Side Loader Forklifts
for Long Loads in Tight Spaces
Side loader forklifts are the go-to solution for handling long and bulky loads in warehouses and yards. Unlike conventional forklifts that transport goods in front of the vehicle, sideloaders lift loads from the side—enabling efficient operation in narrow aisles and maximizing available storage space.
By picking up materials sideways, sideloaders reduce the need for wide racking rows, allowing more aisles to fit within the same footprint. This makes them ideal for transporting items like timber, steel tubes, and plastic profiles. Whether in indoor or outdoor environments, sideloaders help optimize workflows, improve safety, and increase warehouse capacity.
HUBTEX Sideloader Types
MAXX Multidirectional Sideloader
The MAXX is a robust and cost-efficient side loader forklift designed for standard applications with long and heavy loads. With load capacities up to 13,200 lbs, it offers HUBTEX quality in a streamlined package.
PHOENIX Multidirectional Sideloaders
The PHOENIX series is HUBTEX’s premium line of side loader forklifts, built for demanding indoor and outdoor use. With advanced features and capacities over 22,000 lbs, they offer top performance and flexibility.
Outdoor Sideloader Forklifts
HUBTEX outdoor forklifts are built for rough terrain. With elastic tires, high ground clearance, and strong electric drives, they handle long and heavy loads reliably in outdoor environments.
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Maximize Warehouse Capacity – Why Sideloaders Outperform Forklifts
HUBTEX side loader forklifts are built for tight spaces. By operating in narrow aisles and picking up loads from the side, they reduce the required aisle width and unlock up to 100% more usable storage space—compared to conventional forklifts.
Key advantages at a glance:
Up to double the warehouse capacity
Fast, safe, and efficient handling
Fewer product damages and breakages
Sideloaders are the ideal choice for long loads, especially in narrow indoor aisles or mixed indoor/outdoor environments. Our experts will help you find the right solution for your application—no obligation, just a few clicks away.
What Makes a Side Loader Forklift the Right Choice?
Save money, space, and time.
Our side loader forklifts are ideal for indoor and outdoor use, especially in warehouses or yards where space is limited. Thanks to advanced features such as multidirectional steering and high load capacities, HUBTEX sideloaders improve safety and reduce handling time.
We offer a wide range of models, including:
Electric sideloaders for emission-free operations
Multidirectional sideloaders for enhanced maneuverability
Narrow aisle side loader forklifts for tight racking systems
Lateral forklifts for long-load handling
Side lift forklifts tailored to specific industry needs
Whether you're moving 20-foot-long timber or managing heavy pipes, a HUBTEX side loader forklift helps you make better use of space while minimizing wear on materials.
Sideloaders with multidirectional steering
The maneuverable specialist
The side loader forklift with multidirectional steering is ideal for indoor and combined indoor/outdoor use. Its independently suspended wheels allow for seamless movement in all directions—forward, backward, sideways, diagonally, and even in circular patterns. The smooth transition between travel modes enables precise maneuvering, especially in tight spaces.
Thanks to its compact wheels, low load arm height, and small turning radius, this sideloader can navigate the entire warehouse—even areas with low racking. Loads from the lowest rack levels can be accessed with minimal lift effort, while the high-lift mast also enables handling at racking heights of over 10 meters (approx. 33 feet).
These features make the sideloader especially suitable for narrow aisles and confined environments. The PHOENIX truck can be highly customized:
Aisle guidance systems allow for precise positioning
Operator safety is supported by adaptable assistance systems
The driver's cab can be tailored to match specific operational needs
On solid ground surfaces, elastic tires allow for reliable performance outdoors as well. For advanced applications, automation options are also available.
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