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Hydraulic Car Lift
Hydraulic car lifts are a solid and reliable choice of equipment to raise cars in automotive workshops and service centres safely and easily. Hydraulic car lifts use hydraulic fluids in order to move and lift a vehicle for service, inspection, and repair. The hydraulic vehicle lift provides accurate and stable lifting. There are different sizes, weight, and configurations of hydraulic car lifts like two-post, four-post, scissor, and in-ground hydraulic car lifts. Because hydraulic car lifts are built so ruggedly, they provide constant lifting balance, have a locking safety lever, and have safety systems for longer service time and security. Hydraulic car lifts can lift many sizes or vehicles from small passenger cars to huge commercial transportation vehicles. Hydraulic car lifts have compact designs; therefore they utilize a maximum of floor space, the motions of lifting and lowering are smooth in motion - making operation easier for the user; and they require very little operational user controls for set up, making lifting automotive work tasks adhere to faster efficiencies when compared to regular service. Low maintenance, highly durable, and designed for long-term usage, hydraulic car lifts are a beneficial investment for any automotive service business seeking to drive productivity and safety. For reliability, precision and performance, hydraulic car lifts are a must-have equipment choice at any auto service location. Invest in the latest and most advanced hydraulic car lift from Aajjo! Read more
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Mild Steel 8 Tons Washing Lift -Twin Post, For Servicing
₹ 2,35,000
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Country of Origin : Made in India |
| Locking System : Manual Lock |
| Number Of Guide Posts : 2 Post |
Hydraulic Car Parking Lift
₹ 4,25,000
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| Maximum Rise : 10 m |
| Model : Hydraulic Car Parking Lift |
| Phase Type : Single Phase |
| Usage/Application : Parking |
Mild Steel Hydraulic Car Lift
₹ 1,00,000
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| Delivery Time : 1 week |
| Locking System : Automatic Lock |
| Maximum Load : 7 Ton |
| Minimum Order Quantity : 1 |
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₹ 1,90,000
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| Lift Drive : Hydraulic Car Lift |
| Lift Type : Car Lift |
| Material : Mild Steel |
| Minimum Order Quantity : 1 Piece |
Car Lift
₹ 1,00,000
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| Automation Grade : Semi Automatic |
| Type : Car Lifts |
| Usage/Application : Lifting Car |
| vo : 220V |
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hydraulic car lift
₹ 7,50,000
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| Locking System : Automatic Lock |
| Number Of Guide Posts : scissor type |
| Overall Width : 3000 mm |
| Power : 3 phase |
Hydraulic Two Post Car Lift, 4-6 tons
₹ 1,35,000
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| Body Material : Stainless Steel |
| Country of Origin : Made in India |
| Features : Two Post Lift |
| Maximum Load : 4-6 tons |
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₹ 2,50,000
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Maximum Load : 3-4 ton |
| Maximum Rise : 5-10 (m) |
| Model : Hydraulic Car Lift |
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₹ 7,50,000
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Capacity : 3-4 ton |
| Material : Mild Steel |
| Maximum Load : 2-4 tons |
2 Post Stainless Steel Hydraulic Car Lift, For Parking, 0-2 tons
₹ 1,60,000
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| Body Material : Stainless Steel |
| Maximum Load : 0-2 tons |
| Number Of Guide Posts : 2 Post |
| Usage/Application : Parking |
Mild Steel Hydraulic Car Lift, 2-4 tons
₹ 1,35,000
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Brand : UTE |
| Country of Origin : Made in India |
| Locking System : Manual Lock |
Mild Steel Legend Elevator Hydraulic Car Lifts
₹ 6,00,000
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| AMC : Provided |
| Application : Parking |
| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Brand : Legend Elevator |
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₹ 1,96,000
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| Minimum Order Quantity : 1 |
| Number Of Guide Posts : 2 Post |
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₹ 1,55,000
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| AMC/After Sales Service available : Yes |
| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Country of Origin : Made in India |
| Delivery Time : 7 |
Hydro Stainless Steel Parking Type Hydraulic Scissors Car Lift
₹ 8,30,000
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| AMC/After Sales Service available : Yes |
| Body Material : Stainless Steel |
| Installation Provided : Yes |
| Maximum Height : Upto 4 Floors |
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₹ 1,20,000
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| After Sales Service : Provided |
| AMC/After Sales Service available : Yes |
| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| I Deal In : New Only |
Hydraulic Car Parking Lift
₹ 1,98,560
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Load Capacity(Ton) : 1-2 ton |
| Max Height(m) : 40-50 feet |
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| 5 : 10 (m) |
| Country of Origin : Made in India |
| Locking System : Automatic Lock |
| Maximum Load : 2-4 tons |
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₹ 1,00,000
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| Model : Hydraulic stack car parking lift system |
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₹ 1,00,000
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Hydraulic Car Lift
₹ 1,10,000
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Electric Mild Steel Hydraulic Car Stacker, For Commercial, Capacity: >8 ton
₹ 2,00,000
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| Load Capacity : 0.5-1 ton |
| Material : Mild Steel |
| Max Height : 10-20 feet |
| Power Source : Electric |
Single Post Hydraulic Car Parking Lift, Maximum Rise(m) 0-5
₹ 1,50,000
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| AMC/After Sales Service available : Yes |
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| Drive Through : 2000mm |
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4 Ton Car Showroom Hydraulic Lift
₹ 4,50,000
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| Lift Drive : Hydraulic Drive |
| Locking System : Manual Lock |
| Maximum Load : 4 Ton |
| Number Of Guide Posts : 1 Post |
2 Post Stainless Steel Hydraulic Car Lift, For Parking, 0-2 tons
₹ 1,00,000
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| Country of Origin : Made in India |
| Locking System : Manual Lock |
| Maximum Load : 0-2 tons |
| Number Of Guide Posts : 2 Post |
Bandi Dhari Industries 10 Feet Hydro Parking Type Hydraulic Scissor Car Lift
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| Brand : bandi dhari industries |
| Car Capacity : 0-5 cars |
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| Platform Area : 20*10 |
Hydraulic Car Parking Lift
₹ 8,00,000
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Maximum Load : 4-6 tons |
| Model : Hydraulic Car Parking Lift |
| Number Of Guide Posts : 2 Post |
Hydraulic Lifts Car Lift
₹ 3,00,000
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| Load Capacity : 2-3 ton |
| Max Height : 40-50 feet |
| Maximum Rise : 5-10 (m) |
| Min Height : 8 Feet |
0-10 Feet Hydraulic Lift, Capacity: 200-1000 kg
₹ 1,00,000
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Capacity : 200-1000 kg |
| Lift Type : Car Lift |
| Operating Height : 0-10 feet |
Mild Steel Low Rise Car Lift, 4 Tons
₹ 1,10,000
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Lift Drive : Hydraulic Drive |
| Lifting Time : 60 Seconds |
| Locking System : Automatic Lock |
Mild Steel Hydraulic Car Lift
₹ 3,20,000
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Brand : Chirag |
| Frequency : 60 Hz |
| Power Source : Hydraulic |
4 Ton Hard Chrome Hydraulic Car Washing Lift
₹ 1,50,000
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| Availability : In Stock |
| Brand : Jetage |
| Hydraulic Cylinder : 270-325 mm |
| Lifting Capacity : 4 ton |
S-S45 Hydraulic Car Lift
₹ 1,35,000
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Brand Name : JOSS |
| Lifting Height : 1800mm |
| Maximum Load : 4 Ton |
₹ 4,10,000
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₹ 2,80,000
Hydraulic Car Lift
₹ 11,00,000
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Capacity : 2 Ton |
| Locking System : Manual Lock |
| Maximum Speed : 0.3 mps |
4 Ton Car Wedding Lift
₹ 1,65,000
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Country of Origin : Made in India |
| Locking System : Automatic Lock |
| Maximum Load : 4 Ton |
₹ 1,85,000
Mild Steel Hydraulic Car Lift, For Showroom, 2-4 tons
₹ 6,00,000
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| Brand : Liftrofab |
| Locking System : Automatic Lock |
| Maximum Load : 2-4 tons |
| Railing On Platform : Provided |
Mild Steel Hydraulic Car scissor Lift, 4 Ton
₹ 2,00,000
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Brand : HK Industries |
| Country of Origin : Made in India |
| Maximum Load : 4 Ton |
Hydraulic Car Lift
₹ 2,50,000
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| Brand : Shivangi |
| Locking System : Automatic Lock |
| Maximum Load : 2 Tons |
| Number Of Guide Posts : 4 Post |
Hydraulic Car Lifts
₹ 3,50,000
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| Capacity : 1000-6000 kg |
| Capacity : 1000-6000 kg |
| Control System : 220 V, 440 V |
| Material : Mild Steel |
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Hydraulic Car Parking Lift
₹ 2,50,000
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| Body Material : Stainless Steel |
| Lift Drive : Hydraulic Drive |
| Lifting Time : 30 Seconds |
| Locking System : Automatic Lock |
₹ 2,50,000
Mild Steel Hydraulic Car Lift
₹ 4,00,000
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Country of Origin : Made in India |
| Load Capacity(Ton) : Upto 6 Ton |
| Maximum Height(m) : 5 m |
Hydraulic Car Lifts
₹ 1,00,000
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| Condition : New |
| Load Capacity : 2-3 ton |
| Max Height : 0-10 feet |
| Model : Hydraulic Car Lifts |
Workshop 4Ton Hydraulic Lift, Capacity: 3 Ton
₹ 1,98,000
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Capacity : 3 Ton |
| Maximum Rise : 10 m |
| Number Of Guide Posts : 4 Post |
4 Ton Hydraulic Car Lift (Kay Engineers)
₹ 7,50,000
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Locking System : Manual Lock |
| Maximum Load : 4 Ton |
| Maximum Rise : 10 m |
2 Ton Hydraulic Car Lift
₹ 2,00,000
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| Color : Yellow |
| Frequency : 50 Hz |
| Locking System : Manual Lock |
| Maximum Load : 2 Ton |
2 Post Mild Steel Multi Storey Car Parking Lift, 4 Ton
₹ 3,50,000
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| Body Material : Mild Steel |
| Brand : M.Tech |
| Country of Origin : Made in India |
| Maximum Load : 4 Ton |
₹ 3,50,000
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What is a hydraulic car lift?
A hydraulic car lift is a machine that raises a vehicle so that people can work under it or park it above another car. It works because Pascal's law says that when you push on a liquid, the push travels in every direction. A small pump pushes oil into a cylinder - the oil shoves a piston upward and the piston carries the car. The parts are one cylinder, one pump, one oil tank, one set of valves and one platform. After the pump fills the cylinder, the piston moves up until the car reaches the wanted height - steel locks drop into place to keep the car there. When work is finished, the operator opens a valve - oil flows back to the tank plus the lift lowers the car under control. Garages choose this type of lift because it is safe, dependable and strong enough to raise heavy vehicles without effort.
How Hydraulic Car Lifts Work?
A hydraulic car lift raises a vehicle for service work. Pascal's law governs the device - any pressure that a closed liquid receives spreads unchanged in every direction. A hand pump sends oil into the bottom of a thick steel tube - the oil shoves a piston upward. The piston carries a platform - the platform carries the car. When the piston reaches the wanted height, steel latches click into place and the oil stays trapped - nothing drifts downward. To bring the car back, the operator opens a valve. Oil returns to the tank - gravity pulls the piston down at a controlled speed. Because the oil shares the load, a short stroke on the pump handle lifts multiple tons without effort.
How safe are hydraulic car lifts?
Hydraulic car lifts stay safe when they are installed and used as the maker intends. Each unit holds automatic safety locks, velocity fuses plus check valves that stop the platform from falling if the hydraulic system fails. An emergency stop button, an overload sensor and an alarm give extra protection to people but also vehicles. Safe operation depends on meeting international safety standards and on scheduled maintenance. The operator must follow the maker's manual, confirm that the lift is anchored to the floor as well as keep the load under the stated weight limit. When those rules are observed, the lift raises and holds a car in a steady, dependable way.
How do you maintain a hydraulic car lift?
A hydraulic car lift needs steady care. Each week look at every hose, cylinder and fitting - if you see a leak or a worn spot, fix it before the next use. Sweep the floor under the lift so grit does not climb into the moving parts. Once a month coat the pivots plus joints with the grease named in the manual - the film cuts friction and keeps metal from grinding metal. Check the oil level in the tank every Monday - if the sight glass drops below the mark, top it up with the grade listed on the tag. Change the oil but also the filter after the hours given in the schedule - old oil carries grit that scars the pump. Press the safety lock bar and hit the red stop button once a week - both must work instantly. Use a wrench to test every anchor bolt - if one turns, tighten it to the torque printed on the chart. Carry out those tasks as well as the lift will raise cars without fail for many years.
What are the different types of hydraulic car lifts and their uses?
Hydraulic car lifts come in multiple types, each suited for different automotive tasks. Two-post lifts suit routine repairs and maintenance because they leave the underside of the vehicle open. Four-post lifts give more stability plus serve heavier vehicles, long term storage or tire changes. Scissor lifts fold in an X-shape, stay compact and fit wheel and brake work. In-ground lifts sit below the floor, save space but also leave a flush surface when idle. Specialty lifts like mobile column lifts and parallelogram lifts meet narrow needs - they handle heavy duty vehicles or allow flexible workshop layouts. The choice among those types depends on workspace size, vehicle weight as well as the work to be done.
Do hydraulic lifts use oil?
Hydraulic car lifts work - pushing hydraulic fluid - usually called hydraulic oil - through the system. The fluid carries force from the pump to the piston and the piston rises and lifts the vehicle. The oil itself does not compress - it is either a mineral product or a laboratory made blend, sometimes with small amounts of anti wear, anti rust or anti foam agents added. Each maker prescribes its own grade - yet most lifts run on a plain non foaming non-detergent hydraulic oil or on automatic transmission fluid. Check the oil level on a fixed schedule and replace it when the maker indicates - clean oil keeps the lift moving smoothly plus safely.
What is the hydraulic system of a car lift?
A car lift uses a simple hydraulic rig. The main part is a steel cylinder that holds a solid piston or ram. The ram pushes the lift platform upward. Oil sits in a tank. An electric motor drives a pump that squeezes the oil. When the operator presses the switch, the pump forces oil into the cylinder. The oil shoves the ram upward and the platform rises with the car. A valve lets the operator set the speed and choose up or down. Steel safety locks click into place once the platform reaches the chosen height - the locks hold the load without further help. To bring the car down, the operator opens a second valve. Oil runs back to the tank and gravity pulls the platform down at a steady, slow speed. The rig works because Pascal's law says pressure in a trapped fluid spreads evenly - a small pump therefore lifts a heavy vehicle.
How long does a hydraulic car Jack take to lift a car?
A hydraulic car jack normally needs about thirty seconds to one minute to raise a car to the wanted height. The exact duration depends on how strong the jack is and on how many strokes the user must apply. Many people press the handle between ten plus twenty times before the car reaches full height - each stroke moves the car up a little. The operation is fast and simple - hydraulic jacks suit everyday jobs like tyre changes or small repairs. The precise time changes with the jack model, the weight of the vehicle but also the strength of the operator - yet in every case the device works far more quickly than a manual jack and gives a steady, controlled lift.
