Abstract: In a forklifter with an operator's platform supported at the vehicle frame, the platform is formed by a floor plate underneath which are provided mounting supports for the actuating devices which are accessible from the operator's platform and are connected with the installations to be actuated by way of connecting lines; the actuating devices are supported in a tub-shaped housing open in the direction toward the floor plate which, together with the actuating devices and the connections thereof, forms a preassembled unit which is inserted between cross bearers of the superstructure and is retained thereat in a detachable manner.