






Forward Lift DP18PN000 Premium Heavy-Duty Two Post Truck Lift
In Stock SKU DP18PN000
OUR PRICE: $21,121.00
Regular Price: $22,179.00
Short Description
Forward Lift DP18PN000 Premium Heavy-Duty Two Post Truck Lift
18,000 lbs. Capacity ALI Certified Low Ceiling 12' 10-3/4"
The Forward Lift DP18Pro Premium Heavy-Duty Two Post Truck Lifts are designed for customers that need the versatility to accommodate unibody cars and SUVs and/or the higher capacity to service larger heavy-duty trucks up to 18,000 lbs. Features include high-strength heavy gauge steel columns, direct pull technology with closed loop hydraulic system, heavy-duty low-profile three-stage arms, aircraft-grade aluminum truck adapter extensions with storage racks, padded shut-off bar, single point lock release, spring operated arm restraints, and a five year warranty. The DP18Pro Series is third-parted tested and ALI and ETL Certified.
Description

Forward Lift DP18PN000 Premium Heavy-Duty Two Post Truck Lift
18,000 lbs. Capacity ALI Certified Low Ceiling 12' 10-3/4"
The Forward Lift DP18Pro Premium Heavy-Duty Two Post Truck Lifts are designed for customers that need the versatility to accommodate unibody cars and SUVs and/or the higher capacity to service larger heavy-duty trucks up to 18,000 lbs. Features include high-strength heavy gauge steel columns, direct pull technology with closed loop hydraulic system, heavy-duty low-profile three-stage arms, aircraft-grade aluminum truck adapter extensions with storage racks, padded shut-off bar, single point lock release, spring operated arm restraints, and a five year warranty. The DP18Pro Series is third-parted tested and ALI and ETL Certified. DP18Pro Heavy-Duty Two Post Lift Features
The DP18Pro is constructed of high-strength, heavy gauge steel columns. Large gusseting on a substantial base plate foundation provides the stability and support you want for a heavy truck lift. With a capacity of 18,000 lbs. your shop can start servicing work trucks, vans, or small buses, along with everything else that rolls through the door.
Heavy-Duty Truck Adapter Extensions
The DP18Pro comes with eight high-strength, aircraft-grade aluminum truck adapter extensions. Four 5" and four 10" adapters that allow you to lift a wide range of vehicles. Because they're made of aluminum, you'll be able to place and maneuver them without strain and they have a convenient column bracket for easy storage.
Heavy-Duty Three-Stage Arms
Forward Lift's heavy-duty two-post DP18Pro offers three-stage arms that can easily be extended and retracted while lying on the floor spotting a vehicle. Couple that with the light adapter extensions and you win the spotting large vehicle battle!
Three Different Height Model Options
DP18N000 (Lowest Height) - Fits a 155-3/4" (12' 11-3/4") ceiling height.
DP18N001 (Standard Height) - Fits a 176" (14' 8") ceiling height.
DP18N002 (Extended Height) - Fits a 200" (16' 8") ceiling height.
With all these options it's easy to choose the best package to fit into your existing shop.
Forward Lift Has Heavy-Duty Truck Lifts
There are lots of lifts labeled "heavy duty" but this is the type of job you can't trust to just anybody. When it comes to lifting heavy trucks, cars, and buses, Forward-thinking people look for how well something is built. Consider the design, fit, and finish when choosing a lift: Think about what exactly you'd want to be standing under with 18,000 lbs. above you.
Forward Lift is a leading manufacturer of automotive lifting equipment uniquely designed for a wide range of customers. We provide safe and reliable lift systems for independent repair shops, car dealerships, body shops, national accounts, home enthusiasts, hobbyists and heavy-duty truck facilities.
Engineering Excellence
Forward Lift's U.S. engineers have over 29 years of combined experience designing automotive lifts for service and repair shops. Forward's philosophy is to own our designs rather than use someone else's off the shelf product.
Product Integrity
21st century design tools allow us to create, control and validate our designs to ensure maximum performance. Forward lifts are thoroughly tested to meet quality and durability standards. All product families are proof load tested to 1-1/2 times rated capacity and rigorously cycle tested.
Features & Specs
Features
- 18,000 lbs. Lifting Capacity
- ALI Gold Certified
- Symmetrical Column Design
- Service A Wider Range Of Vehicles
- Three Height Configuration Models For Most Ceiling Heights
- Low Ceiling Height: 12' 10-3/4"
- Standard Height: 14' 8"
- Extended Height: 16' 8"
- Heavy-Duty 3-Stage Front And Rear Arms
- Low Profile Arms Extend and Retract From 30" to 61"
- 5-1/2" Minimum Adapter Height From Floor
- Threaded Truck Adapters Included
- (4) 5" And (4) 10" Adapter Extensions Included
- Adapter Storage Racks Included
- Top Mounted Direct Pull Technology - High Efficiency, Low Maintenance
- Closed Loop Hydraulic System Protects Against Hydraulic Contamination
- Third-Party Tested And Certified By ALI
- Padded Shut-Off Bar
- Cylinder Rod Concealed
- Inside Carriage
- Overhead Cable Equalization
- Single Point Lock Release
- Spring Operated Arm Restraints
- Durable Powder-Coated Finish More Durable Than Conventional Coatings
- Available In Powder Coat Blue, Red & Black
- 5-Year Warranty
Specifications
- Capacity: 18,000 lbs.
- Rise With 10" Adapters: 83-1/4"
- Height To Shut-Off: 147-1/4" Low Ceiling
- Height To Shut-Off: 167-1/4" Standard Height
- Height To Shut-Off: 191-1/4" Extended Height
- Overall Width: 12' 10-3/8"
- Inside Columns: 119-5/8"
- Drive-Thru: 108-1/4"
- Arm Reach (Min / Max): 30" / 61"
- Minimum Adapter Height: 5-1/2"
- Voltage / Amps: 208V - 230V 17 Amps
- Motor / Phase: 2HP 1 Phase
- Minimum Ceiling Height: 12' 11-3/4" Low Ceiling
- Minimum Ceiling Height: 14' 8" Standard Height
- Minimum Ceiling Height: 16' 8" Extended Height
- Warranty: (5) Years on Structure, (1) Year on Parts, (1) Year Labor
Forward Lift Warranty Statement
All Forward Lift products are warranted to the original owner. Forward lifts are warranted for 5 years from invoice date on structural components (columns, arms, runways, and carriages) to be free of defects in material and workmanship. Non-structure items (cylinder, power unit and parts) are warranted for 12 months from invoice date. Forward Lift shall pay for reasonable costs of labor and transportation for replacement of said parts for the first twelve months.
All accessories are warranted for 1 year from invoice date to the original owner (parts only). Optional twenty four month Extended parts warranty (non-structural items) is available upon request at an additional charge. This warranty shall not apply unless the product is installed, operated, used and maintained in accordance with Forward Lift specifications set forth in the installation, operation and maintenance instructions. This warranty is exclusive and all other expressed or implied warranties including merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are hereby expressly excluded. The remedies described are exclusive and in no event shall Forward Lift or any sales agent be liable for any special, consequential or incidental damages of any kind including damages for breach of or delay in performance of the warranty. This warranty shall be governed under the laws of the State of Indiana, and shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Court in the State of Indiana in the County of Jefferson. This warranty does not apply to the following:
- Normal wear and tear items such as cables, sheaves, sliders, plastic and rubber components.
- Normal maintenance and adjustments as required by the owner's manual.
- Failure to follow installation and operation instructions or user neglect or abuse.
- Damage to components incurred during transportation or unloading.
- Any lift that has been altered from the original design or improperly repaired.
- Cosmetic defects or blemishes that do not interfere with functionality of the lift.
- Damage caused by improper lifting or overloading.
- Damage caused by corrosion of any kind.
*Specifications subject to change without notice or liability.
Accessories/Options
More Information
Forward Lift DP18Pro Two Post Lift Brochure (.pdf)
Forward Lift DP15 DP18 Two Post Lift Manual (.pdf)
Forward Lift DP15 DP18 Two Post Lift Installation (.pdf)
Forward Lift DP15 DP18 Two Post Lift Parts (.pdf)