Two-post
Best when technicians need open access to wheels, suspension and the underside for general repair.
Explore two-post lifts →LIFT BUYING GUIDE
Start with what you lift, where the equipment will go and how the bay needs to work—not simply a model number or advertised capacity.
QUICK COMPARISON
These are starting points. Capacity, clearances and approved vehicle contact points still need to be confirmed for the specific model and vehicle.
Best when technicians need open access to wheels, suspension and the underside for general repair.
Explore two-post lifts →Drive-on convenience for service, inspection and vehicle storage where easy positioning matters.
Explore four-post lifts →Compact options for tire, brake, body and quick-service work in flexible bays.
Explore compact lifts →Mobile-column, platform and inground solutions for buses, trucks, fleets and specialty equipment.
Explore heavy-duty lifts →BEFORE YOU REQUEST A RECOMMENDATION
Good measurements help RML narrow the options faster and reduce avoidable fit, utility and installation surprises.
Heaviest vehicle, wheelbase, tire diameter, lifting points and any future vehicles the bay should support.
Usable width and depth, ceiling height, door tracks, overhead obstructions and vehicle approach.
Concrete thickness, condition, strength and any cracks, seams, drains or embedded systems near the lift area.
Available electrical service, compressed air, lighting and the preferred locations for controls and connections.
Not sure how to measure? Photos of the bay, vehicles, floor and overhead area are useful starting points. Final requirements must still be confirmed against the selected manufacturer’s current installation manual.
CHOOSE YOUR NEXT STEP
The right path depends on how much is already known about the equipment, vehicles and facility.
You know the exact model, capacity and fit, and the product does not require professional installation. Preview the planned online categories or request pricing now.
Preview Shop OnlineUse RML when you need help matching lift type, capacity, accessories or manufacturer options to your vehicles and work.
Request equipment pricingSchedule a design consultation for multiple bays, new construction, uncertain measurements, utility planning or connected shop systems.
Schedule a consultationOpen the five detailed planning decisions.
FIVE DECISIONS
A lift is part of a working system: vehicle, building, concrete, technician and long-term support. Work through these decisions before comparing model numbers.
Document curb weight, wheelbase, tire diameter, lifting points and the heaviest vehicle the bay must support—including future work.
Two-post lifts maximize under-vehicle access; four-post lifts support drive-on service and storage; scissor and low-rise lifts fit fast-service and space-conscious bays.
Check ceiling height, door tracks, usable width, vehicle approach, technician movement, utilities and required safety clearances.
Concrete requirements vary by lift and manufacturer. The specific installation manual—not a general rule of thumb—controls the final requirements.
Include operator training, annual inspections, preventative maintenance, service access, parts support and the accessories needed for your vehicle mix.
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