Heavy-Duty Pallet Jacks
SH25 Manual Pallet Jack - 5500 lb (2500 kgs) Capacity
Heavy-Duty Manual Pallet Jacks — 5,500 lb Hand Pallet Trucks
When loads get heavy, you need a pallet jack built to take it. Sumachay’s heavy-duty manual pallet jacks are rated to 5,500 lb (2,500 kg) and engineered for the relentless cycles of busy warehouses, shipping docks, and manufacturing floors across Canada. With reinforced forks, robust hydraulic pumps, and hard-wearing wheels, these hand pallet trucks move full pallets day after day without flinching.
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How to Choose a Heavy-Duty Pallet Jack
1. Rate for your heaviest load, with margin
Pick a capacity that clears your heaviest routine pallet with room to spare. Our heavy-duty jacks carry 5,500 lb (2,500 kg) — sustained overloading wears any pump early, so build in headroom.
3. Match wheels to your floor
Polyurethane wheels run quiet and protect smooth concrete; nylon wheels are harder and shrug off rough docks and debris. Heavier loads favour the more durable wheel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What counts as a heavy-duty pallet jack?
In practice, heavy-duty manual pallet jacks are rated at or above 5,000 lb. Sumachay’s heavy-duty jacks carry 5,500 lb (2,500 kg) — enough for fully loaded standard pallets in warehouse, dock, and manufacturing settings, with the reinforced build to handle repeated daily cycles.
What is the difference between the SH25 and SH25+?
Both are rated 5,500 lb (2,500 kg). The SH25 is the dependable everyday workhorse. The SH25+ is the premium series: reinforced forks that add 400 kg of static load capacity, 100% robotic-welded construction, and an 18-month warranty — built for multi-shift, high-cycle operations.
Can a manual pallet jack really handle 5,500 lb all day?
Yes, within design limits. Heavy-duty manual jacks are built for repeated full-capacity lifts on flat, hard floors. Keep loads centred, avoid shock-loading and overloading beyond the rating, and the hydraulic pump and forks will hold up to daily warehouse cycles.
What floors and environments suit a heavy-duty pallet jack?
Smooth-to-rough concrete in warehouses, on dock plates, and inside trailers — anywhere flat and hard. Choose nylon wheels for rougher docks and debris. Avoid steep grades, soft ground, and outdoor terrain; for gravel or dirt, an all-terrain pallet jack is the right tool.
How quickly can you ship heavy-duty pallet jacks in Canada?
Both the SH25 and SH25+ are in stock and dispatch within 1–2 business days by freight carrier to any Canadian address. Toronto-area customers can pick up same-day or next-day. Manual jacks ship lighter than electric, so freight costs are typically lower.
What warranty and parts support do you provide?
The SH25 includes a 12-month warranty and the SH25+ an 18-month warranty, both covering manufacturing defects. We stock replacement wheels, seals, hydraulic pump assemblies, and handles, so wear items are easy to service on-site with basic tools.
Not sure which model is right for your operation?
Our warehouse equipment specialists can help you choose the right equipment for your space, load requirements, and budget.