Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAXf2e_O1nk (7 min)

The RF25E is the battery-electric version of the Rippa RF25 forklift. Mike walks around the one we just received, which we are keeping for use at the dealership.

WHAT HE POINTS OUT

- A 5,000 lb lift capacity. The standard forks are shorter, and we ordered ours with 7-foot (84 inch) side-shifting forks. They're heavy: the team used a mini skid steer to lift them on.

- The electric model has a shorter mast than the diesel, about 9 feet 8 inches, and extensions are available.

- Controls: lift, mast tilt, and side shift levers, plus turn signals and lights.

- A small 110-volt battery charger comes with it. The batteries are lead-acid, and Rippa is working on a lithium iron phosphate option.

- The reverse alarm is loud, and Mike says he'll look for a way to muffle it.

PRICE COMPARISON

The RF25E costs less than $1,500 more than the smaller RF15E, which lifts 3,000 lb instead of 5,000 lb, so Mike says it's the better value unless you need the smallest machine.

Questions about forklifts? Call Rippa USA Sales at 817-382-3201 or visit RippaUSASales.com. We deliver nationwide with flat rate shipping, and you get 50% off attachments when you buy a machine from us.