
Manual Stackers

How to choose
What it is for
- Hydraulic hand stacker for lifting pallets to racks, benches or vehicle beds — occasional use up to ~1 500 kg.
- Small warehouses, workshops, shops.
- Loading machines and work tables.
Check before you choose
- Capacity and lift height (residual capacity drops at height)
- Pallet type: straddle legs for closed-bottom pallets, standard forks for EUR pallets
- Adjustable forks needed?
- Mast height when lowered vs. doorways
Not suitable for
- Frequent or multi-shift use — semi-/full electric
- Heavy pallets above 1 500 kg
- Long distances
What we will ask you before recommending a model
Manual stacker Technical check — we confirm a few parameters and compatibility with you before the order.
- Heaviest load including pallet, packaging and any attachment? Rule of thumb: use at most 80 % of rated capacity for safety and service life.
- How high must the load be lifted — top rack beam, vehicle bed, machine table? How many rack levels? Capacity at maximum height is much lower than nominal (residual capacity). Customers know 'the rack', not millimetres — ask them to measure the top beam.
- Is the load always on a EUR pallet (open bottom)? Or CHEP / closed-bottom / plastic pallets, boxes, or goods placed directly on the forks? Dimensions of the pallet underside? Forks with support legs underneath need an open-bottom pallet. Goods without a pallet load the forks at points and bend them. Pallet compatibility matters more than capacity.
- Lowest passage in the working area (doors, beams, pipes, mezzanine, container, lift)? Ceiling height where stacking happens? Lowered mast height must pass every obstacle; extended mast must fit under ceiling, lighting and sprinklers.
- What is the floor: industrial concrete, asphalt, paving, gravel, uneven, potholes, sharp edges, expansion joints, thresholds, drains? Small polyurethane wheels and no suspension: tolerance for unevenness is very low. Sharp edges cut the PU tread; gaps stop the small load rollers.
- Lifts per day and distance moved? Manual hydraulics and pushing a raised 1 t load are tiring; manual stackers are for occasional use.
Typical mistakes to avoid
- Frequent mistake: closed pallet into which the front legs cannot enter.
- Check residual capacity at height where stated.
Helpful to have ready: Exact pallet dimensions from below · Mass · Shelf height · Aisle · Doors/ceiling · Photo of the floor
Manual material lifter Technical check — we confirm a few parameters and compatibility with you before the order.
- Mass, height, platform or forks, load dimensions, loading method, passages, overall machine height? Not a pallet stacker; at height stability and load geometry dominate.
Typical mistakes to avoid
- Do not equate with a pallet stacker; at height stability and load geometry are critical.
Helpful to have ready: Mass/dimensions · Height · Photos of route and workplace · Attachment method
Manual pallet stackers
A manual stacker lifts pallets with a hydraulic hand pump — no battery, no charger, no licence, minimal maintenance. That makes it the most economical way to stack pallets, feed workbenches and load machines where lifting happens a few times per hour rather than continuously. The RVV range covers 500 kg, 1000 kg and 1500 kg capacities with lift heights from 1000 up to 3000 mm.
For closed (non-Euro) pallets and special loads there are variants with adjustable forks (RVV-PV), forged adjustable forks (RVV-KPV) and straddle legs (RVV-DSV), plus the VVR material lifter that takes 200–350 kg up to 7.4 m for installation work. When stacking becomes frequent, step up to semi-electric or full-electric stackers; for pure horizontal transport a hand pallet truck is enough. Contact us with your pallet type, load and target height and we will pick the right stacker.
Frequently asked questions
What capacities and lift heights do manual stackers cover?
The RVV range covers 500 to 1500 kg with lift heights from 1000 to 3000 mm depending on the model; the VVR material lifter takes lighter loads (200–350 kg) up to 7.4 m. Note that with stackers the rated capacity may reduce at maximum height — check the load diagram on the product page.
Can a manual stacker handle closed pallets?
A standard stacker's straddle legs run under the pallet, which works for open Euro pallets. For closed or bottom-boarded pallets choose a model with adjustable forks (RVV-PV/RVV-KPV) or with extended straddle legs (RVV-DSV) that embrace the pallet instead of running under it.
Manual, semi-electric or full-electric stacker?
Manual pays off for occasional lifts — a few pallets per hour. Semi-electric models power the lift while you still push by hand; full-electric stackers power both travel and lift and are the right choice once stacking is a continuous part of the workflow.
How quickly can a manual stacker be delivered?
Request a quote on the product page with the capacity and lift height you need and we will confirm availability, the current lead time and the delivery cost for your location.