Small Scissor Lift 1.2m (On-Ground)

An ultra-low-profile, surface-mounted hydraulic scissor lift with a lowered height of approximately 1.2 meters (3.9 feet). It is installed directly on a level shop floor (not in a pit) and provides a stable, flush platform when lowered.

How It Works

Hydraulic cylinders extend a set of heavy-duty, linked scissor arms, raising the vehicle straight up. When fully retracted, the lift platform sits nearly flush with the surrounding floor, creating a low ramp angle that even very low vehicles can drive onto.

Key Specifications & Design

• Platform Height (Lowered): ~1.2M. This ultra-low profile is key for supercars, sports cars, and heavily lowered vehicles.
• Installation: Surface-mounted (on-ground). Requires a perfectly level, reinforced concrete floor but no excavation. May have very shallow, bolt-down ramps.
• Lift Capacity: Typically 6,000 to 7,000 lbs, suitable for most cars and light trucks.
• Platform Size: Compact, often a “two-post” or “parallelogram” style, supporting the vehicle’s tires and leaving the center open.
• Rise Height: Usually provides ample undercarriage access (e.g., ~1.8M / 6 ft working height).
• Safety: Features automatic mechanical locking bars that engage at set heights.

Primary Advantages & Uses

• Access for Ultra-Low Vehicles: The primary reason for this design. Allows supercars and lowered tuner cars to be serviced.
• Complete Undercarriage Access: Open center and no posts provide unobstructed access to exhaust, transmission, and suspension.
• Stability: The wide, solid platform offers exceptional stability for heavy-duty work (e.g., suspension bushing removal, heavy pounding).
• Alignment & Tire Service: Ideal platform for wheel alignment and tire changes due to its stability and level surface.
• Simpler Installation: No pit required compared to in-ground models.

Critical Safety & Operational Rules

• Floor Strength is Critical: The concrete floor must meet the manufacturer’s specified thickness and psi rating (e.g., 6″ thick, 3000+ psi). Failure can cause catastrophic collapse.
• Perfect Level Installation: The lift must be installed perfectly level on the prepared concrete pad. Any twist can bind the scissor mechanism.
• Clear the Scissor Sweep Area: Before operating, ensure no tools, cords, or body parts are near the moving scissor arms.
• Center the Vehicle: Drive on carefully, ensuring all tires are on the platform. Use wheel chocks.
• Lock Before You Work: Always ensure the mechanical safety locks are audibly engaged before going underneath. Never rely on hydraulics alone.
• Regular Inspection: Check hydraulic lines and fittings for leaks weekly. Inspect the scissor arms, pins, and bushings for wear, cracks, or damage regularly. Lubricate per the manual.
• Keep the Area Clean: Prevent dirt, oil, and debris from accumulating on the platform or in the mechanism, especially around the safety lock slots.

Bottom Line

The 1.2M on-ground scissor lift is the go-to solution for shops servicing exotic, sports, and heavily modified low-clearance vehicles. It combines the critical low entry height with the stability and access of a scissor lift. Its safety and performance are entirely dependent on proper installation on an adequate concrete foundation and strict adherence to locking and maintenance procedures. It is a significant but essential investment for a high-end or performance-oriented service center.