BendPak Dual-Platform Super-Wide 4-Post Car Lift, 9000-Lb. Capacity, Model# HD-9SW

Model: HD-9SW


Key Specifications

9000 lbs

Capacity

55 Sec

Rise Time

220V

Power

70”

Max Rise

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$13395.00

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  • Verified Concrete Specs Included
  • Official Warranty

Fitment Check

Total Width

Narrow Bay Compatible

Total Length

Standard Garage Depth

Min. Concrete

4.25”

Depth @ 3000 PSI

Min. Ceiling

65”

For SUV parking below

Product Description:

The Lab Verdict

Executive Summary

81

/100

The Verdict:

The BendPak HD-9SW is the dual-platform, super-wide four-post — 192 inches of clear space between the posts, room for two vehicles side by side. Park one above and two below and it effectively stores four cars in a wide bay’s footprint. At 9,000 lb it handles most passenger vehicles and light trucks. It’s a different animal from the single-runway HD-9; for the same idea with more length, see the extended HD-9SWX.

  • Who Should Buy It:
  • Homeowners wanting to double their garage parking capacity
  • Car collectors who need to stack vehicles for storage
  • DIY enthusiasts who perform oil changes and basic maintenance
  • Anyone who wants the safest, easiest-to-use lift type
  • Owners of full-size trucks and SUVs
  • Who Should Skip It:
  • Users who need to do wheel-off suspension work (unless you buy bridge jacks)
  • Anyone without at least 4″ of cured concrete
  • ⚠️ Lab Note:
This unit requires a 220V/230V connection. Most homes do not have this outlet in the garage. You may need an electrician to install a dedicated circuit.

Engineering Analysis


The “Deep Dive”

Hydraulics & Rise Time

A 220V single-phase power unit lifts the wide dual platform as one, with 192 inches of clear space between the posts — room for two vehicles side by side.

Safety Lock System

Mechanical locks hold the full-width platform at height on steel stops; with a vehicle stored above and room for two below, it effectively parks four.

Structural Integrity

Dual-platform, super-wide four-post: 202 inches overall width with 192 inches between the posts and a 77-inch lifting height — built to store or service two side-by-side vehicles. 9,000 lb, 5-2-1 warranty.

The "Squeeze" Factor

This is the most critical section for the HD-9SW.

DRIVE-THROUGH WIDTH 192.00"
CLEARANCE HEIGHT 65"

Let's do the math on a real-world scenario: 2023 Chevrolet Corvette.

Corvette Width (Mirrors Out): ~84"
Clearance: 54.0" per side
The Result:

It fits comfortably with plenty of clearance on each side.

Ceiling Math

To stack two cars, you need:

Car A Height + Car B Height + 10" (Runway + Clearance)

Example: 2020 Mustang (55") + 1969 Camaro (51") + 10" = 116 inches (9.6 feet)

If your ceiling is 9 feet (108"), you CANNOT stack these two cars with this lift. You would need a "Low Profile" modification or shorter cars.

Fit & setup

This one needs real width and height — confirm both, and set it on flat concrete. Compare storage lifts in our best 4-post lifts guide or all 4-post lifts.

BendPak Dual ($13,395) vs. Atlas ® ($8,549)

Why pay $4,846.00 more for the BendPak?

FeatureBENDPAK DUALATLAS ®
Lock Spacing 4 in Not specified
Lifting Capacity 9,000 lbs 7,000 lbs
Power 220V 220V

The Lab Take:

If this is for a commercial shop where liability is key, or if you are parking a $100k car underneath, buy the BendPak. The build quality and brand reputation justify the premium.

If you are storing a daily driver and budget is tight, the Atlas will get the job done, but expect some compromises on fit and finish.

Year 1 Maintenance Schedule

Owning a lift is like owning a car. You can’t just install it and ignore it.

Weekly

Wipe down the inside of the columns. Dust mixed with grease turns into a grinding paste that wears out your slider blocks. Check for debris around the runways and base plates.

Monthly

Check Cable Tension. You will hear the locks “clicking” as the lift goes up. If one corner clicks later than the others, that cable is loose. Tighten the nut on top of that specific column to level it out. Inspect the safety locks for proper engagement.

Yearly

Inspect the hydraulic hoses for dry rot or cracks. Grease the pulleys (sheaves) if they do not have sealed bearings. Check all bolts and fasteners for tightness. Verify hydraulic fluid levels and condition.

Complete Technical Specifications


Specification

Value

Note

Lifting Capacity

9000 Ibs

Good for: Light Duty Trucks, SUVs, Sedans

Overall Length

Measure from garage door to back wall

Overall Width

Fits in standard single car bay

Drive-Through Width

192”

Restrictive – tight for wide vehicles

Max Rise Height

70”

For car stacking calculations

Motor

Requires 30 Amp Breaker – NOT 110V compatible

Rise Time

55 Sec

Slower than 2-post lifts (30-40 sec)

Concrete Req.

4.25” Min Depth

Standard Residential Slab is usually 4″

Concrete PSI

3000PSI

Must be fully cured (28 days minimum)

Customer Builds

Real installations from real garages

Customer Install #1

Customer Install #2

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