Two Post Lift – SPO20 | Symmetric Lift
SPO20
Capacity: 20,000 lbs.
INDUSTRY LEADING VERSATILITY:
The new SPO20 lift combines high capacity lifting, a low-profile stance, wider installation options and expanded arm reach possibilities and you can order it with our patented lifting speed package Shockwave™!
This is the one lift your shop can use to pick up anything that’ll roll through the doors. Don’t turn away customers and don’t turn away profits.
- Turn to a lift that’ll pick up class 1 through class 5 vehicles.
- Turn to a lift that has patented Trio™ arms so your technicians can easily position adapters where needed.
- Turn to greater arm reach and service more with this versatile lift.
- Add Shockwave™ and turn heads with speed, 110-volt DC power and accurate spotting with laser guidance.
Service everything with this one lift!
- Patented Trio™ Arm Design
- Available with Shockwave™
- Original “Double S” Column Design
- Air Operated Lock Release
- ALI Gold Certified (SPO20X)
One Lift To Rule Them All!
Pictured Below Are All The Vehicles Lifted With The SPO20.
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Features

TRIO™ ARM SYSTEM:
THREE STAGES OF FLEXIBILITY IN A TWO-PIECE ARM!
No additional heavy inner arms to extend, you move the adapter within the arm easily. Trio™ arms give you 22% greater reach than conventional arms. This translates into tire clearance, greater retraction to accommodate more vehicles in the bay.
ADAPTERS, SPOTTING DISHES AND SHOCKWAVE™
The SPO20 comes with a ton of tools to help make your technicians life easier. Also included with the lift purchase are adapters, extensions, spotting dishes which are exclusive to Rotary. This all helps to make your shop plus this lift a versatile combination.
- Adjustable thread-up adapters come standard.
- Clip on rubber pads come standard.
- 10” (2 each) and 5” (4 each) stackable extensions come standard.
- Two (2) wheel spotting dishes come standard.

Specifications
Specification | SPO20-Wide | SPO20-Standard | SPO20-Narrow | SPO20-Low Ceiling |
Adapters | Truck / Optional Round Adapters | Truck / Optional Round Adapters | Truck / Optional Round Adapters | Truck / Optional Round Adapters |
Capacity | 20,000 lbs. | 20,000 lbs. | 20,000 lbs. | 20,000 lbs. |
Max. Load (per arm) | 5,000 lbs. | 5,000 lbs. | 5,000 lbs. | 5,000 lbs. |
Rise* | 80″ | 80″ | 80″ | 80″ |
Height Configurations | Available in height increments of 6″ between 15′ to 16’6″ | Available in height increments of 6″ between 15′ to 16’6″ | Available in height increments of 6″ between 15′ to 16’6″ | Available in height increments of 6″ between 13’6″ to 14’6″ |
Required Ceiling Height | 15’2″ – 16’8″ | 15’2″ – 16’8″ | 15’2″ – 16’8″ | 13’8″ – 14’8″ |
Overall Width | 13’11” | 13′ 5″ | 12′ 11″ | See note * |
Drive-Thru Width | 117-11/32″ | 111-11/32″ | 105-11/32″ | See note * |
Inside Columns | 132-15/32″ | 126-15/32″ | 120-15/32″ | See note * |
Front Arm Min/Max | 34-11/16″ – 64″ | 34-11/16″ – 64″ | 34-11/16″ – 64″ | See note * |
Rear Arm Min/Max | 34-11/16″ – 64″ | 34-11/16″ – 64″ | 34-11/16″ – 64″ | See note * |
Min. Adapter Height | 5-31/32″ | 5-31/32″ | 5-31/32″ | 5-31/32″ |
Max. Adapter Height | 8-1/32″ | 8-1/32″ | 8-1/32″ | 8-1/32″ |
Shockwave™ Motor | 5 HP | 5 HP | 5 HP | 5 HP |
Motor | 4 HP | 4 HP | 4 HP | 4 HP |
Shockwave™ Voltage | 110v | 110v | 110v | 110v |
Voltage | 208v-230v | 208v-230v | 208v-230v | 208v-230v |
Shockwave™ Time of Full Rise | 60 seconds | 60 seconds | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Time of Full Rise | 81 seconds | 81 seconds | 81 seconds | 81 seconds |
Min. Bay Size | 15’x30′ | 15’x30′ | 15’x30′ | 15’x30′ |
* Contact factory for available widths, drive-thru clearance, inside column widths and arm reach. |
Jason Baker –
Hello,
My name is Jason Baker. I am looking to get a quote on one of your 20,000 LBS 2 post lifts.
admin –
Jason,
Thanks for reaching out to us. You can find an installer close to you by using this locator (https://rotarylift.com/contact/rai-locator/). Just enter your zip code. If you need any additional assistance feel free to reach out to us at any time. Thanks for choosing Rotary Lift!
Webteam
J –
How do you take the arms out to grease them up
Rotary Lift –
We’re not sure what you mean, would you care to elaborate more by sending us an email?
[email protected]
Thanks
Harvey Peel, PE –
Question
5 hp 208v
Single or 3 phase
SP020 unit
Rotary Lift –
SPO20: 4 HP, 208-230V 1Ø
The 5hp motor is the 110-volt Shockwave™ Option.
3 Ø NOT AVAILABLE FOR SPO16/20
Zac –
Have a client looking to install this lift. What is the shipping weight (self-weight) of the SPO20? Have to review the floor structure. Thanks.
Rotary Lift –
Approximately 4400lbs shipping weight.
Mike –
Can it lift a 19,500 GVWR F550 Super Duty. 29’ Transit Bus. Like an ADA Low ground clearance with air suspension kneeling feature?
Rotary Lift –
Mike,
Taking multiple factors into account we would not recommend it for this vehicle. We’d be happy to put you in contact with a distributor who can help get the right lift for your needs. https://rotarylift.com/contact/rai-locator/
Rotary Lift
Precious –
please can I know the Length, Width and Height of SP020
Rotary Lift –
https://rotarylift.com/product/spo20/#specifications
Joel Mosher –
What is the weight of lift packaged?
Rotary Lift –
Approximately 4400lbs shipping weight.
Stan Ziegler –
How thick does the concrete have to be for this lift?
Rotary Lift –
ANSA/ALI Minimum Floor Thickness is 4.25 inches. If you have any other questions just ask. Thanks
Rotary Lift
Mike Bleazard –
How do I remove a leaky cylinder from the Lift?
Rotary Team –
Please call our Technical Service line at 800-445-5438 and talk to one of our Technical Product Consultants for assistance with this.
Thanks
Rotary Team