Find the Right Forward Lift for Your Garage or Shop
Forward Lift offers vehicle lifting equipment for professional automotive shops, dealerships, commercial facilities, and home garages. The lineup includes 2-post, 4-post, alignment, motorcycle, and specialty lifting equipment for a range of vehicles and applications.
HeavyLift Direct is a certified Forward Lift distributor. Our team can help you compare Forward models based on more than advertised lifting capacity. Vehicle weight and dimensions, lifting points, ceiling height, available bay space, concrete requirements, arm configuration, certification requirements, and intended use can all affect which lift is right for your application.
Forward 2-Post Lifts
Forward 2-post lifts include models for general automotive service as well as higher-capacity applications involving trucks, vans, and other larger vehicles.
When comparing Forward 2-post lifts, look beyond lifting capacity. Overall height, overall width, drive-through clearance, arm configuration, minimum pad height, arm reach, and the types of vehicles entering the bay can all affect which model makes the most sense.
Forward also offers different 2-post configurations, including options for facilities with varying ceiling heights and available bay space.
If ceiling height is one of your main limitations, compare our low-ceiling car lifts.
If you're unsure whether the lifting arms will properly reach your vehicle's recommended lifting locations, our 2-Post Lift Arm Reach Guide explains what to check before choosing a lift.
Forward 4-Post & Alignment Lifts
Forward 4-post lifts include options for vehicle storage, general service, and heavier commercial applications.
Because the vehicle drives onto runways, a 4-post lift can provide straightforward vehicle positioning while accommodating a range of wheelbases and vehicle sizes. Compatible rolling bridge jacks can provide wheel-free access for additional service work on certain models.
Forward also offers equipment configured for alignment service. If alignment work is a priority, compare runway dimensions, wheelbase range, alignment features, capacity, included equipment, and available accessories rather than assuming every 4-post lift provides the same capabilities.
Still deciding between the two basic configurations? Read our 2-Post vs. 4-Post Car Lift Guide.
ALI-Certified Forward Lifts
Forward offers a number of ALI-certified vehicle lifts for customers who prioritize independently certified lifting equipment.
ALI certification applies to the specific lift model and configuration, not automatically to every product sold under a manufacturer's name. If ALI certification is required by your dealership, shop, municipality, fleet, school, or other facility, verify the certification status of the exact model you're considering.
You can also browse our ALI Certified Car Lifts to compare certified models from multiple manufacturers.
Forward Lift vs. Challenger Lifts
Forward and Challenger are two established vehicle-lift brands that professional shops may consider when choosing new equipment. The better choice depends on the specific models being compared, required capacity, vehicle mix, bay dimensions, certification requirements, features, and budget.
We've put the major considerations into our Challenger vs. Forward Lift comparison to help you compare the two brands before narrowing down individual models.
Still comparing manufacturers or deciding which lift style is right for your application? Browse our complete selection of car lifts for garages to compare lift types, capacities, features, and manufacturers.
Why Buy Forward Lift Equipment From HeavyLift Direct?
HeavyLift Direct is a family-owned and operated certified Forward Lift distributor. We help customers choose vehicle lifting equipment for professional repair shops, dealerships, commercial facilities, and home garages.
Our team can help you evaluate the specifications that determine whether a lift will actually work for your application—including vehicle dimensions, lifting points, ceiling height, available bay space, concrete requirements, electrical requirements, ALI certification, accessories, and intended use.
If you're unsure which Forward model fits your application, contact HeavyLift Direct with the vehicles you'll be servicing, your available space and ceiling height, and how you plan to use the lift. We can help narrow down the options before you order.
