Load Capacity
1,000 – 3,500 lb
Deck Height
8.5 in
Models available
2 variants
Guaranteed Fit
Fast Shipping
Hassle-Free Returns
Description
🏭Made in USA since 1981
🔒5-year factory guarantee
⏳One-person loading, fixed 15 in ramp
📘 Overview
A forklift loading platform lets one person load and unload heavy, awkward rental equipment on their own, and this is the Star Industries safety platform range. A fixed 15 inch ramp means equipment is walked or rolled onto the deck at ground level rather than lifted, and a simple retaining bar keeps the load from rolling or sliding off in transit. Two models cover different weights: the 1385 with a 48 by 48 inch deck rated 1,000 lb, and the 1388 with a 42 by 62 inch deck rated 3,500 lb, which is the model for floor scrubbers and sweepers. End and side fork pockets let the platform be picked up from either direction.
⚙ Key Features of the Star Industries Safety Loading Platform
- 1385 — 48 in x 48 in deck, 1,000 lb load capacity
- 1388 — 42 in x 62 in deck, 3,500 lb load capacity, sized for floor scrubbers and sweepers
- Fixed 15 in ramp for easy loading
- End and side fork pockets — pick up the platform from either direction
- Simple retaining bar keeps the load from rolling or sliding off
- Slots for standard 2 in straps to secure a load when needed
- Safety chain and locking grab hook secures the platform to the forklift
- Accepts forks up to 2.5 in thick x 7 in wide x 48 in long
- Deck height 8.5 in on both models
- Rugged heavy-duty construction
- A rental yard loading platform and equipment loading platform for one-person operation
- A safety loading platform and loading platform attachment with a forklift loading ramp built in
- A forklift ramp platform, and on the 1388 a scrubber loading platform
- 5-year factory guarantee, made in the USA since 1981
🔑 Why Buyers Choose the Star Industries Safety Loading Platform
- One person instead of two or three — the fixed ramp means equipment is walked on rather than lifted, which is what turns a multi-person job into a single-operator one and shortens customer wait times at a rental counter.
- Fork pockets on the end and the sides — the platform can be picked up from either direction, so it does not have to be repositioned before the forklift can collect it.
- The 1388 is a different tool, not just a bigger one — at 3,500 lb it is built for floor scrubbers and sweepers, which are heavy, low and awkward in a way general rental equipment is not.
- A retaining bar, not just a flat deck — equipment that rolls is the reason loading platforms exist. The bar keeps it in place without needing straps for every movement.
- Strap slots for when the load needs more — standard 2 inch straps pass through slots in the deck for loads that need securing beyond the retaining bar.
📊 Star Industries Safety Loading Platform Specifications
| Model | Deck Size | Deck Height | Load Capacity | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1385 | 48 in x 48 in | 8.5 in | 1,000 lb | General rental equipment |
| 1388 | 42 in x 62 in | 8.5 in | 3,500 lb | Floor scrubbers, sweepers and heavier equipment |
🔄 Overall Footprint (Including Ramp)
| Model | Overall Width | Overall Length | Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1385 | 50 in | 65 in | 8.5 in |
| 1388 | 48 in | 72 in | 8.5 in |
📋 Loading Platform Options at Checkout
| Option as shown at checkout | What you get |
|---|---|
| 48" x 48" Safety Loading Platform w/ Ramp | 1385 — 48 x 48 in deck, 1,000 lb capacity, 50 x 65 in overall with the ramp |
| 62" x 42" Safety Loading Platform w/ Ramp | 1388 — 42 x 62 in deck, 3,500 lb capacity, 48 x 72 in overall; sized for floor scrubbers and sweepers |
🔗 What Ships With the Loading Platform
Both platforms arrive complete: the fixed 15 inch ramp, the retaining bar, strap slots for standard 2 inch straps, end and side fork pockets, and a safety chain with locking grab hook to secure the platform to the forklift. Nothing further is required. If you also need to move trailer-mounted equipment, the Star Load-N-Tow is the alternative — a 48 by 48 inch deck with a ramp that lowers and locks, plus a built-in 2 inch square trailer receiver.
🚜 Which Forklifts Fit This Forklift Loading Platform?
The platform slides onto the forks and accepts forks up to 2.5 inches thick by 7 inches wide by 48 inches long. End and side fork pockets mean it can be collected from either direction, which saves repositioning it in a tight yard. A safety chain and locking grab hook secure the platform to the forklift and should be fitted before lifting. Load capacity is 1,000 lb on the 1385 and 3,500 lb on the 1388 — and your machine load chart at the working height is the governing limit alongside that.
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mounting | Slip-on-the-forks, end and side pockets |
| Accepts forks | Up to 2.5 in thick x 7 in wide x 48 in long |
| Secondary restraint | Safety chain and locking grab hook, included |
| 1385 capacity | 1,000 lb |
| 1388 capacity | 3,500 lb |
❓ Star Industries Safety Loading Platform Questions, Answered
Which safety loading platform should I choose?
The 1385 has a 48 by 48 inch deck rated 1,000 lb and suits general small-to-medium rental equipment. The 1388 has a 42 by 62 inch deck rated 3,500 lb and is sized for floor scrubbers, sweepers and heavier machines. Choose on the weight of what you load.
How does the platform let one person load equipment?
The fixed 15 inch ramp means equipment is walked or rolled onto the deck at ground level rather than lifted. That removes the lift that would otherwise need two or three people.
What is the difference between the deck size and the overall size?
The deck is the usable loading area — 48 by 48 inches on the 1385 and 42 by 62 inches on the 1388. The overall footprint includes the fixed ramp: 50 by 65 inches on the 1385 and 48 by 72 inches on the 1388. Use the deck size to check what fits and the overall size to check where it stores.
How is the load kept in place?
A simple retaining bar stops the load rolling or sliding off. For loads needing more, the deck has slots for standard 2 inch straps.
Can the platform be picked up from any direction?
Yes. End and side fork pockets are both provided, so the forklift can collect the platform from either direction without it needing to be repositioned first.
Will it fit my forks?
The pockets accept forks up to 2.5 inches thick by 7 inches wide by 48 inches long. Measure your forks against those figures before ordering.
Is a safety chain included?
Yes. A safety chain and locking grab hook secure the platform to the forklift, and should be fitted before lifting as a secondary restraint alongside the fork pockets.
What is the difference between this and the Load-N-Tow?
The Safety Loading Platform has a fixed 15 inch ramp and a retaining bar. The Load-N-Tow has a ramp that lowers and locks up for transport, plus a built-in 2 inch square trailer receiver for moving trailer-mounted equipment. Choose the Load-N-Tow if you also tow.
What warranty comes with the loading platform?
The Star Industries safety loading platforms carry a 5-year factory guarantee and are made in the USA.
How do I order and how is shipping calculated?
Add the platform to your cart on eskidsteer.com and complete checkout online, entering your fork dimensions on the order page. Shipping is calculated at checkout once you enter your delivery address.
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