Straddle Stackers

Straddle stackers are electric stackers with two support legs that straddle the load, giving you the stability to lift and stack pallets in aisles too tight for a forklift. Our straddle stackers put powered lifting within reach of smaller warehouses and shops — stack racking, load trucks, and move pallets without the cost or footprint of a full forklift.

Straddle vs. Counterbalance Stackers

A straddle stacker uses outrigger legs under the load for stability, so it stays compact and works narrow aisles. A counterbalance stacker carries weight in the chassis instead of legs, letting it approach closed-bottom pallets and shelving the legs can't straddle — at the cost of a larger footprint.

• Leg spread: Confirm the straddle legs clear your pallet width and any bottom stringers.
• Lift height: Match maximum fork height to your top rack level.
• Capacity: Rate above your heaviest loaded pallet, and check capacity at full height.

What to Look For

• Powered vs. manual drive: Powered drive reduces operator effort on longer runs and ramps.
• Battery type: Consider charge time and duty cycle for how hard the unit will run.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a straddle stacker best for?

Lifting and stacking pallets in tight aisles where a forklift won't fit, at a lower cost and smaller footprint.

Will the legs fit my pallets?

Check the leg spread against your pallet width. Open-bottom pallets work well; closed-bottom pallets may call for a counterbalance stacker instead.

How high can it stack?

That depends on the model's rated lift height — match it to your top rack beam with clearance to spare.

Every straddle stacker ships free to the lower 48 and is backed by our price match guarantee. Tell us your pallet type and lift height, and we'll spec the right stacker — call or text 331-272-5655.