Bristol Rigger Special RS80 (1999)

The 1999 Bristol Rigger Special RS80 is a high-capacity forklift built for machinery moving, industrial rigging, equipment installation, and plant relocation projects.

This machine offers a rated lifting capacity of 80,000 pounds at a 24-inch load center. Its substantial capacity makes it suitable for handling presses, transformers, generators, machine tools, and other oversized industrial equipment.

The two-stage mast provides a 102-inch maximum fork height and a 108-inch lowered height. Heavy-duty 96-inch forks deliver the length and support required for large, concentrated loads.

A hydraulic boom and storage stand are included. This attachment allows rigging crews to perform overhead picks and position machinery that cannot be handled effectively from underneath with forks.

Power comes from a Ford big-block engine operating on LP fuel. Solid pneumatic tires provide durable performance while eliminating the risk of punctures associated with air-filled tires.

The forklift also includes two removable 15,000-pound counterweights. These counterweights provide the stability required for heavy lifting and can be removed to simplify transportation between jobsites.

With approximately 1,890 operating hours, this Bristol RS80 represents a low-hour option for companies requiring a specialized machinery-moving forklift. Full service is included to help prepare the unit for its next industrial application.

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Capacity 80,000 lbs @ 24″ Load Center
Hours 1,890
102” lift / 108” Low
2-Stage Mast
96” Forks
LP Boom & Stand
Solid Pneumatic Tires