Forklift Rental in Los Angeles

Family-Owned Forklift & Reach Truck Rentals in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties

Calgrove Equipment Rentals is a family-owned equipment rental yard with more than 30 years of combined industry experience and a fleet built for real jobsite demands. Our telescopic handlers reach up to 56 ft. with a 12,000 lb. lift capacity, and our cushion tire lift trucks handle warehouse and yard work where space is tight. We serve contractors, builders, and property owners across Los Angeles and Ventura Counties from two convenient locations.

We don't just hand over keys. We talk through your project and match the right machine to the job, whether you're staging material on a multi-story build, loading flatbeds at a distribution yard, or moving heavy pallets on a commercial renovation. If this is your first time renting material handling equipment, we'll walk you through capacity ratings, terrain considerations, and safe operation practices before you leave the yard. Delivery and pickup are available throughout Los Angeles County.

Call us at (818) 805-1617 or contact us online for a forklift or reach truck rental quote in the Los Angeles area.

Popular Reach Truck & Forklift Rentals

JCB 525-60 5,000lbs

• Max Lift Capacity: 2.5 Metric Tons
• Max Lift Height: 20 Ft.
• Lift Capacity at Max Height: 3,000 Lbs.
• Max Reach: 10 Ft.
• Lift Capacity at Max Reach: 1,650 Lbs.
• Weight: 12,302 Lbs.

Ingersoll-Rand VR-843 8,000lbs

• Max Lift Height: 42 Ft.
• Max Reach: 26 Ft. 3 In.
• Maximum Lifting Capacity: 8,000 Lbs.
• Machine Weight: 18,500 Lbs.

JCB 510-56 10,000lbs

• Max Lift Capacity: 10,000 Lbs.
• Max Lift Height: 56 Ft.
• Lift Capacity at Max Height: 4,000 Lbs.
• Max Reach: 42 Ft.
• Lift Capacity at Max Reach: 3,000 Lbs.
• Length to Fork Face: 21 Ft. 7 In.
• Width: 8 Ft. 1 In.
• Height with Boom Down: 8 Ft. 10 In.
• Weight: 29,990 Lbs.

JCB 512-56 12,000lbs

• Max Lift Capacity: 5.44 Metric Tons
• Max Lift Height: 56 Ft.
• Lift Capacity at Max Height: 5,000 Lbs.
• Max Reach: 42 Ft.
• Lift Capacity at Max Reach: 3,500 Lbs.
• Length to Fork Face: 21 Ft. 7 In.
• Width: 8 Ft. 1 In.
• Height with Boom Down: 8 Ft. 10 In.
• Weight: 30,635 Lbs.

Yale GC050LX 5,000lbs

• 42" Class 2 Fork Carriage (GP050LX)
• 42" Standard Taper Pallet Forks
• Load Backrest - 48" High
• 5˚ Forward / 5˚ Back Tilt
• Three (3) Cowl Mounted Mechanical Hydraulic Control Levers
• 3 Function (1 Aux.) Hydraulic Control Valve
• Single Pedal Inch Brake
• LPG Tank Bracket

Forklift Rental Cost in Los Angeles

Rental rates for forklifts and telescopic handlers depend on several factors specific to your project. The biggest driver is the machine itself: a standard 5,000 lb. cushion tire lift truck typically costs less per day than a 56 ft. telehandler with a 12,000 lb. lift capacity. Attachments like boom extensions, rotators, or work platforms can also affect your rate depending on the unit.

We offer flexible daily, weekly, and monthly rental terms so you're not paying for more time than you need. If your project runs longer than expected, switching from a daily to a weekly rate is straightforward. Delivery and pickup logistics are another factor: we provide this service throughout Los Angeles County, and the distance to your jobsite can influence the total cost.

Key factors that influence your forklift rental cost include:

• Machine type (cushion tire lift truck vs. telescopic handler)
• Lift capacity and maximum lift height
• Rental duration (daily, weekly, or monthly terms)
• Attachments, such as booms, rotators, or work platforms
• Delivery and pickup distance to your jobsite

Because every project is different, we quote each rental individually. Call us at (818) 805-1617 or reach out online with your project details and we'll put together a quote based on your needs.

Why Contractors in Los Angeles Choose Calgrove Equipment Rentals

National rental aggregators can't walk your jobsite or explain the difference between a rough terrain telescopic handler and a cushion tire lift truck. Warehouse-only dealers don't stock construction-grade machines with 56 ft. reach. We fill that gap with a consultative, hands-on approach backed by a fleet that covers real-world construction, landscaping, and industrial applications.

Consultative Service

Our team sits down with you to understand the scope: what you're lifting, how high, what the terrain looks like, and whether you need pneumatic tires or cushion tires. That conversation matters because renting the wrong machine wastes time and money. With 30-plus years of combined jobsite knowledge across our crew, we can match the right equipment to your project quickly.

Construction-Grade Fleet

Every machine in our yard is modern, regularly serviced, and built for demanding conditions. Our telehandler lineup ranges from the compact JCB 525-60 for tight sites to the JCB 512-56, which delivers 5,000 lbs. at a 56 ft. lift height. For indoor and yard work, the Yale GC050LX handles standard pallet operations with a tight turning radius.

Locations, Delivery & Purchase Options

We operate from two rental yards and deliver throughout Los Angeles County and into Ventura County. Need 24/7 support during a job? Our team is available to help troubleshoot or arrange equipment swaps.

For contractors with recurring material handling needs, we offer equipment for purchase alongside our rental fleet. Whether you need a forklift for a single phase of construction or want to add a telehandler to your permanent lineup, we can help you evaluate which path makes sense.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do My Operators Need Certification to Use a Rented Forklift?

Yes. Cal/OSHA Title 8, Section 3668 requires employers to certify that each forklift operator has been trained and evaluated before operating the equipment. This aligns with the federal OSHA standard (29 CFR 1910.178), which mandates formal instruction, practical training, and a performance evaluation. Certification is valid for three years. The training obligation falls on the employer, not the rental company, but our team can discuss safe operation practices during your equipment consultation.

Should I Rent or Buy a Forklift?

Renting is typically the practical choice for one-time projects, seasonal demand spikes, or jobs that require a specific lift capacity you don't own. Purchasing makes more sense for companies with daily material handling needs that won't change significantly. We offer equipment for purchase as well as rental, so we can help you weigh the costs for your situation.

Get Your Forklift Rental Quote Today

Whether your project is in downtown Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, or Ventura County, we'll help you choose the right machine and get it to your site. Our team is available 24/7 to answer questions, put together quotes, and coordinate delivery logistics. With flexible rental terms and a fleet that ranges from 5,000 lb. lift trucks to 56 ft. telescopic handlers, we're ready to support your next job.

Call us at (818) 805-1617 or schedule a consultation online.

To get started, make an appointment with our Los Angeles forklift rental company at (818) 805-1617. We also provide deliveries and pickups anywhere in the Greater Los Angeles, San Fernando Valley, and Ventura County areas.

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