It is indispensable for heavy and bulky loads!
A must-have for warehouses, workshops and even offices, it is extremely practical, and even more so when it comes in foldable format.
Up to 600 kg and even with two trays, discover now my selection of the best industrial trucks!
What is Best Material Handling Trucks in 2022 ?
- Stanley SXWTD-FT585 – My favourite – Foldable, light and robust (2-in-1 cart + hand truck, 137 kg max)
- Stanley SXWTC-PC509-Another good choice, easy to carry and with more capacity (250 kg max)
- Meister 8985630 – Classic platform cart with good price/performance ratio (300 kg max)
- WilTec 61902 – Pro and robust for heavy loads (600 kg max)
- Millman CP300 – French branded 2 platform cart (300 kg max)
Stanley SXWTD-FT585
Editor’s Note: 5 / 5 | Price: See price on Amazon
stanley sxwtd-ft585 material handler A 2-in-1 model for versatility! The Stanley SXWTD-FT585 is not just a simple material handling cart: it also integrates a hand truck in a foldable structure that is very practical but obviously very solid since it is made of steel. If in hand truck mode, its load capacity is limited to 70 kg, it climbs up to 137 kg when switched to cart mode, enough to easily move tools, furniture, household appliances, etc. Switching between the two functionalities couldn’t be simpler since you just have to unfold the 2 extra wheels, put it on the ground and raise the handle to direct it. This system of folding wheels also allows it to take up less space when stored, since it becomes very thin and can be slipped in anywhere, even behind a door!
My opinion: It is a real winner at all levels! This Stanley is a real success, as much in its ingenious design as in its high-quality manufacturing. The fact that it is so versatile is clearly its main asset, and what is pleasing is that it is as handy and practical as a hand truck or a cart. Rather light, it moves with ease while all the folding elements are great so that it takes almost no space when you don’t need to use it anymore. So yes, with 137 kg max, it’s not the most powerful one, but the fact that it combines these two features makes it great for both professionals and individuals. This is definitely my favourite model and I recommend it without hesitation!
Stanley SXWTC-PC509
Editor’s Note: 4.5 / 5 | Price: See price on Amazon
stanley sxwtc-pc509 handling cart A handling cart that folds and unfolds at will! With this SWXTC-PC509, Stanley offers a solution full of advantages to professionals and individuals alike. Its foldable handle allows it to require only a small volume for storage (only 30 cm thick). Unfolded, it offers a large surface (90 x 61 cm) to put all kinds of objects and goods, especially since its maximum load capacity reaches 250 kg! To be perfectly resistant, it opts for an aluminium frame that is as solid as it is light, which also helps it to be easier to handle. The large 127 mm diameter wheels also contribute to the manoeuvrability and the rear ones are equipped with brakes, which guarantees a safe trip, whatever the conditions.
My opinion: If you are looking for a foldable material handling truck that can carry more weight than the Stanley presented before, this other model of the brand should interest you. We are indeed on the same quality of manufacture, with solid materials, perfectly resistant and finishes at the top. And you can also find the same ingenuity in the design with the bar that folds completely on the loading surface to limit the space. With its 250 kg, it also has enough to make it useful while remaining manageable, and I appreciated the little details like the non-slip coating to ensure the safety of the load. In a price range equivalent to the previous model but with a larger capacity, it is a good alternative!
Meister 8985630
Editor’s note: 4 / 5 | Price: See price on Amazon
Meister 8985630 handling trolleyFully designed for the transport of more or less heavy loads! The Meister 8985630 can indeed support up to 300 kg, enough to multiply the possible uses. To make it practical, it is also equipped with brakes that can block 2 of the 4 wheels, while it offers the possibility of holding the object transported firmly in place thanks to the presence of 6 eyelets for passing straps. Even the load surface (91 x 61 cm) has an anti-slip coating as well as a support crosspiece and a threshold to easily transport long pieces such as skirting boards or parquet strips. Perfectly resistant to shocks (steel structure), it also has a foldable structure to be less cumbersome when not in use.
My opinion: This handling cart from Meister is in my opinion one of the best value for money you can find. Even if I am not entirely sure that it is capable of supporting and transporting loads up to 300 kg on a daily basis, it is still very solid and above all very well designed. The brand has thought of everything to make its use as smooth and practical as possible (the eyelets are an excellent idea), and it even has a storage space at the handle, ideal to put tools or small parts, for example. Its assembly is also rather simple and fast, which only confirms the good overall impression. If you want to equip yourself at a lower cost, this is the cart I recommend!
WilTec 61902
Editor’s note: 4.5 / 5 | Price: See price on Amazon
wiltec 61902 material handling trolley one of the strongest carts! The WilTec 61902 is not afraid of heavy loads as it is capable of carrying up to 600 kg on its large 100 x 60 cm loading area. To ensure the safety of the object as well as the driver, a solid 15 mm thick plywood floor covers this surface and comes up to create a protective and/or supporting wall. A parking brake is also present to ensure that the cart is unable to move inadvertently, especially with such a large load. Whether it is used in industry, warehouses or even in postal and administration services, it offers great comfort when handling it, thanks to high quality rubber tires and a large handle that is easy to grip.
My opinion: The handling cart for heavy loads! This WilTec is entirely made to move items weighing up to 600 kg more easily and safely and it doesn’t do things by halves. Unlike most models, it is equipped with 2 really strong walls and the difference is big: whatever you put on it, it will be perfectly secured and won’t move. And that’s without mentioning the fact that this vertical wall is at the same time very reassuring! As for the quality of the manufacturing, I have nothing to reproach. It’s solid, it holds up and the wheels are wide enough for an optimal handling. What to facilitate all the displacements which were formerly the most difficult!
Millman CP300
Editor’s note: 4.5 / 5 | Price: See price on Amazon
millman cp300 industrial truckTwo trays for even more possibilities! This is the design detail that sets the Millman CP300 apart from most other industrial trucks and makes it more useful, whether in the warehouse or the workshop. Designed for intensive use by professionals, its 2 trays of 100 x 60 cm are made of melamine to guarantee all the sturdiness necessary to transport loads up to 300 kg. Very easy to handle, it is equipped with 4 rubber wheels of 130 mm diameter, 2 of which are swivel wheels for a perfect control on smooth and regular floors. At the same time, they are equipped with brakes to prevent unintentional movement. Thanks to a total height of 106 cm, the handle finally guarantees an optimal positioning when moving, even with heavy loads.
My opinion: I wanted to present you this Millman because it is original and it also has what it takes to meet the expectations of people who are looking for an industrial truck with variable height. Even if it is non-electric and the trays are fixed, having one in height can be very practical to put compact but heavy items on it: lifting them to move them is then less tiring and less risky for the back. This is not the only asset of this CP300 which also benefits from an excellent quality of manufacture and a great solidity, worthy of the requirements that one can have when choosing a French brand. It is certainly a little more expensive than the other models of this selection but it is totally worth the investment, especially if you are interested in this combination of 2 trays!
