WHAT ARE THE DIMENSIONS OF A 2-POST CAR LIFT?
2-post car lift dimensions vary by model and lifting capacity. For example, the Triumph NT-11 11,000-lb 2-post lift is 116 inches tall and 138 inches wide, with 102 inches of drive-through clearance. The Triumph NTO-11A is 145 inches tall and 145 inches wide, with 108 inches of drive-through clearance, while the Triumph NTO-20S 20,000-lb lift measures 170.5 inches tall and 155 inches wide, with 113 inches of drive-through clearance.
Katool 2-post models also vary in dimensions depending on capacity and design. Because of these differences, always compare the overall height, width, post spacing, and drive-through clearance of the specific lift you're considering with your available garage space.
CAN I USE A 2-POST CAR LIFT IN MY HOME GARAGE?
Yes, a 2-post car lift can be used in a home garage when the garage meets the lift's installation requirements. Requirements vary by model. For example, the Triumph NT-11 requires a minimum 4-inch concrete slab rated at 3,000 PSI, while the Triumph 13,000-lb 2-post lift requires 4,000 PSI concrete. Electrical requirements also vary by model, with Katool offering 110V 2-post lift options, while many of the larger 2-post lifts in our lineup require 220V single-phase power.
Garage height is another important consideration. Triumph 2-post lifts in our lineup range from the C7000 at approximately 7 feet 11 inches tall to larger models such as the NTO-20S at 170.5 inches tall. Measure your garage before selecting a lift and compare your available space, concrete specifications, electrical requirements, and ceiling height with the specifications of the specific model.
CAN A 2-POST CAR LIFT FIT IN AN 8-FOOT CEILING GARAGE?
An 8-foot ceiling provides 96 inches of vertical clearance, so your lift options will be limited. The Triumph C7000 portable 2-post lift is approximately 7 feet 11 inches (95 inches) tall, which is just 1 inch below an 8-foot ceiling. However, its maximum lift height is 69 inches, so the available ceiling height still needs to be considered along with the height of the vehicle being lifted.
Most conventional 2-post lifts in our lineup are considerably taller. For example, the Triumph NT-11 is 116 inches tall, while the NTO-11A is 145 inches tall. If you have an 8-foot garage, carefully compare your 96-inch ceiling height with the lift's overall dimensions and required working clearance before purchasing.