Used Nissan Equipment Sold by Meadoworks

Nissan's forklift heritage traces back to August 1957, when the first lift truck rolled off the line at Nissan Motor Company's Totsuka Plant in Japan. The brand entered the U.S. market in 1965 under the Datsun name and by 1984 had become the number-one selling Japanese forklift brand in America. A pivotal expansion came in 1988 when Nissan Industrial Equipment acquired Barrett Industrial Trucks of Marengo, Illinois, making Nissan the first Japanese-owned company to supply all five classes of industrial trucks to the North American market. By 1993 operations were consolidated in Marengo, and Nissan Forklift Corporation, North America was formally established. In 2013 the brand merged with TCM Corporation to form UniCarriers Corporation, though the Nissan forklift name remains widely recognized across the used equipment market.

Nissan built its product lineup around counterbalance forklifts in LPG, diesel, and electric power, covering lift capacities from roughly 3,000 to over 22,000 pounds. The CPH Series cushion-tire LPG trucks became workhorses of indoor warehouse operations, while the CF Series pneumatic-tire models served outdoor and mixed-surface environments. The BX and BXC Series electric counterbalance forklifts offered 36-volt and 48-volt AC motor options for emission-sensitive facilities. The PJ02 Series was recognized for ease of use and low maintenance, the 1F4 Series for robust performance and advanced features, and the U01/U02 electric reach trucks for narrow-aisle precision. Across all lines, Nissan emphasized simplified service access, ergonomic operator compartments, and fuel efficiency.

Nissan forklifts found their way into virtually every sector that depends on reliable material handling. Warehousing and distribution centers relied on the cushion-tire LPG and electric models for pallet stacking and order fulfillment. Manufacturing plants valued the durability and consistent uptime of the IC counterbalance trucks for trailer loading, transfer operations, and production floor logistics. Food and beverage facilities favored the clean-running electric models, while shipping and receiving operations across automotive, retail, and general industrial sectors put the pneumatic-tire CF and MU Series trucks to work on docks and yard surfaces.

Buyers seeking used Nissan forklifts consistently cite the brand's low maintenance costs and durable construction as primary reasons to choose an older unit over a lesser-known alternative. Nissan engineered its trucks with high-quality materials and straightforward service access, keeping downtime and repair bills manageable even on high-hour machines. A large installed base means aftermarket and OEM replacement parts remain widely available from multiple suppliers, reducing sourcing risk on older models. The combination of proven reliability, broad parts support, and competitive pricing on the secondary market makes used Nissan forklifts a practical, cost-effective choice for operations looking to stretch their equipment budget.

Meadoworks is your trusted source for used Nissan equipment. As third-generation industrial equipment dealers and AMEA-certified appraisers with over 50 years of experience, we offer quality-inspected Nissan machines at competitive prices. Most of our Nissan inventory sells before we can list it online — call 800-323-0307 for equipment not yet listed.

Every machine includes detailed specifications and high-resolution photos, and inspection visits are available for most equipment. We ship worldwide with experienced rigging partners and offer financing for qualified buyers. Have Nissan equipment to sell? Get a free valuation or contact our team.