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The Challenger EW1220 is a professional-grade 12,000 lb. capacity hydraulic inground lift engineered specifically for servicing today's widest vehicles — including heavy-duty trucks, electric vehicles, and large SUVs. With an industry-leading 88" drive-through clearance, this ALI-certified lift can accommodate extra-wide models like the RAM TRX, Hummer EV, Tesla Model X, and Ford Mach-E with ease. The EW1220's innovative design allows for battery lowering operations on electric vehicles, making it an essential tool for modern automotive service facilities preparing for the future of vehicle repair.
Built with true 3-stage arms at both front and rear positions, the EW1220 delivers exceptional reach flexibility with arm extension ranging from 20.125" to 48.125". Each arm is rated for 3,500 lbs. capacity, and the lift features double-telescoping screw pads with adjustable height from 4" to 6.125" for secure, precise vehicle positioning. The lift achieves a 78" rise height with a smooth 72" stroke, providing ample working clearance beneath even large trucks and SUVs.
Configuration Change Notice: Integrating the Powerunit & Controls Under the Bench
Due to the recent move to the DLH power units on the EW and EV Series inground lifts, the configuration for the cabinet door for bench mount levered controls will change. Please make sure that when using BML controls with ingrounds, you account for this configuration change.
NOTE: The BMC configuration will not change.
Control System Resources:
BMC Configuration 
& Bench Mount Lever (BML-DLH)
ALI Certified & Inspection Ready
The Challenger EW1220 is ALI certified, ensuring compliance with industry safety standards. To view the official lift inspection guide, click here.
The EW1220 delivers the extra width that modern vehicles demand. With a 121.5" overall width and 88" drive-through clearance, this inground lift provides unmatched access for wide-bodied vehicles that simply won't fit on standard lifts. Whether you're servicing heavy-duty pickup trucks with wide fender flares or next-generation electric vehicles with wider wheelbases, the EW1220 ensures safe, stable lifting every time.
Powered by a robust 2HP motor (208v-230v, 60Hz, 1Ph), the lift operates efficiently with air requirements of 90-120 psi. The hydraulic system delivers a smooth, controlled rise in just 63 seconds, allowing technicians to work faster without sacrificing precision or safety. Double-telescoping screw pads provide secure contact points with adjustable height from 4" to 6.125", ensuring compatibility with a wide range of vehicle undercarriage designs.
The EW1220 is available in Black, Red, or Blue powder coat finishes, allowing you to customize the look of your shop while benefiting from durable, corrosion-resistant protection. Bench-mounted controls are available as an optional upgrade for convenient operation placement.
Want even faster cycle times for high-volume service operations? The EW1220 is compatible with the optional QuickCycle system (sold separately), which can dramatically reduce rise and lower times to maximize shop productivity.
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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.
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