Pit jack

hydro-pneumatic13 tonfor lifting applications

Overview
The 13 Tonne Adjustable Air-Operated Twin-Ram Pit Jack is a commercial inspection pit jack engineered for lifting HGV and PSV vehicles in ATF and MOT test lanes. It combines twin air-over-oil hydraulic rams with independent operation, a fast-acting air pump and multiple integrated safety systems for reliable workshop use.

Key features

• 13 tonne capacity with 400 mm lifting stroke
• Available in three frame sizes offering a wide adjustment range for different pit widths
• Twin air-over-oil hydraulic rams operable independently; transversely sliding rams for precise positioning
• Fast-acting air pump and high-output power pack (hand/air)
• Ergonomic handles and four wheels with needle roller bearings for easy movement along the pit
• Integrated tool tray for on-site storage of tools and parts
• Triple-layer safety: safety lowering valves, anti-burst valves and ram lock-off handles (security struts optional and retrofittable)

Range of adjustment (frame sizes)

• Small — Pit Min: 750 mm, Pit Max: 1030 mm
• Medium — Pit Min: 860 mm, Pit Max: 1160 mm
• Large — Pit Min: 1110 mm, Pit Max: 1410 mm

Technical specifications

• Capacity: 13 Tonne
• Lifting stroke: 400 mm
• Frame coverage: Small (750–1030 mm), Medium (860–1160 mm), Large (1110–1410 mm); beams cover pit widths from 750 mm to 1400 mm
• Rams: two double-acting hydraulic cylinders, 400 mm stroke, chrome-plated rods, advanced seals; each fitted with safety hose burst valve and 90° isolation valve
• Power pack: high-output hand/air pump supplying flow to cylinders
• Wheels: four wheels with needle roller bearings; parallel wheels standard, tapered wheels for RSJ rails optional; optional spring-loaded retractable wheels
• Operation: air-over-oil hydraulic design; independent cylinder operation; transversely sliding rams for accurate alignment

Safety & compliance

• Triple safety design: safety lowering valves, anti-burst valves, ram lock-off handles
• Optional security struts available for retrofitting
• UKCA / CE marked; designed and manufactured to Machinery Directive 98/37/EC and BS EN 1494:2001; complies with EC requirements and LOLER lifting regulations
• Each unit fully tested, serial numbered and supplied with a test certificate

Accessories & supply

• Supplied with: 2 × 125 mm extensions, 2 × vee head adapters, 2 × dish head pansies, rear adapter rack holder and an air blow gun
• Covered by a 5 year warranty (terms & conditions apply)