BendPak Low-Rise Pad Car Lift, 10,000-Lb. Capacity, Model# LR-10000

Model: LR-10000


Key Specifications

10000 lbs

Capacity

35 Sec

Rise Time

115/208-230

Power

24”

Max Rise

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$5595.00

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  • Verified Concrete Specs Included
  • Official Warranty

Fitment Check

Total Width

85”

Narrow Bay Compatible

Total Length

82.65”

Standard Garage Depth

Min. Concrete

4.25”

Depth @ 3000 PSI

Min. Ceiling

23”

For SUV parking below

Product Description:

The Lab Verdict

Executive Summary

71

/100

The Verdict:

The BendPak LR-10000 is a 10,000-lb low-rise pad lift — a pair of drive-on pads that raise a vehicle about 23 inches (32 with the stacking blocks) for wheel, brake, and general service at a comfortable seated height. Collapsed to just 4.5 inches it sits nearly flush and stores easily, and its 10,000-lb capacity comfortably covers full-size trucks. It’s ALI-certified and runs on a 208–230V single-phase circuit. This isn’t a stand-up lift — for full undercarriage access you’d want a two-post — but for fast wheels-off work in a shop that needs the floor back afterward, a low-rise pad like this is hard to beat.

  • Who Should Buy It:
  • Professional mechanics and shop owners
  • Serious DIYers who do suspension, brake, and exhaust work
  • Anyone who needs full undercarriage access
  • Users willing to drill anchor holes into concrete
  • Commercial shops servicing trucks and fleet vehicles
  • Who Should Skip It:
  • Anyone who cannot drill into their concrete floor
  • Users with concrete less than 4″ thick or with major cracks
  • People who want a simple, no-install solution
  • ⚠️ 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 208–230V single-phase power unit raises both pads together, and the low-profile scissor mechanism collapses to 4.5 inches so a vehicle can drive straight on.

Safety Lock System

ALI-certified, with mechanical safety locks holding the pads at height rather than relying on hydraulic pressure.

Structural Integrity

Low-rise, drive-on pad design rated 10,000 lb, raising to 23 inches (32 inches with the included stacking blocks) and collapsing to 4.5 inches for near-flush storage.

The "Squeeze" Factor

This is the most critical section for the LR-10000.

DRIVE-THROUGH WIDTH 65.00"
CLEARANCE HEIGHT 23"

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

Corvette Width (Mirrors Out): ~84"
Clearance: -9.6" per side
The Result:

It does not fit. This vehicle is too wide for this lift.

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.

Setup: minimal

The LR-10000 is a surface-mounted low-rise lift — no overhead clearance to worry about. Set it on solid, level concrete and connect a 208–230V single-phase circuit. Because it collapses to 4.5 inches, vehicles drive straight on and off.

BendPak Low ($5,595) vs. Atlas ® ($5,399)

Why pay $196.00 more for the BendPak?

FeatureBENDPAK LOWATLAS ®
Lifting Capacity 10,000 lbs 12,000 lbs
Power 115/208-230 Not specified

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

Check the Arm Restraints. When the lift is raised, the gears on the arms should lock so they cannot swing. If they slip, adjust the spring tension immediately. Inspect lifting pads for wear.

Monthly

Check the Equalizer Cables. These are the thin cables running across the floor (or overhead). They sync the two carriages. They should be tight like a guitar string. Lubricate the carriage slides.

Yearly

Inspect the rubber lifting pads. If the metal is showing through the rubber, replace the pads. Metal-on-metal contact can slip. Check hydraulic hoses, seals, and anchor bolts. Verify column alignment.

Complete Technical Specifications


Specification

Value

Note

Lifting Capacity

10000 Ibs

Good for: Light Duty Trucks, SUVs, Sedans

Overall Length

85”

Measure from garage door to back wall

Overall Width

85”

Fits in standard single car bay

Drive-Through Width

65”

Restrictive – tight for wide vehicles

Max Rise Height

24”

For car stacking calculations

Motor

Requires 30 Amp Breaker – NOT 110V compatible

Rise Time

35 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

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