A common question among garage owners worldwide is, “How do I choose the best floor jack for cars and trucks?” We will try to answer that question with this blog. Read on!
When it comes to car and truck maintenance, nothing beats a floor jack in terms of versatility and user-friendliness. It’s a simple tool that functions on the principles of hydraulics by multiplying the pressure applied on its handlebar and using the thrust to lift heavy vehicles.
Here’s a list of qualities that makes the hydraulic floor jack the most popular vehicle lifting solution worldwide:
- Robustness: Floor jacks are robust. High-quality products like the Scorpion TJ12S heavy-duty floor jack from our stable perform the task of lifting cars, trucks, EVs, military vehicles, and whatnot day in and day out for years without breaking down.
- Maneuverable with a small footprint: Floor jacks are highly maneuverable and have a low collapsed profile that makes it easy for them to be moved around the shopfloor and placed under vehicles with a low ground clearance easily.
- Great value for money: The best floor jacks for cars and trucks prove to be great value for money due to their competitive pricing and high build quality. They can easily stand the test of time and rigorous use, serving as an asset to garage owners everywhere.
It’s the biggest differentiating factor when it comes to choosing the best floor jack for cars and trucks. Things to look for in a high-quality floor jack are hardened steel components, zinc plated surfaces for corrosion resistance, robust hydraulic and compressed air apparatuses, and such. This is exactly what we are known for. Our Scorpion Floor Jacks are engineered from the best quality materials for extra longevity.
Lift Capacity
The first thing to check when buying a floor jack is its lift capacity. Lift capacity tells you how much weight you can lift using your chosen tool without compromising its structural integrity. Floor jacks come with different lift capacities and the best ones can lift anything you throw at them. For instance, the Scorpion MJ25 heavy-duty floor jack from our stable can lift military vehicles as heavy as 25,000 lbs. or 12.5 tons. Now, this is a tool you want in your garage if you are planning to lift big and heavy vehicles on a regular basis!
A word of caution, never use a floor jack with a low lift capacity on a heavy vehicle. It can cause the jack to malfunction and damage your vehicle in the process.
Lift Height
The purpose of a floor jack is to elevate a vehicle high enough for tire changing, undercarriage maintenance, engine oil replacement, and such. The lift height of a jack determines how high it can lift a car or truck for easy access to the undercarriage. The best floor jacks in the business are known for their lift heights. For instance, the Scorpion TJ14 heavy-duty floor jack from our product line can lift vehicles up to 20”. A good lift height ensures that the vehicle is raised high enough to facilitate maintenance activities.
Build Quality
It’s the biggest differentiating factor when it comes to choosing the best floor jack for cars and trucks. Things to look for in a high-quality floor jack are hardened steel components, zinc plated surfaces for corrosion resistance, robust hydraulic and compressed air apparatuses, and such. This is exactly what we are known for. Our Scorpion Floor Jacks are engineered from the best quality materials for extra longevity.
Safety Features
Safety is paramount when dealing with heavy vehicles. Make sure the floor jack you buy has locking mechanisms to keep the elevated vehicle steady during maintenance. We ensure safety in our product line by implementing a unique three-stage locking mechanism for added stability. This class-leading feature ensures no wobbling or sudden movements of the lifted vehicle.
Now that you know what to look for in the best floor jacks for cars and trucks, let’s have a look at some of the best products in our inventory.
The Scorpion TJ12S Floor Jack
This class-leading product is renowned for reliability and robustness.
Features:
- Lift capacity of 24,000 lbs./12 tons.
- Low collapsed height of only 7.5”.
- Lift height of over 15.75”.
The Scorpion TJ12SL Floor Jack
Known for its incredibly low collapsed profile, the TJ12SL is an asset to any garage owner.
Features:
- Lift capacity of 24,000 lbs./12 tons.
- Low collapsed height of only 8”.
- Lift height of over 15”.
The Scorpion TJ14 Floor Jack
This popular product from our stable trumps competition with user-friendly features and unmatched durability.
Features:
- Lift capacity of 28,000 lbs./14 tons.
- Low collapsed height of only 8.25”.
- Lift height of over 20”.
The Scorpion MJ25 Heavy-duty Floor Jack
This one is the undisputed champion of floor jacks that dusts competition with raw lifting power and unmatched lift height.
Features:
- Lift capacity of 25,000 lbs./12.5 tons.
- An extendable beam with stackable adapters makes it suitable for any military vehicle.
- Lift height of over 36”.
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Summing it up
No matter which floor jack you choose for your garage or full-service workshop, it’s important that you don’t compromise on quality. Only a high-quality, precision-engineered tool can ensure that you get a good return on your investment. Choose wisely. Use safe products.
Happy lifting!