Note: This page is for Hyster forklifts only. To find a serial number for a forklift of a different brand, click here for our other guides.
Direct Way
The most direct way to do a Hyster forklift serial number lookup is to check the nameplate (also called a data tag). This helpful little plate includes lots of various information about your forklift–how much it can lift, how much it weighs, which model it is, and (most importantly) its serial number. On a Hyster forklift, the nameplate looks like the photo on the left and is often found near the dashboard, like in the photo on the right:
Checking the nameplate is the quickest and easiest method of discerning the serial number of your forklift. But what if the nameplate wears down or has fallen off? You’re not out of luck just yet. Sometimes, a forklift’s serial number can be found in its electronic system or physically stamped on its frame. Below is a list of many different models of Hyster forklifts and where their serial numbers can be found.
Walkie / Pedestrian Jacks


• A229 (B60Z and B80Z): see highlighted number in Figure 1
• A229 (W60Z, W65Z, and W80Z): see highlighted number in Figure 2
• B230 (B60Z and B80Z): see highlighted number in Figure 1
• B230 (W60Z, W65Z, and W80Z): see highlighted number in Figure 2
• B233 (B60Z and B80Z): see highlighted number in Figure 1
• B233 (W60Z, W65Z, and W80Z): see highlighted number in Figure 2
Riders
• A214: right-hand of the frame rail, near the counterweight
• C024: right-hand side of the frame, near the counterweight
• D001: rear of the base frame (two lines) in front of the steering tire, on the right-hand side
• D004: right-hand side of the frame near the counterweight
• E010: right-hand side of the frame, under the floor plate; electronically, follow the steps in Figure 3
• E114: stamped on top of the rear bulkhead of the frame, inside the right rear leg of the overhead guard
• F001: right-hand side of the frame, under the floor plate; electronically, follow the steps in Figure 3
• F108: stamped on top of the rear bulkhead of the frame, inside the right rear leg of the overhead guard
• F114: stamped on top of the rear bulkhead of the frame, inside the right rear leg of the overhead guard
• F187: right-hand side of the frame, under the floor plate; electronically, follow the steps in Figure 3
• G004: right-hand side of the frame, under the floor plate; electronically, follow the steps in Figure 3
• G006: right-hand side of the frame near the counterweight
• G108: stamped on top of the rear bulkhead of the frame, inside the right rear leg of the overhead guard
• H177: front crossmember of the frame, on the right-hand side
• J004: right-hand side of the frame, under the floor plate; electronically, follow the steps in Figure 3
• L177: right-hand side of the frame, under the floor plate; electronically, follow the steps in Figure 3
• N005: right-hand side of the frame, under the floor plate; electronically, follow the steps in Figure 3
• P005: right-hand side of the frame, under the floor plate; electronically, follow the steps in Figure 3

One last thing! If you have a Hyster forklift parts catalog, often the serial number will be printed on the front cover of this catalog/parts manual.
We also offer our Hyster Forklift Parts Manual for your convenience.
I have a hyster forklift serial number c004dc41602 I’m trying to figure out what engine is in it thanks
Neither Hyster serial numbers nor model numbers give indications on engine type, you just need to ID and know what you’re looking at.
If it’s gas or LPG, then it’ll be a GM 350
If diesel, then Perkins 4.236
I have what I believe is a 1970’s era Hyster forklift that I’m trying to identify Model # on. Is there any way to post Pics showing the forklift to see if anyone can offer any ideas on the Model? Let me know
please email [email protected] attn mvt
I have a H50XL with a SN B177B03045L it has a Isuzu diesel engine in it. Question: what is the engine model ?
C240
I have a model 80 hyster sn ZA106997 can you tell me what engine and year it is?
I got an older hyster forklift whit number D3D5923 can you help me find out what year and model is it
You are missing the last digit which is a letter and will determine the year built.
I have a hyster forklift no idea what year or model. Serial number B412683H could you please help me with year and model . Thanks
Hi I have a H60C can you tell me where I can find the numbers on the lift cylinder
Usually quite difficult in that age range.