Single Fork Electric Pallet Truck — Powered Walk-Behind Specialty for Loads with Only One Fork Pocket
The EPT-SF is engineered for jobs where a standard two-fork pallet truck won't work. The single fork design picks up loads through one fork pocket — enabling powered handling of half-size pallets, bulk containers with center pockets, and specialty industrial containers that standard pallet trucks can't access. Walk-behind setup with centralized handle controls, 2,600 lb capacity, 12" narrow overall fork width for crowded operations, and a powder-coated finish for added toughness.
Why It's Different: Standard pallet trucks have two forks designed for the dual-pocket configuration of standard GMA pallets. Half-size pallets, bulk containers, and many specialty industrial containers have only ONE fork pocket — making them impossible to handle with standard equipment. The EPT-SF solves this with a single fork design specifically engineered for these non-standard loads. The 12" overall fork width is also significantly narrower than standard EPTs, fitting through tight spaces and crowded operations where standard equipment won't.
Choose Your Fork Length:
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EPT-SF-1232-26 — 32" fork length with Black/Yellow color scheme. Best for half-size pallets (24" × 32" GMA halves) and shorter bulk containers. Net weight 582 lbs.
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EPT-SF-1248-26 — 48" fork length with Black color scheme. Best for longer loads, full-depth bulk containers, and specialty crates needing extended fork reach. Net weight 620 lbs.
Key Features:
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Single Fork Specialty Design — One fork picks up loads with a single fork pocket.
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Compact 12" Overall Fork Width — Narrow profile for crowded operations.
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Single Handle Control — Centralized controls for precise positioning.
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Walk-Behind Setup — Standard ergonomic operator position.
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2× 12V Battery System (24V total) — Battery operated for steady continuous use.
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Powder-Coated Finish — Baked-on durability for added toughness.
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Rolls Smoothly Over Various Surfaces — Standard warehouse floors, smooth concrete, tile, polished surfaces.
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2,600 lb Capacity — Sufficient for typical single-pocket loads on both fork lengths.
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3 Product Videos Available — One embedded above, two additional on Vestil's YouTube channel.
Best For: Retail distribution with half-size GMA pallets (24" × 32"), grocery distribution with split-case operations, display pallet handling (half-pallet promotional displays), pharmaceutical and cosmetics distribution with smaller batch sizing, single-pocket bulk container operations (IBCs, totes), specialty industrial containers with center fork access, custom shipping crates designed for single fork, manufacturing input containers with single pocket, drum bases with center fork pockets, light component distribution in tight aisles, small batch production logistics, cleanroom operations with single-pocket containers, lab and R&D operations, department store backrooms, grocery back-of-house, pharmacy distribution, and trade show/event single-pocket case handling.
⚠️ CRITICAL — Single Fork Pocket Loads ONLY: The EPT-SF is NOT compatible with standard GMA pallets (which require two-fork access). This product ONLY works with loads designed for single fork pocket entry: half-size pallets, bulk containers with center pockets, and specialty industrial containers. Verify your load configuration before ordering. For standard GMA pallet handling, see our standard two-fork EPT lines.
⚠️ 2,600 lb Capacity Ceiling: Lower than standard two-fork EPTs (3,300-4,500 lbs). For heavier loads, see our EPT Fully Powered or heavy-duty backrest EPT lines.
⚠️ Color Difference Between SKUs: The 32" variant ships in Black/Yellow (high-visibility yellow accent). The 48" variant ships in Black only. Choose based on your facility safety/visibility preferences.
⚠️ Battery System Verification: The two SKUs may ship with different battery configurations based on supplier availability — some shipments use Midwest Battery (lead-acid wet cell, requires water topping and ventilated charging), others use Lvdao battery (different supplier). Contact us before ordering if specific battery chemistry is important to your facility — we can confirm current shipment battery type with Vestil for your specific purchase.
⚠️ Onboard Charger Inclusion TBD: Vestil's product page does not specify whether an onboard charger is included. Contact us to confirm charger inclusion before ordering — if not included, buyers must purchase a compatible 24V charging station separately.
Documentation Note: Owner's manual is not currently published on Vestil's product page for the EPT-SF line. Engineering drawings, testing certificates, SDS sheets, marketing brochure, and 3 product videos ARE available (linked below). Contact us if you need additional documentation for your purchase decision — we can request it from Vestil for your specific purchase.
⚠️ LTL Freight Delivery Required: At 582-620 lbs net weight, the EPT-SF ships via LTL freight — not UPS or FedEx.
| EPT-SF-1232-26 (32" Fork Length, Black/Yellow) |
| Description |
Steel Electric Pallet Truck with Single 32" Fork, 2,600 lb Capacity, Black/Yellow, Powder-Coated |
| Uniform Load Capacity |
2,600 lbs |
| Overall Fork Width |
12" |
| Overall Fork Length |
32" |
| Fork Configuration |
Single Fork (One Fork Pocket Load Access) |
| Drive |
Fully Electric (Battery Powered) |
| Lift |
Fully Electric Hydraulic |
| Battery System |
2× 12V (24V Total) — Midwest Battery Lead-Acid Wet Cell per SDS |
| Onboard Charger |
⚠️ Not Specified by Vestil — Confirm Before Ordering |
| Operator Position |
Walk-Behind |
| Handle Controls |
Single Handle with Centralized Operator Interface |
| Surface Compatibility |
Standard Warehouse Floors, Smooth Concrete, Tile, Polished Surfaces |
| Color |
Black / Yellow (High-Visibility Accent) |
| Finish |
Powder-Coated |
| Construction |
Welded Steel |
| Net Weight |
582 lbs |
| EPT-SF-1248-26 (48" Fork Length, Black) |
| Description |
Steel Electric Pallet Truck Single Fork 48" Length, 2,600 lb Capacity, Black, Powder-Coated |
| Uniform Load Capacity |
2,600 lbs |
| Overall Fork Width |
12" |
| Overall Fork Length |
48" |
| Fork Configuration |
Single Fork (One Fork Pocket Load Access) |
| Drive |
Fully Electric (Battery Powered) |
| Lift |
Fully Electric Hydraulic |
| Battery System |
2× 12V (24V Total) — Lvdao Battery per SDS |
| Onboard Charger |
⚠️ Not Specified by Vestil — Confirm Before Ordering |
| Operator Position |
Walk-Behind |
| Handle Controls |
Single Handle with Centralized Operator Interface |
| Surface Compatibility |
Standard Warehouse Floors, Smooth Concrete, Tile, Polished Surfaces |
| Color |
Black |
| Finish |
Powder-Coated |
| Construction |
Welded Steel |
| Net Weight |
620 lbs |
Owner's manual for the EPT-SF line is not currently published on Vestil's product page. As an authorized Vestil dealer, we can request this documentation from Vestil for your specific purchase. Additional product videos (3 total — 1 embedded above, 2 additional available on Vestil's YouTube channel).