Swing reach forklift trucks are compact and provide excellent maneuverability for storing and retrieving pallet loads in narrow aisle applications. The truck, designed with a patented 180-degree swing reach mast and AC drive control, is ideally suited for narrow aisles or confined spaces. The trucks are found in a host of industrial and commercial applications, such as: food distribution centers, do-it-yourself home centers, industrial warehouses, manufacturing plants, processing facilities and assembly lines, among others. The truck has an ergonomically designed driver's cab that provides unobstructed views of the forks, load and aisle way. An adjustable steering column allows the driver to operate the electronic steering for effortless maneuverability, even in confined areas.