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June 25, 2026
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Equipment and Services
Forklifts
Propane for Forklifts
Have you heard about the Otte Oil & Propane Forklift Exchange Program?If you haven't, then it's about time you jumped onboard! Propane is the top fuel choice of fleet owners, mainly because of how much safer it is for operating forklifts and equipment as compared to using other fuels.
We created our forklift exchange program to make gas supply and delivery a piece of cake for our clients. It's a service we provide that is well-known across Southeast Nebraska for top safety standards and expertise that is trustworthy.
Some advantages of propane powered forklifts:
- Using propane will cut your refuel time in half compared to electric! Try 5 minutes of time to change out a cylinder when an electric forklift can take 8 hours to recharge.
- It’s cost effective. A 2005 study determined that it cost $1.41 per hour of forklift use, while electricity cost $1.48. Doesn’t seem like much, but take into consideration the many hours of operation and how it adds up.
- Automatic safety shut-off features that halt all forklift activity in seconds.
- Clean burning and non-toxic.
Contact us today and find out how propane can change your business for the better. Our representatives are standing by and will get you signed up in no time.
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Frequently Asked
Questions
Why use propane forklifts instead of electric or diesel?
Propane forklifts run cleaner than diesel, refuel faster than electric, work indoors and outdoors, and maintain consistent power throughout a shift - making them a common choice for multi-shift warehouses.
Can you deliver forklift propane to my facility?
Yes. Scheduled and on-call delivery to commercial and industrial sites is available across our southeast Nebraska service area.
Do you offer forklift cylinder exchange?
Yes. We run a forklift cylinder exchange program so you keep full cylinders on-site and swap empties as needed, eliminating downtime and on-site filling.
What size cylinder does a forklift use?
Most industrial forklifts use a 33 lb steel propane cylinder with a horizontal mount. Some run on 43 lb cylinders or are converted to bulk-fed systems for higher-volume operations.
Do you supply propane for forklifts?
Yes. Otte Oil & Propane supplies forklift propane cylinders and bulk fills for warehouses, manufacturers, and distribution centers throughout southeast Nebraska, including Lincoln and the surrounding region.
