Hooklift system trucks are available in many different sizes and styles from many different dealers. The benefits of buying one of these trucks can be significant to your business and may save you some money because one truck can do many jobs for you.

Hooklift Systems

A hooklift truck system is a simple design that consists of a robust hydraulic arm mounted to a truck chassis that is designed to support several different containers or bodies. The arm has a hook on the end of it, and the operator can move the arm down and use the hook to grab a container or body then lift it onto the truck.

Because there are so many different containers and bodies available, a truck with a hooklift system on it can change from being a flatbed to a dump truck or grain hauling truck in a matter of minutes. One benefit of that is that you may only need one truck, but if you have several different hooklift trucks, you can interchange the boxes, bodies, and containers between them because they all use the same mounting methods. 

Buying a Hooklift Truck

If you are looking for hooklift trucks for sale, you will need to decide if you want a new truck or if a used hooklift truck will work for you. The trucks are typically worked hard, so if you are looking at used hooklift system trucks, be sure you check the hydraulics, the arm, the hook system, and the rails mounted on the chassis. 

Damage to the truck could be significant if it has been overloaded or used in a way that it was not designed for. If you are buying the truck through a dealer, you have a better chance of getting a hooklift system truck that is in good condition, but looking the truck over is still vital before you buy it. 

Buying Bodies and Attachments

Most dealers with hooklift trucks for sale also deal in the containers or bodies for the hooklift systems. There are many different options, so talk with your dealer about your intended use, and they can help you buy the right truck and get the attachments to do what you need to.

Many common uses include hauling water, sand, grain, or other materials. Take some time to look around before you start looking for hooklift trucks for sale to make sure you can get the right attachment for your needs; then, you can choose a truck to go with them. 

To learn more, contact an auto dealer.