Pallet Jacks

There is no functional difference — pallet jack, pallet truck, pallet trolley, pallet lifter, pallet lift, hand pallet mover, and pump truck all describe the same category of wheeled equipment used to move palletized loads across flat floors. The names are regional: in North American warehouse settings 'pallet jack' is the most common term; 'pallet truck' is standard in international shipping and logistics; 'pallet trolley' and 'pallet lifter' are used more often in UK and Commonwealth markets. Any of these can be manual (hydraulic pump) or electric. Sumachay carries both manual and electric versions for Canadian warehouses.

Choose an electric pallet jack if you move more than 20 pallets per shift, and a manual pallet jack for occasional use, tight budgets, or backup equipment. Electric pallet jacks reduce operator fatigue and increase throughput for high-volume movement. As of 2026, Sumachay manual pallet jacks run $350 to $800 CAD and electric walk-behind pallet jacks run $1,750 to $3,500 CAD (heavy-duty ride-on models up to $10,000) in the Canadian market — the productivity gain typically pays back the higher upfront cost within the first year of daily use.

Sumachay pallet jacks range from 2,500 kg (5,500 lb) to 3,000 kg (6,600 lb) capacity on manual models, while electric models start at 3,300 lb. Standard fork dimensions are 27×48 inches and 20.5×48 inches, matching the most common North American pallet sizes (48×40-inch GMA standard). Narrow-fork options are available for 42×48 and 36×48 pallets to prevent overhang. Size capacity by your heaviest routine load, not the occasional maximum.

Yes — pump truck is simply another name for a pallet jack. Pump truck, pump cart, hand pallet truck, and pallet jack all describe the same wheeled equipment for lifting and moving palletized loads: pump the handle to raise the forks, then steer by hand. Manual pump trucks handle most day-to-day warehouse moves and run $350 to $800 CAD. For motorized models that eliminate manual pumping entirely, see our electric pallet jacks.

Sumachay pallet jacks ship via freight to commercial and residential addresses Canada-wide, and most in-stock units dispatch within 1 to 3 business days. Toronto-area buyers can pick up directly from our distribution centre. Shipping cost depends on weight and destination — some models include free shipping, and freight quotes are provided at checkout.

Sumachay standard pallet jacks include a 12-month manufacturer warranty, and Sumachay Plus models include an 18-month warranty with priority support. We stock wheels, seals, hydraulic pumps, and handles for all models in Canada. Contact our parts team for identification help if you are unsure which part you need, with technical support available by phone and email.

Both. Toronto-area buyers can pick up in-stock pallet jacks directly from our distribution centre, usually same-day or next-day once the order is confirmed. For everyone else, we ship by freight to commercial and residential addresses Canada-wide, with most in-stock units dispatching within 1 to 3 business days. Some models include free shipping, and freight quotes are shown at checkout.

Yes. If you are equipping multiple sites or buying several units at once, request a quote and we will price the order as a fleet rather than at single-unit rates. Volume pricing applies across both manual and electric models, and larger orders can be coordinated with staged delivery across Canada. Use the request a quote page and include your quantities and locations.

Pallet jack pricing in Canada varies by type. Sumachay manual pallet jacks run $350 to $1,600 CAD (high-lift models sit at the top end), electric walk-behind pallet jacks run $1,750 to $3,500 CAD, and heavy-duty or ride-on models run $5,000 to $10,000 CAD. A basic manual pallet jack handles most warehouses for around $350, while high-volume or high-capacity powered models fall in the upper ranges. Match the type and capacity to your real workload so you are not overpaying for spec you won't use.

A manual pallet jack raises the load by pumping the handle by hand and is pushed with human effort — it has no battery, costs $350 to $1,600 CAD, and suits occasional or low-volume moves up to 4,400 lb. An electric pallet jack uses a lithium-battery-powered motor to raise and drive the load, costs $1,750 to $3,500 CAD, and pays for itself once your team moves more than 20 pallets per shift by cutting fatigue and speeding up cycle times. For very heavy loads or long-distance transport, heavy-duty ride-on models go up to $10,000.

Size capacity by your heaviest routine load with roughly 20% headroom — not the occasional maximum. Sumachay manual pallet jacks handle up to 4,400 lb (2,000 kg), which covers the vast majority of warehouse pallet weights; high-capacity manual models reach 5,500 to 6,600 lb. Electric pallet jacks handle 3,300 to 4,400 lb, and heavy-duty ride-on models manage 3 tonnes and up. If you regularly move pallets above 4,400 lb, step up to a high-capacity or powered model rather than running a lighter unit at its limit.

Choose a manual pallet jack ($350 to $1,600 CAD) for occasional use, tight budgets, or backup equipment; an electric walk-behind ($1,750 to $3,500 CAD) for high-volume daily use that reduces operator fatigue; and a heavy-duty or ride-on model ($5,000 to $10,000 CAD) for heavy loads, long-distance transport, or rough surfaces. Also weigh aisle width (narrow-fork options are available), required lift height, and floor condition. Compare all three categories in the table above, or request a quote for a recommendation tailored to your operation.