20K Two-Post Automotive Lift

The John Bean® 20k Two-Post Lift has tested and rugged, heavy-duty features and a wide range of capabilities combined with easy-to-use, productivity-boosting features.

When looking to lift some of the largest, more robust vehicles on the road, professionals can rely on the John Bean 20k Two-Post Lift to get the job done right.

With 20,000 pounds of lifting power, this sturdy piece of equipment gets the job done with an oversized steel pulley specifically designed to reduce internal stress and provide increased durability. Ultra-tall, 60-inch lifting carriages optimally balance the long-reaching 62-inch lift arms for ideal weight distribution in the columns. The stack screw pads are a standard accessory and work with a wide range of vehicles.

Safety is a top priority with a single-point, air-actuated safety lock release that allows technicians to relieve pressure in both columns simultaneously.

If you work on large, heavy-duty, commercial, or municipal fleets – this 20k Two-Post Lift is a lift that will get the job done day in and day out.

VERSIONS

TWO-FOOT HEIGHT EXTENSION

Features

HIGH CAPACITY

Powerful hydraulic components allow technicians to perform automotive maintenance services on vehicles that range from a compact sedan to a heavy-duty truck with a single lift. 

TWO-STAGE FRONT & REAR ARMS

Heavy-duty two-stage front and rear arms enable a wide range of symmetric lifting.

STACK ADAPTERS

Access vehicle lifting points with heavy-duty stack adapters that are easy to use and store in the stack organizer rack for quick access.

ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT EXTENSION

Increase your service capability to work on taller vehicles, including the largest trucks, SUVs, and cargo vans, with our two-foot column height extension.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

ALI CERTIFIED

Our lifts are certified in accordance with the requirements of the Automotive Lift Institute’s ETL Certification Program.

FAST RISE TIME

Spend less time lifting vehicles and more time performing critical automotive services.

VERSATILE INSTALLATION 

Installation is available in one of three height and width options to provide the most versatility for your shop’s service needs; choose from 13.5-foot, 14-foot, or 14.5-foot height installation and 10-foot, 10.5-foot, or 11-foot width installation.

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TECH SPECS

Part Number

EELS542A: Standard

EELS543A: Extended Height

Lifting Capacity

20,000 lbs.  |  9,072 kg

Configuration

Symmetric

Overall Width 

155″/161″/167″ | 394/409/424cm

Overall Height

Standard: 162″/168″/174″ | 411/427/442cm

Extended: 186″/192″/198″ | 472/488/503cm

Max Lifting Height

Surface Mount: 77″-85″  |  196-216cm

Flush Mount: N/A

Lifting Time

62 seconds

Power Requirements

208-230V 60Hz 3HP | 2.2kW

Air Supply Required

90-120 PSI  |  6-8 bar

Minimum Recommended Bay Size WxL

Standard: 15’x28′  |  457-853cm

Extended: 15’x28′  |  457-853cm