Challenger EV1220 12,000lb Inground Lift - ALI Certified

EV1220 Inground Lift – ALI Certified

Upgrade your service facility with the Challenger Lifts EV1220 Series 12,000 lb Heavy-Duty Inground Lift, engineered to handle heavier vehicles while maximizing workshop efficiency. Its electric hydraulic cassette design fits a compact footprint, letting your shop optimize service bays without compromising accessibility. The true 3-stage front and rear arms provide complete access to a wide range of lift points, making this lift ideal for professional automotive shops servicing cars, trucks, and SUVs of varying sizes.

Designed for safety, productivity, and durability, the EV1220 features Bench Mount Controls, and mechanical locks that engage every 3″ to adjust working height for technician comfort. Its fully-contained polymer cassette tub prevents hydraulic leaks, and chrome non-breathing cylinders combined with 8 1/2″ pistons ensure long-lasting lift stability.

Inground Lift EV1220 Series Specification

• Model Number: EV1220 

• Lifting Capacity: 12,000 lbs

• Arms: 3-stage front/rear

• Stroke: 72″

• Rise Height: 78″

• Width Overall: 115″

• Drive-Thru Clearance: 87″

• Reach (Arm Min/Max): 19.625″ / 48″

• Screw Pad Height: 4.5"″ – 6.25″

• Capacity per Arm: 3,000 lbs

• Guide Plunger Diameter: 8.5″

• Motor / Voltage: 2HP 208–230V, 60Hz, Single Phase

• Speed of Rise: 60 s (Standard)

• Air Required: 90–120 psi

• Certification: ALI/ETL Certified

• Superstructure Colors: Red, Blue, Black

• Concrete Requirements: Minimum of 6"-3500psi

EV1220 Series 12K Heavy-Duty Inground Lift Special Features

• 12,000 lb lifting capacity

• True 3-stage front and rear arms for wider vehicle compatibility

• 8 1/2″ diameter chrome pistons for stable lifting under load

• Chrome non-breathing ram cylinder for extended lift life

• Enhanced raised wiper seals retain grease and block contaminants

• Mechanical lock engages every 3″ for ergonomic working heights

• Stainless steel air lock release cylinder for corrosion resistance

• Fully-contained polymer cassette tub prevents hydraulic leaks

• Heavy-duty polyurethane screw pads accommodate a wide range of lift points

• Bench Mount Controls improve technician efficiency

• Premium powder coat finish for long-lasting durability

• ALI/ETL certified

Challenger EV1220 Series Manual

  Challenger EV1220 Series Installation and Operations Manual

  Challenger EV1220 Series Spec Sheet

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Forklifts and Lift Gates

All of our Single Post, 2 Post, and 4 Post Lifts* require a forklift (or similar) to unload.  Tire Changers and Balancers and other small items allow for a lift gate service (At no additional charge) Lift gate service will lower your order to street level.  How do I know if a forklift is required? See the drop down options that show when you're attempting to place an order. 

What if I don't have a forklift at my location and my order requires it?

This is a common question and here's some alternatives:

• We can deliver to a local freight terminal near you.  Typically this is within 30-60 minutes away depending on location.  We will find a location - Contact Us
• Do you have a buddy that owns a forklift and we can ship it there?  Does your place of work have a forklift?  Select this location as the delivery address. 
• Warehouse pickup - This is always an option but depends how far you're willing to drive. 
• Rent a forklift - This is the least favorable option but may be necessary.  We always schedule the delivery so this should minimize the days required to rent.

Can I hand unload my order if I don't have a forklift? 

No, sorry, the truck drivers don't allow for this.  2 things: Liabilities and the time it takes to unload - truck drivers can't wait, even if you have an army of help. 

How do I know if my order requires a forklift or if a lift gate service is available?

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Yes, we deliver to residential addresses!

Will the freight company contact me to schedule the delivery?

Yes, the freight company will call you ahead of time to schedule the delivery to ensure you are available to receive/unload your order. 

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Warehouse pickup is available for almost all of our brands.  Warehouse locations are listed on each product page.  At checkout, select "Pickup" and choose the warehouse you'd like to pickup from.  Upon ordering, we will send an email with the pickup form/number. 

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If you don't have a forklift at your location, we can find you a freight terminal in your area and they will load your trailer onsite.  (Typically 30-60 minute drive away, depending on location) Special note: Some orders are so large they ship on a flatbed by themselves, in these cases a freight terminal delivery is not an option.  The product page will state whether this is the case. 

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*The X1 Triumph 4 post can deliver with lift gate