We bought a 2015 John Deere 310 L backhoe, and obtained a class 3 quick attach, forklift carriage for the tractor.
We now need forks.
We have two choices.
We can get a set of 42 inch, class 3 forks that will fit the carriage. They are full taper. New but rusty from being left in the warehouse for years. $250 for two.
We can also get a set of 48 inch, class 3 forks, normal taper but used. $350 for two.
We expect to use these to take pallets off a truck, or move materials around on pallets.
Is 42 inches long enough, and is the full taper a problem in any way? Or should we spend the additional $100 for 48 inch? Is new better than used?
Thanks
We now need forks.
We have two choices.
We can get a set of 42 inch, class 3 forks that will fit the carriage. They are full taper. New but rusty from being left in the warehouse for years. $250 for two.
We can also get a set of 48 inch, class 3 forks, normal taper but used. $350 for two.
We expect to use these to take pallets off a truck, or move materials around on pallets.
Is 42 inches long enough, and is the full taper a problem in any way? Or should we spend the additional $100 for 48 inch? Is new better than used?
Thanks
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