du bassin de la Confédération et le site patrimonial de Fort Henry, crée périodiquement une demande d'infrastructure publique pour du matériel spécialisé capable de travailler de façon sensible dans des environnements patrimoniaux et riverains.

Forklifts split into two worlds: cushion-tire warehouse trucks for smooth indoor floors, and pneumatic-tire or rough-terrain lifts for outdoor and job-site ground. Capacity (rated at a standard load centre) and lift height are the two specs to confirm against your heaviest, tallest load.

Quick answer

Renting a forklift in Kingston, Ontario typically costs $110–$2,090 per day, or from $440 per week and $1,320 per month. Longer rentals lower the effective day rate; delivery, operator and insurance are quoted separately.

FORKLIFT RENTAL RATES

Recommended market rates in CAD, from the HeavyRentals rate engine.

PeriodFaibleTypicalÉlevé
Per day $110 $490 $2,090
Per week $440 $1,920 $8,360
Per month $1,320 $5,800 $25,100

FORKLIFT SIZE CLASSES

Compact (up to 74 HP)

149 units tracked. Day rates $110–$705, weekly from $440. Right-size to your access and workload to keep costs down.

Mid-size (74–109 HP)

129 units tracked. Day rates $230–$855, weekly from $920. Right-size to your access and workload to keep costs down.

Large (109+ HP)

123 units tracked. Day rates $490–$2,090, weekly from $1,666. Right-size to your access and workload to keep costs down.

WHAT A FORKLIFT IS USED FOR

Loading and unloading trucks
Moving palletized material
Yard and warehouse handling
Placing material at height
Order picking and staging

For construction sites, a rough-terrain forklift or a telehandler is usually the right call — they handle uneven ground and place material at height and reach. Consider fuel type too: electric for indoor, emissions-free work; LPG or diesel for outdoor duty and longer shifts.

TOP FORKLIFT MODELS

Popular models by recommended day rate — click for full specs.

ModèleHPWeightDay rate
Manitou MRT 3360+ 310 HP 72,800 lb $2,090
SANY SRSC4550 320 HP 130,000 lb $2,090
SANY SRSC4540G 285 HP 110,000 lb $1,950
Hyster RS46-33CH 275 HP 145,000 lb $1,800
SANY SRSC4535 260 HP 97,000 lb $1,800
Manitou MRT 2550+ 260 HP 53,000 lb $1,665
Hyster RS45-33L 281 HP 127,000 lb $1,600
Hyster RS45-31L 281 HP 119,000 lb $1,500
Hyster RS46-30CH 281 HP 112,000 lb $1,400
Manitou MRT3255 215 HP 38,000 lb $1,400
Volvo CE TH1056D 160 HP 40,500 lb $1,280
Bobcat TL1055 148 HP 38,500 lb $1,235
Merlo ROTO60.34SCSS 148 HP 38,500 lb $1,235
Merlo ROTO40.30 177 HP 28,000 lb $1,200
Hyster RS45-27CH 281 HP 104,700 lb $1,200
JLG G20-54A 148 HP 41,000 lb $1,190
Hyster H48HD-EC 165 HP 60,500 lb $1,165
Genie GTH-6622 177 HP 34,200 lb $1,150
Caterpillar TL1255D 148 HP 36,500 lb $1,150
Volvo CE TH842 148 HP 35,000 lb $1,140

HOW RENTING WORKS

Compare & request

Browse models and rates, then send a dated rental request. Your contact details stay private.

Owner confirms

The owner confirms availability, dates and final price — plus any delivery, operator or insurance you asked to quote.

E-sign the contract

Both parties e-sign a binding contract in-platform; only then are contacts shared and the machine reserved.

Work & return

Use the machine, then both parties confirm the return and leave a review — building on-platform reputation.

FOIRE AUX QUESTIONS

How much does it cost to rent a Forklift in Kingston, Ontario?

Day rates for a Forklift run about $110–$2,090 in Kingston, Ontario, with a typical rate near $490/day, weekly from $440 and monthly from $1,320. Owners set final pricing based on size, age and how long you need it; delivery and an operator are usually quoted separately.

Can I get a Forklift delivered in Kingston, Ontario?

Yes. Many owners offer delivery within a set radius of Kingston, Ontario for a fee based on distance, and you can request a delivery quote right inside your rental request so it's confirmed before you commit.

Do I need an operator to rent a Forklift in Kingston, Ontario?

You can rent bare (operate it yourself) or request a certified operator with your rental. For larger machines an operator is common; either way, everything is arranged and priced on-platform before the contract is signed.

How many Forklift models are available to rent?

Our catalog covers 475 Forklift models across 40 manufacturers, so you can compare specs and rates and pick the right size class for your Kingston, Ontario project before you reach out.

What's the minimum rental period for a Forklift?

Most owners rent by the day, week or month with a minimum period (often 1–3 days). For projects longer than a few days, ask for a weekly or monthly rate — the effective day rate drops significantly.