The H50FT is Hyster's volume champion — a 5,000 lb LPG pneumatic lift from the Fortis line that squares up directly against Toyota's 8FGU25 in nearly every yard in America.
Get Free Quotes 👑A 5,000 lb capacity LPG counterbalance on pneumatic tires, commonly configured with the Mazda-based or PSI engines depending on year, three-stage masts in the 187-inch class, and Hyster's DuraMatch transmission on many builds. As always, the data plate governs — mast and attachments change real capacity.
New pricing typically lands a touch under equivalent Toyotas, roughly $28,000 to $36,000 depending on configuration. Used H50FTs are plentiful: expect around $10,000 to $20,000 for clean mid-hour examples, with the deep supply keeping prices competitive.
Strengths: rugged frame and driveline, strong dealer network, comfortable operator package, and aggressive pricing versus Toyota. Watch-points: resale value trails Toyota somewhat, and on higher-hour units, buyers should pay attention to transmission service history and cooling-system condition.
Confirm engine variant and its service records, test the transmission through direction changes for smooth engagement, inspect mast rollers and chains, and check the frame around the steer axle on hard-worked units. A pre-purchase inspection is cheap insurance on any used lift.
The Yale GLP050 is its corporate twin (same Hyster-Yale parent — often the same machine in different paint), while Toyota 8FGU25, Cat GP25N, and Doosan/Bobcat equivalents complete the shortlist. Quote at least the twin and the Toyota to see the real market.
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They are corporate siblings under Hyster-Yale and share substantial engineering. Differences are largely in branding, dealer network, and trim — which is why quoting both often reveals a meaningful price gap on essentially similar iron.
Roughly $10,000 to $20,000 for typical used examples depending on year, hours, and condition. High supply keeps the market competitive — always compare multiple dealer quotes.