Stellar Machinery supplies forklifts purpose-built for loading, unloading, and manoeuvring shipping containers, whether you’re working in a freight yard, logistics hub, or import/export warehouse.
Browse our full range of forklifts available for sale and hire. Filter by category, brand, and load capacity to find the right machine for your business.
When precision, power, and clearance matter, these forklifts get the job done.
These forklifts are designed to work inside and around standard 20ft and 40ft shipping containers, with container masts that lower to fit inside the entry height and allow clear stacking.
Container masts give you the visibility and clearance you need when operating in tight spaces — including inside the container itself.
With wide chassis, larger tyres, and stability-enhancing design, these forklifts can operate safely across yard ramps, container docks, and rough surfaces common at freight sites.
Shipping container forklifts are specialised material handling units designed to operate inside and around ISO shipping containers. The key feature is the container mast, which collapses low enough to enter the container and raises high enough to handle standard pallet racking or deck stacking.
They are used in freight forwarding, warehousing, logistics yards, customs areas, and any site where product is loaded into or unloaded from sea containers. Many of these units are built with reinforced masts, wider forks, and enhanced cooling systems to handle the demanding pace of freight operations.
Whether you’re unloading a high cube container in a tight yard or stacking full pallets into a 40-footer, Stellar Machinery’s range of shipping container forklifts gives you the capability and confidence to get it done.
Talk to Stellar Machinery, we’ll help you choose the right unit for your yard layout, container flow, and load types. We can even advise on loading dock compatibility and container ramp selection.
Looking to upgrade or expand your container handling capacity?
Stellar Machinery supplies a range of container-ready forklifts for sale, built for NZ freight, logistics, and warehousing operations.
Contact us for current inventory, pricing, and expert guidance.
Need a forklift for container lifting and unloading, peak shipping season, or temporary logistics work?
We offer container-capable forklift hire across Auckland and beyond, including fast delivery and short- or long-term rental terms.
Let us know your container volume, terrain, and load type — we’ll match the right rental.
Working on a budget or looking for a backup unit? We regularly stock used container forklifts that are fully inspected, serviced, and ideal for light-to-medium container work.
Used stock changes weekly, get in touch to see what’s available today.
Stellar Machinery provides forklift sales, hire, and servicing across New Zealand. With locations nationwide, our team is here to support your business—get in touch today.
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Paul Tregonning – Director
Rohit Lingam – Group GM
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Paul Tregonning – Director
Rohit Lingam – Group GM
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Paul Tregonning – Director
Rohit Lingam – Group GM
Kaushal Nath
Paul Tregonning – Director
Rohit Lingam – Group GM
Kaushal Nath
Paul Tregonning – Director
Rohit Lingam – Group GM
