Choosing a four-post lift for your automotive business is essential but also intimidating. With so many specifications to compare and features to navigate, it is no surprise that most automotive professionals trust only a handful of brands. Challenger™ has been leading car lift innovation for over 28 years, and we take an in-depth look at their 4015-Series to compare lifts. With this information, you can easily determine which four-post model may best serve your business and allow you to expand your service offering.

Flat deck lifts are great for general services, whereas alignment rack packages are excellent for truck repair. Unlike flat deck vehicle lifts, alignment rack car lifts allow shops to perform two-wheel alignment services from 166.5 to 194 inches and four-wheel alignment services from 88 to 158 inches. Challenger™ alignment rack models include packages of two 7,500 lb. rolling jacks, internal airline system for the dual rolling jacks, flush mount stainless steel turning radius gauges, rear slip plates, multi-position work-steps, and automatic wheel stops.

Challenger 4015-Series Four-Post Lift Comparison

Any four-post lift in Challenger’s 4015-Series can help you expand your revenue potential. Every model in this collection is available in several productivity settings, ranging from open to closed front general service flat decks and alignment rack packages that support all the latest camera imaging alignment systems. Depending on the model you choose, you can service small passenger cars, medium-duty trucks, vans, fleet vehicles, and anything in between.

Challenger™ is home to the highest rise in the industry, providing more headroom and workspace than ever before. Each unit comes with 14-level lock positions that allow technicians to work at ergonomic heights, thus improving efficiency and minimizing fatigue. Front bearing and yoke assemblies distribute contact load to reduce column stress for longer product life. Fully gusseted base plate design reduces column deflection and decreases lift sensitivity to uneven floors. Louvered approach ramps prevent wheel spin and provide positive vehicle traction.

Lift	Capacity	Height	Width	Length	Rise	Power Unit
4015EFO	15,000 lbs.	93.5” – 99.5”	134.5” – 142”	249”	78”	208v – 230v / 2HP
4015EFX	15,000 lbs.	90.5”	134.5”	244.5”	78”	208v – 230v / 2HP
4015XFO	15,000 lbs.	93.5” – 99.5”	134.5” – 142”	276”	78”	208v – 230v / 2HP
4015XFX	15,000 lbs.	90.5”	134.5”	272”	78”	208v – 230v / 2HP
AR4015EAO	15,000 lbs.	93.5” – 99.5”	134.5” – 142”	249”	78”	208v – 230v / 2HP
AR4015EAX	15,000 lbs.	90.5”	134.5”	244.5”	78”	208v – 230v / 2HP
AR4015XAO	15,000 lbs.	93.5” – 99.5”	134.5” – 142”	276”	78”	208v – 230v / 2HP
AR4015XAX	15,000 lbs.	90.5”	134.5”	272”	78”	208v – 230v / 2HP

While the 4015EFO, 4015XFO, AR4015EAO, and AR4015XAO models feature open fronts, the 4015EFX, 4015XFX, AR4015EAX, and AR4015XAX models feature closed fronts. Open-front designs eliminate the crossbeam between runways at the front of the lift, making it easier for technicians to access engine and front suspension components. Open front lifts typically have wider footprints than closed front lifts, so automotive repair facilities or dealerships with certain space restrictions or narrow service bays may be better served by a car lift with a closed front design.

Choosing the Best Car Lift for Your Business

Unlike two-post lifts, four-post lifts offer the versatility to handle varying wheelbases and accommodate different weight distributions easily. If your service technicians rely on the equipment they’re operating, and you rely on the safety of your service technicians, your business relies on innovative technology that can handle your day-to-day services. Look no further than the Challenger™ 4015-Series to satisfy your operational needs. If you have any questions about this article or need help finding a specific lift for your business, please contact a Best Buy Auto Equipment representative today for additional information or further assistance.