Moving heavy things is an inevitable part of life and work. If you’ve ever moved house then you know how hard it can be to shift furniture and kitchen appliances without hurting yourself or scratching the walls.
Sack trucks and sack trolleys have been used for centuries to move heavy goods around, using simple physics to make light work of hundreds of kilograms.
Whether you need a folding sack truck for occasional use to keep in the back of your car, or a heavy-duty sack truck or steel trolley for the warehouse, there are options for all occasions. Let’s take a look at some of the features in a bit more detail.
Features
The main consideration you have to make when buying the best sack truck is what you’re using it for.
If you need to take a sack truck with you, then go a folding sack truck or hand truck with an aluminium frame, as this is strong but light. Such a sack truck might not offer as much maximum load capacity, but for example the Wolfcraft TS 850 can still shift 100 kg while weighing less than 6 kg.
The same goes for folding ability. If you have to move 325 kg, the G-Rack T2 is the only one beefy enough for the job but you’ll need plenty of space to store it. The trade-off between rugged ability and portability should help you make an informed buying decision.
Conclusion
When it comes to saving your back and moving things around, any of the hand trolleys on our list are essential items for the garage, warehouse or job site. Look for one with heavy lifting capability, solid wheels and the ability to fold into a small footprint.
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