What’s your favorite point of view?
The New FL Range from PALFINGER
Truck Mounted Forklifts
Ready to Get Centered with the new middle seat FLM? Or maybe you’re more of a side-view, FLS kind of person?
Either way, it’s time to shake up your perspective on what truck-mounted forklifts can do! It’s no longer just about getting the job done; it’s about doing it safer, faster, and with more control in every environment.
With a full lineup of innovative options, PALFINGER isn’t just ahead of the pack – we’re redefining the whole category.
The Right Solutions for You
For You, The Operator
With both middle and side-seat options, you can choose the ideal vantage point for the job and surroundings. This means better visibility, more comfort, and more confidence in every lift.
For You, The Fleet Manager
Rethink what’s possible with the versatile, high-performance FL range from PALFINGER. Move faster, reach further, lift more weight, reduce costs - and give your operators the comfort and control they need to do their best work.
For You, The Business Owner
Unlock higher profits and fewer headaches. The PALFINGER FL range helps you move faster, reduce risk, and drive productivity — so every load, every shift, and every decision adds up to a stronger bottom line.
PALFINGER FL Range Overview
2,500 kg
Max. Load Capacity
Up to 4,080 mm
Max. Lifting Height
From 1,430 kg
Dead Weight (without forks)
Highlights
Comfort
Enjoy a spacious cabin, intuitive controls, generous legroom, and your choice of a comfortable middle seat (FLM model) or swivel side-seat (FLS model) — all built around you. From ergonomic details that ease strain to clear sightlines that keep you focused, the FL range helps you stay comfortable, alert, and in control, shift after shift.
Safety
With responsive ground controls, the operator can mount and dismount safely without ever needing to climb in first. Once operating, the combination of 360° visibility, powerful LED lighting, an integrated side guard on the side-seat model, and a protective cabin — reinforced in both roof and construction — helps keep you protected and alert.
Performance
Handle heavy pallets, long, bulky loads — and even second-row unloading — with ease. With a certified capacity of up to 2,500 kg in front of the wheels, advanced mast design, integrated sideshift, and precise fork control, you get stable, reliable lifting performance that makes even the toughest environments and trickiest unloading spots feel effortless.
Reliability
Count on rugged construction, smart design, and proven components that deliver — every day, in every condition. And with our global service network, support is never far away when you need it most. Reliability, not liability, keeps maintenance worry-free.
Versatility
Choose the setup that works best for your job — side or center seating, diesel or electric power, and specialized reach systems. With compact dimensions, 180° steering, and a design focused on you, the FL range adapts to your needs while helping you get more done.
Maneuverability
With a 180° steering angle at the rear wheel and tight turning circles, the PALFINGER FL range delivers exceptional maneuverability. From narrow access roads to tight passages between buildings or containers, you’ll stay in control and move smoothly, no matter the challenge.
Electric
With the “electric” models, the FL range offers a fully electric alternative with a maximum system output of up to 26.3 kW. It delivers seamless operations in noise-sensitive urban environments, as well as during nighttime and early-morning work. Additionally, the “electric” models stand out with a groundbreaking low unladen weight for fully electric truck-mounted forklifts.
Areas of Application
Logistics & Transport
The FL series speeds up material handling processes across the entire supply chain: short assembly and disassembly times, agile maneuverability, and compact dimensions ensure maximum efficiency from the distribution center to the final delivery.
Construction − General
In the construction industry, the models score highly thanks to their robust performance, high level of safety and efficiency, making them the ideal choice for demanding construction site applications.
Construction − Heavy Building materials & Long Goods
For transporting heavy building materials and long goods, the FL truck-mounted forklifts offer maximum efficiency and safety on the construction site thanks to their high lifting capacity, 4-way function and precise control options.
Windows, Doors and Gates
Thanks to precise controls, high load capacity and lift height, and an optional 4-way function, large-format, delicate elements can be positioned with millimeter precision. Frames, glass, and surfaces remain undamaged even in confined spaces.
Agriculture and Forestry
In agriculture and forestry, the implements impress with their robust design and excellent off-road mobility.
Landscaping & Horticulture
High ground clearance, customizable tire options, and all-wheel drive ensure traction on unpaved terrain. Pallets of sod rolls, plant containers, or bulk materials can be delivered directly to the work site.
Gas Cylinder Transport
When transporting gas cylinders, the models ensure precise handling and maximum safety for the efficient transport and storage of sensitive goods.
Recycling
Dust- and dirt-resistant components, along with a functional design, make the FL series ideal for demanding operations in recycling yards. Pressed bales, metal containers, or recycling crates are handled safely and economically.
Beverage Markets
The compact design allows pinpoint maneuvering of pallets of bottle crates into the desired spot. The sensitive, low-vibration drive protects glass packaging and ensures breakage-free handling with minimal unloading times. Thanks to the fully electric version, emission- and noise-free operation in the late evening or early morning hours is also possible.
Motorbike Logistics
In motorbike logistics, the truck-mounted forklifts ensure the safe and gentle transport of valuable goods thanks to their smooth response behaviour.
Scaffolding
Powerful feed systems, 4-way functionality, and 360° all-round visibility allow you to handle complete scaffolding packages even on the tightest construction sites. This accelerates deliveries and enhances on-site safety.
Event Technology
High load capacity and agility make the FL series truck-mounted forklifts the ideal partner for delivering and setting up event technology. Heavy, delicate equipment is handled securely and with time-saving efficiency.
Technical Auxiliary Forces & Infrastructure
For use by technical emergency services and infrastructure, the truck-mounted forklifts offer fast operational readiness, high flexibility and reliable performance in demanding environments.
One Range. Two Perspectives.
PALFINGER’s FL range puts you in control from every angle. Choose the vantage point that fits your flow, with options tailored to your jobsite. Built for performance, designed around you, and ready for whatever the day throws your way - it’s your forklift, your rules.
FLS - Side Seat
Shift your perspective to the side with the PALFINGER FLS. Its innovative design focuses on driver safety, job versatility, and overall task efficiency.
Experience the PALFINGER FLS Side-Seat Innovation
The PALFINGER FLS features a patented seat that swings 25° outward for easy entry and tilts 5° inward during operation to protect the driver’s spine. With an integrated safety stirrup, exceptional legroom, and tire options for any terrain, this side-seat powerhouse combines top safety and ergonomics with versatility. Whether you're tackling rough sites or streamlining delivery zones, the FLS helps you stay in control, stay protected, and keep productivity on track.
FLM - Middle Seat
Get Centered with the PALFINGER FLM. Its unique middle-seat design delivers a calm, focused experience, combining comfort and efficiency for superior material handling.
Discover the PALFINGER FLM Advantage
Positioned 1,440 mm high, the FLM 25’s comfortable middle seat offers clear visibility in all directions, even over high loads up to 1,500 mm tall. Stay protected under the large 0.99m² comfort roof with ample leg space. The FLM’s compact 2,160 mm width, with a 1,800 mm rear width, or 1,886 mm (rear 1,750 mm) for the FLM 15, ensures excellent manoeuvrability in tight spaces and enhances stability when attached to the rear of the truck. The efficient mast design with telescopic forks ensures fast handling, while powerful drives and versatile tire options guarantee optimal operation and perfect traction on any surface.
| TECHNICAL DATA | FLS 25 | FLM 25 | FLM 15 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max. Load capacity | 2,500 kg | 2,500 kg | 1,500 kg |
| Lifting height | up to 4,080 mm | up to 4,080 mm | up to 2,200 mm |
| Total width | from 2,235 mm | from 2,160 mm | from 1,886 mm |
| Width at the rear | 2,060 mm | 1,800 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Dead weight (without forks) | from 1,800 kg | from 1,870 kg | from 1,430 kg |
| Seating position | sideways (on the left side) | centred (in the center) | centred (in the center) |
| Seating height | 1,050 mm | 1,440 mm | 1,310 mm |
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| Diesel engine |  | | |
| Electric drive | | | |
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| Standard | | | |
| 4-Way | | |  |
| Reach system | |||
| Telescopic forks | | | |
| Scissor reach (pantograph) | | | |
| Combination of scissor reach with telescopic forks | | | |
| Wheel arms | |||
| Telescopic wheel arms | | | |
| Foldable wheel arms | | | |
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