What do you look for in a forklift?

Great advice so far. I'll amen a few things others have said. #1, and first thing I would look for if I ever bought another forklift....pneumatic tires! #2 Propane powered....and have a few tanks. At least one to run on and a full spare waiting in the wings. #3 get one plenty big enough to do what you need, but not so big it will always be in your way when it sits. One the size of the Yale Steve posted in reply 16 should be plenty. Have fun with it!