To ensure the rights of both buyer and seller, a forklift purchase contract usually includes the following important clauses:
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Party Information
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Seller: Company name, tax code, address, legal representative, position.
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Buyer: Company or individual name, tax code (if any), address, representative.
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Forklift Information
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Type: Electric/Diesel/Gas
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Manufacturer, model
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Year of manufacture
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Lifting capacity, lifting height
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Condition: New/Used
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Quantity
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Price and Payment Method
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Unit price per forklift, total contract value (with/without VAT)
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Payment method: bank transfer, installment, etc.
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Payment schedule: Deposit – First payment – Final payment upon delivery
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Payment time and conditions
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Delivery
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Delivery time
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Delivery location
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Transport responsibility (which party bears the cost and risk)
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Handover minutes signed by both parties
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Warranty and Maintenance
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Warranty period (usually 6–12 months for used forklifts, 12–24 months for new ones)
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Warranty conditions (no unauthorized repairs, proper usage, etc.)
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Periodic maintenance service (if applicable)
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Training and Technical Support
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Whether operational training is provided
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Form: On-site, online, user manual
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Breach and Penalties
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Late payment penalties (interest %)
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Failure to receive goods on time
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Violation of technical commitments
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Contract penalties (penalty rate, compensation for damages)
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Contract Termination
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Conditions for termination
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Responsibilities upon early termination
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Dispute Resolution
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Priority to negotiation
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If no agreement, refer to which court
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Other Provisions
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Contract validity
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Number of copies and legal validity
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Signature and seal