The 9 Best Pallet Pullers

This wiki has been updated 25 times since it was first published in October of 2018. Even if a full pallet weighs several tons, you still have to find a way to move it from one place to another. By attaching one of these pullers via a chain or cord to a forklift, you’ll be able to slide a huge load across a flat surface to a convenient location for unloading or lifting into a truck. Most of these have a scissor-style design for quickly clamping on. When users buy our independently chosen editorial choices, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

This wiki has been updated 25 times since it was first published in October of 2018. Even if a full pallet weighs several tons, you still have to find a way to move it from one place to another. By attaching one of these pullers via a chain or cord to a forklift, you’ll be able to slide a huge load across a flat surface to a convenient location for unloading or lifting into a truck. Most of these have a scissor-style design for quickly clamping on. When users buy our independently chosen editorial selections, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. Vestil PAL-16

The Vestil PAL-16 (appx. $80) opens wide and bites down hard, whether you’re clamping it to a wood, plastic or metal surface. It’s compatible with a variety of pallets and skids, and it can reliably pull up to 6,000 pounds. The vibrant red color is highly visible, too.

3 quantity options
Large loop for easy chain attachment
Does not bend or warp over time

2. Pit Bull CHIC3960

Hauling a load of 2,000 pounds or less will be no problem whatsoever with the Pit Bull CHIC3960 (around $45), which is a nice value for such a heavy-duty tool. Its pivot pins are tight and reliable, helping to ensure that the whole device works like a well-oiled machine.

Weighs only 10 pounds
Does not tend to rust
Simple for 1 person to use

3. JLTC PP20

Once the JLTC PP20 (appx. $60) bites down on your pallet, that thing is only going where you direct it. Its jaws open a reasonable 5.5 inches, which gives you some flexibility in attaching it to different types of loads. It’s large, but not difficult to manage.

Easy-to-adjust jaw width
30-inch chain attachment included
Surface is resistant to grease

4. Black Bull Papul

As you pull a load with the Black Bull Papul (appx. $59), the intensity of its grip will increase, so there’s no reason to worry about your pallet somehow becoming detached. Its capacity is one ton, making it ideal for work in small warehouses or retail shops.

Requires little to no maintenance
Jaw arms are thick and strong
Paint does not chip easily

5. Vestil PAL-14

An effective alternative to scissor-style models, the sleek Vestil PAL-14 (appx. $78) is suitable for use on both metal and wooden pallets. As long as you clean it regularly and remember to keep it lubricated, it should operate fluidly each time you put it to use.

Has a handle for easy positioning
5000-pound pulling capacity
Maintains its grip well

6. Jorestech Clamp

When you’re hauling important cargo out of the bed of a truck or a storage container, you want to know your gear is secure. The heavy-duty Jorestech Clamp (around $68) is an industrial-grade model, built with reliable gripping studs and a solid coating for protection.

Bright color for visibility
Grip gets tighter as you pull
Stands up to plenty of abuse

7. Vestil PAL-12

You provide the smooth floor and the forklift, and the Vestil PAL-12 (about $65) will make sure your load makes it to its destination in a steady, efficient manner. Its rugged teeth do not tend to accumulate dirt or debris, and it comes with a tough chain attachment.

Choose from a single or 2-pack
Made of corrosion-resistant steel
Wide 7-inch jaw opening

8. Vergo Industrial

Attaching the Vergo Industrial (about $49) to a pallet is darn near effortless, thanks to its simple single-scissor construction and heavy-duty teeth that grip surfaces like a puppy’s mouth latches onto a plaything. The maximum jaw width is a touch over five inches.

Resilient powder-coated finish
Opens and closes smoothly
May not live up to its weight rating

9. Shop Tuff STF-3000PP

The Shop Tuff STF-3000PP (around $50) isn’t the most versatile model, as the jaws don’t open quite as wide as many other options. It is, however, well-built and durable, with a strong loop attachment on the end, so it should be able to haul freight for years to come.

1-year warranty against defects
Spring-loaded for secure clamping
Jaws could use a tighter bite

Last updated by Sam Kraft

In addition to his corporate career as a marketing and communications professional in Chicago, Sam runs a popular blog that focuses on the city’s flourishing craft beer and brewery scene. He received his degree in journalism from DePaul University (which spurred his interest in freelance writing) and has since spent years developing expertise in copywriting, digital marketing and public relations. A lifetime of fishing, hiking and camping trips has left him well-versed in just about any outdoors-related topic, and over several years spent working in the trades during his youth, he accumulated a wealth of knowledge about tools and machinery. He’s a travel junkie, a health and fitness enthusiast, and an avid biker.

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