Thinking of buying an order picker but not sure how much to budget for? As of July 2025, this article provides a comprehensive overview of order picker prices in Australia, helping you plan better and choose the right model for your warehouse.
Before you pick an order picker, it’s good to know they’re usually grouped by how high they can lift. Just make sure the type you choose matches your warehouse setup.
Types of Order Pickers by Lift Height
- Low-Level Order Pickers (120–250 mm)
- Mid-Level Order Pickers (3–5 m)
- High-Level Order Pickers (4.5–12 m)
In addition, there are storage assist vehicles—compact machines often used for basic stock picking or facility maintenance. They typically don’t use forks and are suitable for lifting up to 300 kg to a height of around 3–4 metres.
What Affects the Price of an Order Picker?
For new machines, prices generally increase with lift height and features. For used machines, condition and operating hours matter more.
New Order Picker Price Reference (Australia)
- BIG JOE J2: 1.8 m lift / 700 kg – A$23,650 (ex GST)
- ENFORCER OPBLLE07: 1.8 m lift / 700 kg load — Weekly A$81, Estimated purchase price A$10,000
- HELI OPSM: 3.0 m lift / 0.9 t — A$17,950 (ex GST)
- EP JX0 (DJJ listing): 3.0 m lift / 90 kg — Original price A$21,900 (ex GST)
- HANGCHA CJD02-AMC1-M1I: 3.0 m lift / 100 kg — Original price A$17,900 (ex GST)
- EP JX1: 4.8 m lift / 0.5 t — Original price A$23,500 (ex GST)
Used Order Picker Price Reference (Australia)
Sorted by price (low to high):
- Toyota BT OSE120CB: 2.7 m lift / 1.2 t – A$6,950 (ex GST)
- BT OE35: 6.8 m lift / 1.3 t – A$17,900 (ex GST)
- BT OP 1000 HSE (2007): 8.7 m lift / 1.0 t – Currently up for auction, price not listed
Key Components That Affect Pricing
For electric forklifts, the most critical components are the battery, motor, and controller systems. These elements largely determine the overall quality, performance, and reliability of the machine.
So, if you come across two forklifts with the same lift height, capacity, and mast type, but notice a big difference in price, chances are the variation lies in these internal power systems.
Here are some common lithium battery and controller brands used in order pickers:
Common Batteries used forklift
The battery powers the order picker’s lifting and driving functions, directly affecting efficiency and runtime.
Common Controllers used forklift
- Inbor (Yingbo, China): Budget-friendly electric controller
- Curtis (North America, made in China): Widely used, mid-range cost
- Inmotion (Sweden, made in China): Lightweight, industrial use
- ZAPI (Italy): Found in high-end European forklifts
- GE (USA): Legacy brand, used in older models
Popular Order Picker Brands in Australia
- Toyota: Known for the 5000 Series with the ACR System™ for smoother operation and faster lift speeds.
- Crown (USA): Specialised in mid- to high-level pickers; technically mature, slightly premium in pricing.
- Hangcha (China): Full range of pickers, A-Series is popular for cost-performance. DJJ offers local aftersales support in Australia.
- Linde (Germany): Focused on ergonomics and productivity; notable series include the V-Series and N20.
- EP Equipment (China): One of the fastest-growing brands in Australia; compact, user-friendly, and value-driven.
Final Thoughts
If you’re planning to buy an order picker in Australia—whether it’s a compact model for light picking or a high-lift unit for complex warehouse layouts—we’re here to help.
At DJJ Equipment, we offer a range of new order pickers, with local stock in Australia and aftersales support from our experienced team.
Want a price list? Need help comparing models?
Contact us today, and one of our forklift specialists will help you find a solution that fits your budget and warehouse needs.
— FAQ —
An order picker forklift is a specialised lift truck designed to raise the operator to storage rack height, allowing them to manually retrieve individual items or boxes and place them on a picking tray.
An order picker is classified as a Class II electric narrow aisle forklift. hese machines are designed to operate in tight warehouse spaces and allow the operator to be lifted with the load for efficient item picking.
A standard forklift (counterbalance) moves entire pallets from the ground, while an order picker lifts the operator to pick individual items from racking.
High-level order pickers can reach up to 12 metres, depending on the model. Mid-level options typically go up to 5 metres.
Yes. In Australia, operating an order picker requires an LO licence, which covers forklifts that lift the operator. It’s different from the standard LF licence.
