3 Stage Symmetric, Overall Height 178"

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Forward’s I12PRO two-post surface-mounted lift is gold certified with a 12,000-pound capacity for raising most passenger cars, trucks, and vans. With two heavy-duty push hydraulic cylinders are designed to increase lift performance and minimize downtime. Cylinders are located in each column concealed within the carriage itself. A durable powder coat finish provides exceptional protection from the wears a shop will see over the years. Forward's spring-operated arm restraints are just one feature that keeps these heavy-duty lift arms constantly performing at their peak performance. Featuring arm designs allowing vehicles to be raised symmetrically.

Forward's I12 Pro models now feature a new improved high-speed motor power unit. 

With two heavy-duty push hydraulic cylinders are designed to increase lift performance and minimize downtime. Cylinders are located in each column concealed within the carriage itself. A durable powder coat finish provides exceptional protection from the wears a shop will see over the years. Forwards spring-operated arm restraints are just one feature that keeps these heavy-duty lift arms constantly performing at their peak.

The I12 is a commercial-grade car lift and should not be confused with any other cheap two-post vehicle lifts. This is a Forward lift so it has been engineered to perform and built to last!

The I12 lift is certified by ALI (Automotive Lift Institute) to meet American National Standards.

Engineering Excellence. Forward’s U.S. engineers have over 29 years of combined experience designing automotive lifts for service and repair shops. Forward’s philosophy is to own our designs rather than use someone else’s off-the-shelf product.

Product Integrity. 21st-century design tools allow us to create, control and validate our designs to ensure maximum performance. Forward lifts are thoroughly tested to meet quality and durability standards. All product families are proof load tested to 1-1/2 times rated capacity and rigorously cycle tested.
  • 12,000 lbs. capacity for raising most passenger cars, trucks, and vans
  • 3-stage front and rear arms design enables you to position doors in front of a column or behind to avoid door damage
  • Door bumper kits standard
  • Overhead cable equalization
  • Single-point lock release
  • Large rubber-padded swivel adapters with extra height extensions (1.75", 3.5" and 5") are standard
  • Spring operated arm restraints, disengage at floor level
  • Padded overhead height limit switch bar
  • Hydraulic cylinders in each column:
  • Top mounted | Direct pull lifting technology | Cylinder rod concealed inside the carriage
  • Third-party tested by ETL and certified by ALI
  • Powder coat, oven-baked finish
  • Capacity: 12,000 lbs. (5443kg)
  • Rise: 75-3/4" (1924mm)
  • Maximum Rise: 80-3/4" (2051mm) w/ 5" extension
  • Adjustable Overall Height: 178" (4521mm) Extended Max. Height (i12N301)
  • Overall Width: 140" – 146" (3556 – 3708mm)
  • Drive Through Clearance: 108-3/4" (2762mm) or optional 102-3/4" (2610mm)
  • Overhead Switch Height: 172-1/8" (4524mm) Extended Max. Height (i12N301)
  • Front Arm Reach (Min./Max.): 27-3/4" min / 59" max (705mm / 1460mm)
  • Rear Arm Reach (Min./Max.): 27-3/4" min / 59" max (705mm / 1460mm)
  • Lifting Pad Height (Min.): 4-3/4" (121mm) with no extension
  • Lifting Pad Height (Max.): 9-3/4" w/ 5" extension (248mm)
  • Width Between Columns: 120-7/8" (3070mm) Adjustable 114-7/8" (2918) Standard
  • Motor/Phase: 1ph* / 2HP / 50Hz, 1ph* / 2HP / 60Hz
  • Voltage/Amps: 208/230, 15 amps; 208/230, 16 amps
  • Speed of Rise: 60 seconds
  • Warranty: (5) Years on Structure, (1) Year on Parts, (1) Year Labor
  • SP Hand Tools are covered against manufacturing defects or faulty materials. This warranty does not cover overloading, abuse, misuse, and/or normal wear and tear. All SP Hand Tools are designed and manufactured for specific purposes and if not used for that intended purpose they will not be covered by the lifetime warranty. Exemptions - All measuring equipment (12-month warranty), battery-operated wrenches (24-month warranty), striking and cutting tools (6-month warranty).