The 20 Tonne Adjustable Single-Ram Pit Jack with Security Struts is a UK-made, fully adjustable single-ram hydraulic pit jack designed for commercial vehicle lifting. It incorporates a manual Security Strut Safety Mechanism where pins are fitted into the struts to prevent accidental lowering.
Key features- 20 tonne lifting capacity.
- 750 mm lifting stroke.
- Three selectable frame sizes with a wide adjustment range for pit width compatibility.
- Fast-acting air pump for rapid operation.
- Air-over-oil hydraulic design for improved performance and extended cylinder life.
- Ergonomic handles for safe movement along the pit.
- Integrated tool tray for easy access to tools and parts.
- Multiple safety systems: safety lowering valves, anti-burst valves, ram lock-off handles and manual Security Strut Safety Mechanism.
- Included accessories: 1x 125 mm extension, 1x vee head adapter, 1x dish head adapter, rear adapter rack holder and air blow gun (included in price).
- UKCA / CE marked; conforms to EC regulations.
- Covered by a 5 year warranty (T&Cs apply).
Adjustment range by frame size- 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- Beam: Covers pit widths from 750 mm to 1400 mm (select frame size for suitability).
- Wheels: Four wheels with needle roller bearings for ease of movement; parallel wheels standard for flat pit edges (tapered wheels available for RSJ rails). Spring-loaded retracting wheels available on request to lock position under load.
- Power pack: High-output hand/air pump providing required flow to cylinders.
- Rams / Cylinder: Double-acting hydraulic cylinder with chrome-plated rods and advanced seals; fitted with hose burst valve and 90° isolation valve for visual position confirmation.
- Safety: Safety lowering valves, anti-burst valves, ram lock-off handles and Security Strut Safety Mechanism to prevent unintended lowering.
- Standards & testing: Designed and manufactured to Machinery Directive 98/37/EC and BS EN 1494:2001; complies with EC requirements and LOLER lifting regulations. Each unit is serial numbered, fully tested and supplied with a test certificate.
- Warranty: 5 year warranty (T&Cs apply).