{"product_id":"katool-kt-m120-12000lb-2-post-car-lift","title":"Katool KT-M120 12,000lbs Two Post Lift","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"85\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"85\"\u003eKatool KT-M120 Two-Post Vehicle Lift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"552\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"141\"\u003eProfessional strength and clear-floor versatility.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"144\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"166\"\u003eKatool KT-M120\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rugged, high-capacity two-post lift engineered for busy automotive shops, performance garages, dealerships, and serious home workshops. 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Its powerful hydraulic system and well-balanced arm design give technicians confident control over every lift, while the clear-floor layout opens up the workspace beneath the vehicle for oil changes, transmission work, brake service, suspension repairs, and full-underbody diagnostics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2807\" data-end=\"2975\"\u003eThis lift’s \u003cstrong data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"2842\"\u003erobust construction\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2847\" data-end=\"2876\"\u003esafe, intuitive operation\u003c\/strong\u003e make it a reliable centerpiece in service bays where throughput, precision, and durability matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2977\" data-end=\"2980\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2982\" data-end=\"2999\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2986\" data-end=\"2999\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3000\" data-end=\"3202\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3000\" data-end=\"3040\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3002\" data-end=\"3040\"\u003eIndependent and dealership workshops\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3041\" data-end=\"3080\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3043\" data-end=\"3080\"\u003ePerformance and motorsports garages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3081\" data-end=\"3113\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3083\" data-end=\"3113\"\u003eFleet maintenance facilities\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3114\" data-end=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3116\" data-end=\"3151\"\u003eFabrication and restoration shops\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3152\" data-end=\"3202\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3154\" data-end=\"3202\"\u003eEnthusiast home garages with heavy service needs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKatool KT-M120 Two-Post Vehicle Lift\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12,000 lb \/ 5,500 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax. Lifting Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~70.75′′\/1800mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Pad Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~4.25\" \/ 110mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~166.75\" \/ 4235mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~165.5\" \/ 4204mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInside Column Width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~130\" \/ 3390mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive-Through Clearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~117.75\" \/ 2990mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArm Reach (Front\/Rear)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMin: ~31 in \/ Max: ~51 in (2-stage)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor \/ Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220 V \/ 60 Hz \/ 1 PH (110 V available)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~1,500 lb \/ 680 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE \/ ISO-standard load testing compliance (where applicable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"122\" data-start=\"119\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnderstanding Two-Post Lift Weight Capacities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo-post lifts are essential in automotive shops, but selecting the appropriate lift with the correct weight capacity is crucial for safety and equipment longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Weight Capacities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo-post lifts generally have weight capacities ranging from 7,000 to 20,000 pounds, accommodating various vehicles from light-duty cars to heavy-duty trucks. It's important to note that each lift arm also has its own weight limit. For instance, a lift with a 10,000-pound total capacity may have each arm rated for 2,500 pounds. Therefore, if a vehicle's weight distribution exceeds this per-arm limit, the lift may not be suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCalculating Required Lift Capacity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo determine the appropriate lift capacity:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalculate Rear Axle Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Multiply the vehicle's total weight by the distance from the center of gravity to the front axle, then divide by the wheelbase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalculate Front Axle Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Subtract the rear axle weight from the total vehicle weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetermine Arm Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Divide each axle's weight by two to find the load per arm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, if a vehicle weighs 9,000 pounds with a 6,000-pound front axle and a 3,000-pound rear axle, each arm would need to support 3,000 pounds. In this case, a 10,000-pound lift with 2,500-pound arms would be insufficient. Opting for a 12,000-pound lift would be safer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportance of Choosing a Lift with Adequate Capacity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelecting a lift with a capacity that exceeds the vehicle's weight requirements is advisable. This accounts for variables like vehicle modifications, additional equipment, or unexpected weight distributions. Many manufacturers recommend not exceeding 75% of a lift's rated capacity to maintain safety margins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafe Operating Practices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdhere to Weight Limits\u003c\/strong\u003e: Never exceed the lift's total or per-arm weight capacities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProper Vehicle Positioning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ensure the vehicle is centered and balanced on the lift to distribute weight evenly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegular Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule and conduct routine inspections to identify potential issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy understanding and respecting the weight capacities and operational guidelines of two-post lifts, automotive shops can ensure safer working conditions and prolong the lifespan of their equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003eSHIPPING POLICY:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease read carefully\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-leveltext=\"\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props='{\"335552541\":1,\"335559683\":0,\"335559684\":-2,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\",\"469777815\":\"hybridMultilevel\"}' data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eFreight shipping \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eONLY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e within the lower 48 states.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335551550\":0,\"335551620\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-leveltext=\"\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props='{\"335552541\":1,\"335559683\":0,\"335559684\":-2,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\",\"469777815\":\"hybridMultilevel\"}' data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eCustomer must have forklift for unloading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-leveltext=\"\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props='{\"335552541\":1,\"335559683\":0,\"335559684\":-2,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\",\"469777815\":\"hybridMultilevel\"}' data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eRemote areas may be charged extra for shipping. Please confirm before delivery. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335551550\":0,\"335551620\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-leveltext=\"\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props='{\"335552541\":1,\"335559683\":0,\"335559684\":-2,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\",\"469777815\":\"hybridMultilevel\"}' data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eShipping carrier may charge extra to residential Delivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335551550\":0,\"335551620\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-leveltext=\"\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props='{\"335552541\":1,\"335559683\":0,\"335559684\":-2,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\",\"469777815\":\"hybridMultilevel\"}' data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eTHE BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR UNLOADING FROM THE TRUCK.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335551550\":0,\"335551620\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-leveltext=\"\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props='{\"335552541\":1,\"335559683\":0,\"335559684\":-2,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\",\"469777815\":\"hybridMultilevel\"}' data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eCustomer should consider \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eForklift \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eand unloading dock service.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335551550\":0,\"335551620\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-leveltext=\"\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props='{\"335552541\":1,\"335559683\":0,\"335559684\":-2,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\",\"469777815\":\"hybridMultilevel\"}' data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThe buyer should be also responsible for any re-delivery charges. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335551550\":0,\"335551620\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-leveltext=\"\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props='{\"335552541\":1,\"335559683\":0,\"335559684\":-2,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\",\"469777815\":\"hybridMultilevel\"}' data-aria-posinset=\"7\" data-aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eBuyers should inspect delivered the products carefully before signing Bill of Lading or Delivery Receipt at the time of delivery. Buyer satisfaction is assumed if no damages are noted on the delivery receipt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335551550\":0,\"335551620\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"LIVauto Performance","offers":[{"title":"KT-M120 12000lbs Two Post Lift on","offer_id":44059273494616,"sku":null,"price":2599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"KT-M120 12000lbs Two Post Lift and KT-MP2 Lift Height Extensions (Set of 4)","offer_id":44059273527384,"sku":null,"price":2698.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"KT-M120 12000lbs Two Post Lift and KT-MP5 Two Post Lift Frame Cradle Set","offer_id":44059273560152,"sku":null,"price":2798.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9077\/0776\/files\/12000.png?v=1777675391","url":"https:\/\/livautoperformance.shop\/products\/katool-kt-m120-12000lb-2-post-car-lift","provider":"LIVauto Performance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}