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The Challenger 44018 is the ideal medium-duty four-post lift solution for service facilities working on light to medium-duty vehicles. With an impressive 18,000 lb. capacity, this lift combines industrial-grade strength with exceptional reliability to meet the demands of busy automotive shops. Featuring a superior lifting system with high tensile strength leaf chain and sealed roller bearings, the 44018 delivers maximum reliability and productivity with minimal maintenance requirements.
The heavy-duty cylinder design provides optimum lifting performance with minimum downtime, while the offset flared post column design ensures rigidity and stability during operation. The single point lock release allows technicians to disengage all column locks simultaneously for faster, more efficient workflow. Every detail of the 44018 is engineered to maximize uptime and deliver consistent, dependable performance shift after shift.
Now available exclusively in Challenger's new textured black powder coat finish, the 44018 combines professional appearance with enhanced durability. The lift accommodates vehicles up to a 194" wheelbase (standard model) and features 22" wide diamond plate anti-skid runways for positive vehicle traction. With adjustable runways that accommodate various tread widths and a built-in runway rail system for optional rolling jacks and oil drain pans, this lift is engineered for versatility and efficiency.
The AR44018AR four-post alignment truck lift package transforms the 44018 into a full-featured alignment system. This comprehensive package includes two 9,000 lb. capacity rolling jacks (RJ9A), stainless steel turning radius gauges, and an internal airline kit for dual rolling jack operation.
The AR44018AR is the perfect complement to any medium-duty automotive service operation. With its 22" wide runways, 17 level locking heights, 4-wheel alignment range from 98" to 206", and a maximum 2-wheel alignment capacity of 220", this alignment rack handles wheel alignment and general service work with exceptional precision. The extended dimensions of 141-1/2" overall width and 311-1/2" overall extended length (model AR44018AR) provide the workspace you need for comprehensive medium-duty vehicle service.
Optional accessories including ramp kits, oil drain pans, turning radius gauges, and rolling jacks make the 44018 a perfect supplement to any service facility working on light and medium-duty automobiles and trucks. The built-in runway rail system provides convenient attachment points for these accessories, ensuring your lift adapts seamlessly to the changing needs of your shop.
Challenger's New Textured Black Powder Coat Finish
Starting November 1, 2022, Challenger implemented a paint upgrade to a textured formula for enhanced durability and professional appearance. All 44018 units ship in the new black finish only. For full details on the paint upgrade, click here.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Challenger Lifts, Inc. (CLI) lifts are guaranteed to the original owner. CLI shall repair or replace, at CLI option, for the full warranty period those parts that prove upon inspection to be defective and pay for reasonable costs of transportation and/or labor for replacement of said parts for the warranty period stated below. This warranty shall not apply unless the product is installed, used and maintained according to CLI’s specifications set forth in CLI’s installation, operation, and maintenance instructions. Use of any unapproved parts or accessories will void your warranty. This limited warranty extends only to the original purchaser and is not transferable. This warranty is valid only if the product has been registered with Challenger Lifts, Inc., www.challengerlifts.com.
This warranty does not cover normal maintenance or adjustments, damage or malfunction caused by improper handling, installation, abuse, misuse, negligence, carelessness of operation, or normal wear and tear. In addition, this warranty does not cover equipment when repairs have been attempted or made by anyone other than a CLI authorized service representative.
This warranty is exclusive and is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied including any implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose, which implied warranties are expressly excluded. No employee, agent, representative, dealer or other person or entity is authorized to give any warranties of any nature on behalf of CLI.
The remedies described are exclusive and in no event shall CLI, Inc. be liable for special, consequential or incidental damages for the breach of or delay in performance of the warranty. This warranty shall be governed by the Commonwealth of Kentucky, and shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Court in the Commonwealth of Kentucky in the County of Jefferson.
Functional parts are considered the power units, cylinders, sheaves, sheave pins, hoses, hydraulic & pneumatic fittings, cables, adapters, latches, valves, and controls.
Structural parts are considered the carriage, columns, column extensions, overhead beams, arms, cross beams, runways, wheel stops, ramps, bolsters, sync rails, and plungers.
Note: Warranty registration must be completed online at https://www.challengerlifts.com/register-your-lift/ or warranty period will beging from invoice date of lift purchase.