STD Taper or Pallet fork: The most popular of all tapers used in picking up skids or pallets.  Normally, tapers begin 16" to 24" from tip and end with a 3/8" tip.

Full Taper:  Taper begins at heel of fork and extends to tip, ending with 3/8" tip.  Can be polished or not.  Good for getting under plywood or cardboard boxes.

Full Taper Polish and Chisel Point:  Same as Full Taper but has 1/8" tip.  Mainly used in plywood applications.