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475 modèles 40 brands Pop. 121,436 À partir de $110/jour

FORKLIFT LOCATION
IN WATERLOO

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 Waterloo

Renting a forklift à Waterloo, 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.

Waterloo est l'un des centres technologiques les plus importants au Canada, qui abrite l'Université de Waterloo et l'Université Wilfrid Laurier, et l'écosystème d'innovation qui entoure ces établissements a déclenché un boom de la construction, contrairement à toute autre ville de taille moyenne en Ontario. Les campus universitaires et les parcs technologiques environnants exigent un flux continu de nouveaux bâtiments universitaires, d'installations de recherche, de logements pour étudiants et de bureaux d'entreprises technologiques qui ont remodelé l'horizon de la ville au cours des quinze dernières années. Le développement des cours de triage Barrel dans le quartier supérieur de Waterloo, un important réaménagement mixte des anciennes distilleries de Seagram, illustre l'ampleur de l'intensification urbaine qui se produit dans le cœur de la ville. Les sols de Waterloo sont principalement du loam argileux et du limon de limon dans les dépôts de till glaciaire qui sous-tendent la majeure partie de la ville, avec les affluents en amont de la rivière Grand, y compris le ruisseau Laurel qui traverse le campus universitaire, introduisant des reliefs de vallée et des sols alluviaux dans les tronçons inférieurs. Ces sols cohésifs se compactent bien dans des conditions contrôlées, mais nécessitent un arrosage et une gestion soigneuse des pentes pendant l'excavation, particulièrement dans le cadre de projets de fondation plus profonds pour les grands bâtiments de recherche de l'université. La rivière Grand elle-même, accessible depuis les marges sud de Waterloo, introduit un terrain sensible aux inondations qui façonne la planification du développement dans la ville inférieure. La TLR de l'ION reliant Waterloo à Kitchener par Uptown a été transformée pour les modèles de construction à Waterloo, se concentrant sur l'intensification le long du couloir de transit et conduisant à l'aménagement d'une taille intermédiaire et d'une hauteur supérieure qui nécessite des systèmes de fondation sophistiqués, des étriers et des techniques de construction urbaine. La croissance du secteur de la technologie continue d'attirer des investissements immobiliers commerciaux, et la population étudiante crée une demande persistante pour la construction de logements pour étudiants. Le marché de la construction de Waterloo fonctionne sur un vaste calendrier saisonnier avec des sommets notables au printemps à mesure que les entrepreneurs se mobilisent pour de nouvelles phases du projet et à l'automne à mesure que les promoteurs se lancent pour compléter les enveloppes de construction avant l'hiver.

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 Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, Ontario?

Day rates for a Forklift run about $110–$2,090 in Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, Ontario?

Yes. Many owners offer delivery within a set radius of Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, 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.