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BendPak 12AP-SRT Short-Rise Two-Post Car Lift β 12,000 lb Capacity β Floorplate Design
Versatility & Precision in Every Lift
The BendPak 12AP-SRT Short-Rise Two-Post Car Lift is the ultimate solution for professionals who need a high-performance lift that adapts to various tasks. Engineered for tire changes, wheel alignments, and heavy-duty servicing, this lift is perfect for those working with trucks, SUVs, and other large vehicles. With a 12,000-lb lifting capacity, the 12AP-SRT offers seamless adaptability between symmetric and asymmetric configurations, ensuring precision, safety, and efficiency every time.
Key Features β 12AP-SRT
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Durable Powder-Coat Finish for long-lasting protection
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Power Side Post supports the power unit, safety lock release handle, and lowering handle
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Exclusive Bi-Metricβ’ Arm Design for more versatile arm positioning
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Four cradle adapters included to raise trucks and SUVs (body-on-frame style)
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Single-Point Safety Release for easy and safe operation
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Drop-End Arms provide a lower pad height, ideal for low-clearance vehicles
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Dual Hydraulic Direct-Drive Cylinders for smooth, synchronized lifting
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Electric / Hydraulic HVLP Power System for quiet and efficient operation
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Self-Lubricating Dura-Glide UHMW Polyethylene Bearing System ensures smooth travel
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Safety Locks in each column, spaced every 3β³, for secure lifting positions
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Automatic Arm Restraints withstand over 2000-lbs of side force, preventing unplanned movement
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Heavy-Duty Β½β Aircraft-Quality Equalizer Cables for added durability
Specifications
Capacity
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Lifting Capacity: 12,000 lbs (5,443 kg)
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Max Capacity / Front Axle: 6,000 lbs (2,722 kg)
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Max Capacity / Rear Axle: 6,000 lbs (2,722 kg)
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Max Load per Arm: 3,000 lbs (1,361 kg)
Rise
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A β Rise: 72β³ (1,829 mm)
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B β Rise + Pad Only: 76β³ (1,930 mm)
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C β Rise + Pad + Adapter: 86β³ (2,184 mm)
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D β Min. Height + Pad: 4β³ (102 mm)
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Time to Full Rise: β 45 seconds
Outside Dimensions
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E β Height Overall: 140β³ (3,556 mm)
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F β Width Overall: 132β³ (3,353 mm)
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G β Outside Columns: 120β³ (3,048 mm)
Inside Dimensions
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H β Inside Columns: 102β³ (2,591 mm)
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I β Drive-Thru Clearance: 94β³ (2,387 mm)
Arms & Pads
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K β Front Arm Reach (Min): 22β³ (559 mm)
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K β Front Arm Reach (Max): 49β³ (1,245 mm)
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L β Rear Arm Reach (Min): 30β³ (762 mm)
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L β Rear Arm Reach (Max): 57β³ (1,448 mm)
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Screw Pad Adjustment: 2β³ (51 mm)
Power Unit
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Motor: 220 VAC / 60 Hz / 1 Phase
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Noise Level: < 70 dB
Optional Add-Ons
Frame Cradle Pads
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Set of 4 heavy-duty pads
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Polyurethane-lined to protect vehicle frames
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Ideal for trucks and body-on-frame vehicles
Medium Adapter (60 mm Pin)
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Set of 4 β 2.5β³ height
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For vehicles with uneven underbodies or high-clearance
Tall Adapter (60 mm Pin)
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Set of 4 β 5β³ height
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Adds vertical reach for larger vehicles
WSA-100 Work Station
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Four 110V GFI-protected outlets
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Two air-service outlets for tire inflation and pneumatic tools
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Built-in regulator, filter, and oiler
Specifications
Capacity
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Lifting Capacity: 12,000 lbs (5,443 kg)
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Max Capacity / Front Axle: 6,000 lbs (2,721.5 kg)
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Max Capacity / Rear Axle: 6,000 lbs (2,721.5 kg)
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Maximum Capacity per Lift Arm: 3,000 lbs (1,360 kg)
Dimensions
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Width Overall: 155 in (3,937 mm)
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Base Plate Width: 26.5 in (674 mm)
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Post Height: 93.5 in (2,377 mm)
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Drive-Thru: 102.25 in (2,598 mm)
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Inside Posts: 119 in (3,026 mm)
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Outside Posts: 142 in (3,606 mm)
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Minimum Height with Pad: 4.25 in (105 mm)
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Max. Lifting Height: 46 in (1,168 mm)
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Max. Rise: 42.75 in (1,089 mm)
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Min. Height with Adapters (5 in + 2.5 in): 11.75 in (298 mm)
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Floor Plate Height: 1.5 in (36 mm)
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Floor Plate Width: 9.5 in (240 mm)
Arms & Pads
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Front Arm Reach (Min): 26 in (659 mm)
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Front Arm Reach (Max): 55.25 in (1,403 mm)
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Rear Arm Reach (Min): 29.25 in (745 mm)
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Rear Arm Reach (Max): 60 in (1,525 mm)
Safety
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Safety Lock Positions: 8
Power Unit
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Standard Motor: 208-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1 Phase, 5 HP, 23 Amps
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Time to Full Rise: β 45 seconds
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Sound Pressure: Lift produces less than 85 dB when in operation
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Operating Hydraulic Pressure under Max. Load: 2,170 psi
A $395 surcharge from the freight carrier will be applied if no forklift or loading dock is available at the delivery location.

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Description
BendPak 12AP-SRT Short-Rise Two-Post Car Lift β 12,000 lb Capacity β Floorplate Design
Versatility & Precision in Every Lift
The BendPak 12AP-SRT Short-Rise Two-Post Car Lift is the ultimate solution for professionals who need a high-performance lift that adapts to various tasks. Engineered for tire changes, wheel alignments, and heavy-duty servicing, this lift is perfect for those working with trucks, SUVs, and other large vehicles. With a 12,000-lb lifting capacity, the 12AP-SRT offers seamless adaptability between symmetric and asymmetric configurations, ensuring precision, safety, and efficiency every time.
Key Features β 12AP-SRT
-
Durable Powder-Coat Finish for long-lasting protection
-
Power Side Post supports the power unit, safety lock release handle, and lowering handle
-
Exclusive Bi-Metricβ’ Arm Design for more versatile arm positioning
-
Four cradle adapters included to raise trucks and SUVs (body-on-frame style)
-
Single-Point Safety Release for easy and safe operation
-
Drop-End Arms provide a lower pad height, ideal for low-clearance vehicles
-
Dual Hydraulic Direct-Drive Cylinders for smooth, synchronized lifting
-
Electric / Hydraulic HVLP Power System for quiet and efficient operation
-
Self-Lubricating Dura-Glide UHMW Polyethylene Bearing System ensures smooth travel
-
Safety Locks in each column, spaced every 3β³, for secure lifting positions
-
Automatic Arm Restraints withstand over 2000-lbs of side force, preventing unplanned movement
-
Heavy-Duty Β½β Aircraft-Quality Equalizer Cables for added durability
Specifications
Capacity
-
Lifting Capacity: 12,000 lbs (5,443 kg)
-
Max Capacity / Front Axle: 6,000 lbs (2,722 kg)
-
Max Capacity / Rear Axle: 6,000 lbs (2,722 kg)
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Max Load per Arm: 3,000 lbs (1,361 kg)
Rise
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A β Rise: 72β³ (1,829 mm)
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B β Rise + Pad Only: 76β³ (1,930 mm)
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C β Rise + Pad + Adapter: 86β³ (2,184 mm)
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D β Min. Height + Pad: 4β³ (102 mm)
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Time to Full Rise: β 45 seconds
Outside Dimensions
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E β Height Overall: 140β³ (3,556 mm)
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F β Width Overall: 132β³ (3,353 mm)
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G β Outside Columns: 120β³ (3,048 mm)
Inside Dimensions
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H β Inside Columns: 102β³ (2,591 mm)
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I β Drive-Thru Clearance: 94β³ (2,387 mm)
Arms & Pads
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K β Front Arm Reach (Min): 22β³ (559 mm)
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K β Front Arm Reach (Max): 49β³ (1,245 mm)
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L β Rear Arm Reach (Min): 30β³ (762 mm)
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L β Rear Arm Reach (Max): 57β³ (1,448 mm)
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Screw Pad Adjustment: 2β³ (51 mm)
Power Unit
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Motor: 220 VAC / 60 Hz / 1 Phase
-
Noise Level: < 70 dB
Optional Add-Ons
Frame Cradle Pads
-
Set of 4 heavy-duty pads
-
Polyurethane-lined to protect vehicle frames
-
Ideal for trucks and body-on-frame vehicles
Medium Adapter (60 mm Pin)
-
Set of 4 β 2.5β³ height
-
For vehicles with uneven underbodies or high-clearance
Tall Adapter (60 mm Pin)
-
Set of 4 β 5β³ height
-
Adds vertical reach for larger vehicles
WSA-100 Work Station
-
Four 110V GFI-protected outlets
-
Two air-service outlets for tire inflation and pneumatic tools
-
Built-in regulator, filter, and oiler
Specifications
Capacity
-
Lifting Capacity: 12,000 lbs (5,443 kg)
-
Max Capacity / Front Axle: 6,000 lbs (2,721.5 kg)
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Max Capacity / Rear Axle: 6,000 lbs (2,721.5 kg)
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Maximum Capacity per Lift Arm: 3,000 lbs (1,360 kg)
Dimensions
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Width Overall: 155 in (3,937 mm)
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Base Plate Width: 26.5 in (674 mm)
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Post Height: 93.5 in (2,377 mm)
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Drive-Thru: 102.25 in (2,598 mm)
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Inside Posts: 119 in (3,026 mm)
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Outside Posts: 142 in (3,606 mm)
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Minimum Height with Pad: 4.25 in (105 mm)
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Max. Lifting Height: 46 in (1,168 mm)
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Max. Rise: 42.75 in (1,089 mm)
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Min. Height with Adapters (5 in + 2.5 in): 11.75 in (298 mm)
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Floor Plate Height: 1.5 in (36 mm)
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Floor Plate Width: 9.5 in (240 mm)
Arms & Pads
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Front Arm Reach (Min): 26 in (659 mm)
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Front Arm Reach (Max): 55.25 in (1,403 mm)
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Rear Arm Reach (Min): 29.25 in (745 mm)
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Rear Arm Reach (Max): 60 in (1,525 mm)
Safety
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Safety Lock Positions: 8
Power Unit
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Standard Motor: 208-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1 Phase, 5 HP, 23 Amps
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Time to Full Rise: β 45 seconds
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Sound Pressure: Lift produces less than 85 dB when in operation
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Operating Hydraulic Pressure under Max. Load: 2,170 psi















