Introduction

If you plan on running a vending machine business, you better not be cheap when it comes to buying a Hand Truck. They are the piece of equipment you’ll be using the most on the job BY FAR. Because most of your job will involve transporting snacks & drinks from one place to another, you want one you can rely on.

In this post, we cover what makes a good hand truck, and help you make a choice for yourself.

What makes a good vending hand truck?

There are a few things that typically make a good hand truck for a vending business:

• The durability
• The type of wheels
• The ability to convert to a hand cart

The Durability

A hand truck’s ability to withstand damage is extremely important. The last thing you want is your hand truck falling apart or giving out on you while you’re about to restock a location. Thankfully, snacks and drinks are not as heavy as moving an actual vending machine, so most handtrucks should be strong enough to get the job done.

In general, you want a hand truck with a capacity of at least 400lbs.

The Type Of Wheels

Handtrucks will usually have one of two types of wheels:

• Hard, solid wheels
• Tires

From our experience, hard solid wheels work better for vending. They can handle more weight, and you have to worry less about what might happen if you run over sharp debris. If you’re using a hand truck with tires in a location such as a factory or manufacturing plant, you might risk the possibility of getting a flat tire, which can be disastrous.

The Ability To Convert Into A Handcart

Some handtrucks can fold and become a handcart.

Aside from durability, this is arguably the biggest factor to consider. If a hand truck can do this, you should strongly consider buying it. A hand truck that folds into a handcart is extremely useful when it comes to carrying large amounts of inventory. It’s easier to carry, and easier to maneuver. You also have a smaller chance of inventory falling off your cart if you run into an accident onsite.

What are some of the best brands for hand trucks?

Brands change all the time so we don’t want to give any specific recommendations. If the handtruck satisfies the previously mentioned guidelines though, chances are it’s worth the purchase.

We’ve had a lot of good experiences with this particular handtruck though:

You can find a link to buy it here.

Conclusion

We hope you found this guide on handtrucks helpful in choosing the right piece of equipment for your vending machine business.

For more posts on running a vending machine business, click here for our vending blog.

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