Author: Le Van Thang, CEO of ICD Vietnam – 15 years grading used handling equipment.
A used hand pallet truck is a smart way to cut handling-equipment spend by 40-60% versus buying new, provided the pump, frame and wheels are properly inspected first. ICD supplies two grades: refurbished Japanese imports (heavy, thick steel, rebuilt seals) and domestic resale stock (condition depends on the previous owner’s maintenance). Capacities run 2.5-5 tonne for low-profile trucks, plus used stackers and platform trucks. Every unit is checked and serviced before sale, with 2026 prices below. For new equipment see new low-profile trucks.
Choose a used hand pallet truck when:
- Tight budget: the same money buys a higher-built used import instead of a thin-gauge budget-new truck.
- Seasonal or backup need: extra capacity for peak months without full new-equipment cost.
- You value old-grade steel: older Japanese frames are heavier and more rigid than many new economy models.
1. Used hand pallet truck price list 2026
Compiled by ICD from the general Hanoi and HCMC market; price varies with pump condition and brand.
| Type | Capacity | Indicative price (VND) |
|---|---|---|
| Low-profile, Japanese import | 2,500-3,000 kg | 2,500,000 – 3,800,000 |
| Low-profile, domestic resale | 2,500-3,000 kg | 2,000,000 – 3,200,000 |
| Heavy-duty low-profile | 5,000 kg | 5,500,000 – 7,500,000 |
| Used high-lift stacker | 1,000-2,000 kg | 7,500,000 – 11,500,000 |
| Used platform truck | 350-500 kg | 3,500,000 – 5,800,000 |
Indicative 2026 prices, varies by pump condition and brand. Contact 0983 797 186 to confirm current stock and exact price.
2. The ICD used-truck inspection checklist
A used pallet truck is only a bargain if it is mechanically sound. ICD inspects every unit against a fixed checklist before resale, and these are the same points to verify yourself before buying anywhere.
Hydraulic pump and piston – the heart of the truck. Lift a load to full height and leave it for 10 minutes: a sound pump holds it with no sag. Inspect the piston rod for a smooth hard-chrome finish; pitting or scoring tells you the seals will leak soon. Any oil film around the cylinder is a warning sign.
Frame and forks – sight down each fork for bend or twist, and check the welds at the fork-to-frame joint for cracks. On Japanese imports the steel is noticeably thicker and the frame more rigid – that heavier old-grade steel is exactly what experienced buyers pay for.
Wheels and bearings – flat-spotted or cracked PU/nylon wheels are cheap to replace but reveal hard prior use; spin each wheel for free, quiet rotation. As CEO Le Van Thang puts it: “A Japanese used truck five to seven years old, if its pump is serviced correctly, still runs tighter and lasts longer than many thin-shell new models. The skill is reading component wear so you do not buy one that is already worn out.” Buy on the pump and the steel, not on cosmetic paint.
3. Frequently asked questions
1. How much does a used truck save?
Typically 40-60% versus new – and the budget often buys a higher-built used import rather than a thin-gauge economy-new truck.
2. Japanese import or domestic resale?
Japanese imports have thicker steel and rebuilt pumps; domestic resale condition depends on the previous owner’s maintenance but can include nearly-new bargains.
3. How do I know it is mechanically sound?
Check the pump holds a load 10 minutes without sag, the piston chrome is smooth, the forks are straight and welds are crack-free. ICD inspects every unit on this checklist.
4. Is there any warranty on used trucks?
Used units are inspected and serviced; ask us about the service-backed cover that applies to each grade at the time of purchase.
4. Related articles
| Used Pallet Jack Buying Guide | Pallet Jack Repair Guide | Hydraulic Seal Replacement |
5. Contact and used truck quotes
ICD Vietnam Industrial Manufacturing Co., Ltd
Northern Vietnam: Floor 3, Thang Long A1 Building, Thon Bau, Thien Loc, Hanoi – 0983 797 186 / 090 345 9186 / 090 5859 186
Southern Vietnam: 551/212 Le Van Khuong, Tan Thoi Hiep, District 12, Ho Chi Minh City – 098 6784 186
Email: sales@icdvietnam.com.vn
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Inspected & serviced – 2026 price list – Hanoi & HCMC – thick old-grade steel
