Tailift Material Handling USA Co. Inc

Name

Tailift Material Handling USA Co. Inc

Legal name

Tailift Material Handling USA Inc.

Website

https://tailift-usa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Forklifts and Material Handling Equipment

NAICS

Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924), Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing (33392)

SIC

Industrial Trucks, Tractors, Trailors & Stackers (3537), Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560)

akta.pro primary industry

Forklifts & Industrial Trucks (IC & Electric) (IMAHABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Material Handling & Industrial Lift Vehicle Manufacturing (Forklifts/Telehandlers/Reach Stackers) (IMACAFAD), Lifting Attachments & Material Handling Accessories (Fork Attachments, Slings, Rigging) (IMAHABAJ)

Keywords

• Industrial forklift manufacturing
• Material handling equipment
• Warehouse logistics machinery
• Electric pallet trucks
• Narrow aisle forklifts

Headquarters

HQ city

Houston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Forklift Truck Sales: Sale of new internal combustion and electric forklift trucks, pallet jacks, stackers, reach trucks, and other material handling equipment to dealers and end customers
2. Aftermarket Parts & Service: Sales of replacement parts, warranty services, and technical support to dealer network and end customers

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Tailift Material Handling USA manufactures and distributes a comprehensive portfolio of industrial trucks and material handling equipment. The product range spans internal combustion (gas/diesel/LPG) forklifts from 3,600 to 15,500 lbs capacity, electric counterbalance forklifts (3-wheel and 4-wheel), lithium-ion battery forklifts, electric pallet jacks and stackers, reach trucks, order pickers, hand pallet jacks, semi rough terrain trucks, and Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) trucks. Products are sold through an authorized US dealer network serving warehouses, manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, and construction sites.

Product overview

Tailift Material Handling USA is a forklift and material handling equipment manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of industrial trucks. The product line includes: Internal Combustion Forklifts with pneumatic and cushion tires (Z Series) ranging from 3,600-15,500 lbs capacity; Electric Forklifts including 3-wheel and 4-wheel models, stand-up units, and Lithium-Ion powered versions (3,500-7,000 lbs); Electric Pallet Jacks/Stackers for warehouse transport; Reach Trucks for narrow aisle applications; Order Pickers for picking operations; Hand Pallet Jacks for basic transport; Semi Rough Terrain Trucks for outdoor construction use; and VNA (Very Narrow Aisle) Trucks for high-density warehouse storage. The company operates as a division of Toyota Industries Group and manufactures at facilities in Taiwan, China, and the US (Houston, TX) with a combined annual capacity of 28,000 units. Products are sold to dealers and end customers across various industry applications including retail, construction, warehousing, manufacturing, food storage, and intermodal shipping.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Z Series: Forklift product line including Z Series internal combustion and electric forklifts with models such as PFG, PFD, ZFB series. Features include pneumatic and cushion tire options, various load capacities from 3,600 to 15,500 lbs, and multiple power types including diesel, LPG, and electric.
• 9L Plus II Series
• Box Car Special (BCS)
• VNA Trucks

Products and services

• Z Series PFG18/PFG25/PFG30/PFG36 Internal Combustion Forklifts - Pneumatic Tire Internal combustion pneumatic tire forklifts powered by a Kubota WG2503-L-E3 engine with 3,600-8,000 lbs capacity. Features include a multifunctional instrument panel, adjustable steering column, integral heavy duty chassis, and LED lighting. Designed for warehouse, construction, and outdoor material handling operations.
• Z Series PFD18/PFD25/PFD30/PFD36 Diesel Forklifts - Pneumatic Tire Diesel-powered pneumatic tire forklifts with Kubota V2403 engines meeting EPA Tier 4 and EU Stage V emissions regulations. 3,600-8,000 lbs capacity with high-performance efficiency and reliability.
• Z Series PFG40/PFG45/PFG50/PFG55 LPG Forklifts - Pneumatic Tire LPG-powered pneumatic tire forklifts with Kubota WG3800 engine, 9,000-12,000 lbs capacity. Features include easy-handling steering wheel column, electric F/R control lever, and mechanical handbrake.
• Z Series PFD40/PFD45/PFD50/PFD55 Diesel Forklifts - Pneumatic Tire Diesel-powered pneumatic tire forklifts with Kubota V3307 engine, 9,000-12,000 lbs capacity. Features include integral heavy duty chassis, high mounted combination rear lights, and easy maintenance design.
• PFD70 High-Capacity Diesel Forklift High-capacity diesel forklift with 15,500 lbs capacity. One of the most powerful offerings in the lineup, featuring unparalleled durability and strength for heavy-duty industrial applications.
• Z Series PFG18C/PFG25C/PFG30C Internal Combustion Forklifts - Cushion Tire Cushion tire internal combustion forklifts with Kubota WG2503-L-E3 engine, 3,600-6,000 lbs capacity. Designed for indoor warehouse applications with smooth floor surfaces.
• Box Car Special (BCS) Forklifts - PFG36C-BCS/PFG45C-BCS/PFG55C-BCS Specialized cushion tire forklifts designed for box car and railroad car applications with 8,000-12,000 lbs capacity. Features include a transmission system with Japanese-made oil seals, heavy-duty rear axle with 80 degree steering angle, and 35% better visibility with wide view mast.
• Z Series ZFB18P/ZFB20P/ZFB25P/ZFB30P/ZFB35P Electric Forklifts - 4 Wheel 4-wheel electric counterbalance forklifts with ZAPI controller and 560 AH/5HR battery. Capacities from 3,600-7,000 lbs. Features include a multifunctional LCD instrument panel, hydraulic control with ergonomic design, and AC controller system.
• Z Series ZFBT18/ZFBT20 Electric Forklifts - 3 Wheel 3-wheel electric counterbalance forklifts with ZAPI controller and 505 AH/5HR battery. Capacities of 3,500-4,000 lbs. Compact design for maneuverability in tight spaces.
• T-CPD20SR-18 Stand-Up Electric Forklift - 3 Wheel 3-wheel stand-up electric forklift designed for applications requiring operator visibility and frequent entry/exit. Compact design for use in confined warehouse spaces.
• Lithium-Ion Electric Forklift Series

Quantifiable outcome

• 95% operational reliability rate, minimizing warranty issues
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 January 2026Toyota Material Handling North America and Tailift USA have entered into an alliance aimed at improving distribution and aftermarket support capabilities. TMHNA will support Tailift USA in strengthening its product, distribution, and service support for dealers and customers, with collaboration on business tools to bolster Tailift USA.
• Toyota Industries GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTailift is a Toyota Industries Group Company, providing reliable products and support. This affiliation provides Toyota-backed quality standards and engineering expertise to Tailift's material handling equipment.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• KION Group: European-listed parent of Linde Material Handling and STILL, one of the world's largest industrial truck manufacturers. Directly comparable global forklift portfolio and competing with TMHNA/Tailift through Linde MH in the Americas.
• Toyota Material Handling: The North American market leader in forklifts and material handling equipment and the company's newly announced strategic ally. Operates the largest US dealer network and dominates IC and electric forklift segments — directly comparable product portfolio but with vastly greater US brand equity and scale.
• Jungheinrich: German-listed intralogistics specialist and one of the world's largest warehouse equipment manufacturers. Directly comparable electric forklift, reach truck, and order picker portfolio with growing US presence through direct sales and dealer network.

Direct peers

• Hangcha Group: Chinese forklift manufacturer that has rapidly expanded into North America with value-priced IC and electric forklifts. Most direct pricing competitor to Tailift in the US, also serving warehousing and logistics end markets.
• Mitsubishi Logisnext: Japanese material handling manufacturer selling Cat, Mitsubishi, and UniCarriers forklifts globally. Directly comparable product portfolio spanning IC, electric, and warehouse trucks; competing Asian-sourced product positioning to Tailift.
• Clark Material Handling: US-headquartered legacy forklift manufacturer with global dealer network and broad product range across IC, electric, and warehouse trucks. Comparable mid-tier positioning and dealer-led go-to-market model.
• Crown Equipment Corporation: Privately held US-based forklift manufacturer specializing in electric forklifts, reach trucks, and order pickers. Competes head-to-head in warehouse and electric segments; privately held like Tailift USA with strong dealer-direct service model.
• Komatsu Forklift: Japanese OEM offering forklifts and material handling equipment under the Komatsu brand. Comparable IC and electric forklift lines, similar Asian-sourced manufacturing economics, and overlapping dealer relationships in North America.
• Hyster-Yale Materials Handling: Manufacturer of Hyster and Yale brand forklifts and material handling equipment with a global dealer network. Competes directly across IC, electric, and warehouse truck categories; public company (HY) with disclosed financials provides direct valuation and operational benchmarks.
• Doosan Industrial Vehicle: Korean forklift manufacturer (part of Doosan Bobcat) with growing North American presence. Comparable product range across IC and electric forklifts; competing value-tier Asian import proposition in the US market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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