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Vehicle Hoist Selection — Quick Reference (AS/NZS 1418.9)
Vehicle hoists RAISE vehicles to working height for SERVICE + REPAIR + INSPECTION. Essential equipment for AU automotive workshops. AS/NZS 1418.9 governs design + installation + ANNUAL inspection mandatory.
| Hoist Type | Best For | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2-Post Hoist (Symmetric / Asymmetric) | Standard car service — workshop default | 3.5-5 t |
| 4-Post Hoist | Wheel alignment + drive-on + heavy | 4-5.5 t |
| Scissor Hoist (Low-Profile) | Quick service + space-constrained | 2.5-4 t |
| Single-Post Hoist (Mobile) | Single column — restricted use | 3-4 t |
| Truck / Heavy Vehicle Hoist | Truck + bus + heavy commercial | 20-40 t |
| Wheel Alignment Hoist | Alignment specialty work | 4-5 t |
| In-Ground vs Above-Ground | Permanent vs movable installation | Per spec |
Compliance: AS/NZS 1418.9 + AS 2550.9 govern vehicle hoists. ANNUAL inspection by competent person mandatory. Operator training + safe work procedures required. NEVER raise vehicle exceeding hoist capacity. Inspect arms + cables + locks BEFORE each use. Brand: Ravaglioli. Companion: automotive lifting tools, automotive tools, lifting equipment.
Vehicle Hoists for Australian Automotive and Truck Workshops
Vehicle hoists raise vehicles to working height for service, repair, and inspection — the essential equipment for automotive workshops, fleet maintenance facilities, and tyre service businesses. From two-post hoists for cars and light commercials through to mobile column lifts for trucks and buses, the right vehicle hoist matched to the work and capacity is essential. AIMS Industrial supplies vehicle hoists across the trade and industrial range Australian customers actually use.
The vehicle hoist types we stock
- Two-post vehicle hoists — symmetric and asymmetric two-post lifts for cars and light commercials
- Four-post vehicle hoists — drive-on platform lifts for alignment, service, and storage
- Scissor lifts — low-profile lifts that raise the vehicle on integrated platforms
- Mobile column lifts — synchronised wireless column lifts for trucks, buses, and heavy vehicles
- In-ground hoists — flush-mount lifts for showroom and high-end service environments
- Motorcycle and ATV lifts — purpose-built lifts for two-wheel and small-vehicle service
Where each hoist type earns its place
- Two-post hoists — general automotive service; quick on/off, full underbody access
- Four-post hoists — wheel alignment, longer-duration service, vehicle storage
- Scissor lifts — tyre and wheel service, brake service, body and panel work
- Mobile column lifts — truck, bus, and heavy vehicle workshops with varied vehicle sizes
- In-ground hoists — premium dealerships and showrooms where the lift needs to disappear when not in use
Capacity and selection
Match hoist capacity to the heaviest vehicle being lifted, with appropriate safety factor:
- 2.5-3.5 tonne capacity — small to medium passenger vehicles, light commercials
- 4-5 tonne capacity — larger SUVs, vans, and small trucks
- 5-7 tonne capacity — heavier light trucks and 4WD applications
- 10+ tonne capacity — medium-duty trucks (per pair of mobile column lifts; sets of 4-6 lift heavier vehicles)
- 30+ tonne capacity — heavy trucks and buses (typically lifted with sets of 4-6 mobile column lifts)
Compliance and standards
Australian vehicle hoists must comply with AS 2550 family standards (safe use of lifting equipment) and the relevant AS/NZS 1418 series (cranes, hoists, and winches). Hoists must be supplied with manufacturer documentation and certified by a competent person at installation. Periodic inspection is required — typically annual for commercial-use hoists, with documented inspection records. Operating workplaces must train operators in safe hoist use; operator competency is part of the broader workplace safety obligation.
Site preparation
Vehicle hoist installation requires:
- Adequate floor — typically 100-150mm reinforced concrete to manufacturer specification
- Power supply — three-phase 415V for most commercial hoists; some smaller hoists run on single-phase 240V
- Ceiling height — typical clearance 4.0-4.5m for two-post and scissor lifts; more for some configurations
- Bay width and depth — adequate working space around the vehicle when raised
For workshop fitouts, consult hoist manufacturer specifications and engage qualified installers — improper installation creates serious safety risks.
Brands stocked at AIMS
Vehicle hoists are stocked from quality manufacturers covering trade-grade automotive lifts. For specific brand requirements (Ravaglioli, MEG, Hofmann, etc.), sourcing through our distribution channels covers most options. We can quote complete workshop fitouts including hoists, alignment equipment, and matching workshop tools.
Companion ranges at AIMS
Vehicle hoists sit alongside our broader workshop equipment range — see trolleys, dollies and jacks, welders, oil equipment, and safety tapes and labels for the related products.
Need help speccing vehicle hoists for a workshop fitout or replacement? contact our team — we'll work through capacity, hoist type, and installation requirements.