Tuxedo 2-Post Single-Piece Clear Floor Electric/Hydraulic Vehicle Lift, 9,000-Lb. Capacity, Model# TP9KSCX

Model: TP9KSCX


Key Specifications

9000 lbs

Capacity

Sec

Rise Time

220V

Power

72”

Max Rise

🔧 Professional installation available — find a certified installer near you

$3250.00

  • Free Freight Shipping (Lower 48)

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– Ships in 2-3 Business Days

  • Verified Concrete Specs Included
  • Official Warranty

Fitment Check

Total Width

Narrow Bay Compatible

Total Length

Standard Garage Depth

Min. Concrete

Depth @ 3000 PSI

Min. Ceiling

For SUV parking below

Product Description:

The Lab Verdict

Executive Summary

78

/100

The Verdict:

The Tuxedo TP9KSCX is a 9,000-lb single-piece clearfloor two-post lift with symmetric arms — a clean, shop-grade lift at a home-shop price, and one we sell and ship directly. Clearfloor means the columns tie overhead, leaving the bay open, and it rises a full 72 inches for stand-up undercarriage work. It runs on a standard 220V single-phase circuit (20-amp). Overall height is 142⅞ inches, so confirm your ceiling. For asymmetric arm placement instead, see the TP9KACX; for a lower floorplate build, the TP9KF-TUX.

  • Who Should Buy It:
  • Home and pro shops that want an open, clear bay floor
  • DIYers doing suspension, brake, and exhaust work (full stand-up access)
  • Anyone who wants a shop-grade two-post at a home-shop price
  • Who Should Skip It:
  • Low-ceiling garages — a floorplate model fits lower
  • Anyone who can’t run a 220V circuit
  • ⚠️ Lab Note:
A clearfloor lift needs the ceiling — measure it against the lift plus the tallest vehicle you’ll raise.

Engineering Analysis


The “Deep Dive”

Hydraulics & Rise Time

A 220V single-phase power unit (20-amp) drives the TP9KSCX, with equalized cables synchronizing the carriages through the 72-inch rise. The single-piece clearfloor design keeps the bay open between the columns.

Safety Lock System

Automatic mechanical safety locks hold the vehicle on steel stops through the rise, released from a single point.

Structural Integrity

Single-piece clearfloor two-post with symmetric arms, 9,000 lb capacity, 72-inch rise, 142⅞-inch overall height, 113⅝ inches between columns and 96 inches of drive-through.

The "Squeeze" Factor

This is the most critical section for the TP9KSCX.

DRIVE-THROUGH WIDTH Check with manufacturer

Drive-through width data is not available for this lift. Please verify fitment specifications with the manufacturer before purchasing.

Before it arrives

At 142⅞ inches overall, check your ceiling first. It anchors into at least four inches of cured concrete on a 220V circuit. Compare in our best 2-post lifts guide.

Tuxedo 2 ($3,250) vs. Challenger VLE10 ($5,733)

Save $2,482.56 with the Tuxedo

FeatureTUXEDO 2CHALLENGER VLE10
Lifting Capacity 9,000 lbs 10,000 lbs
Power 220V 208V / 230V

The Lab Take:

The Tuxedo offers solid value and will handle most home garage needs. You will save $2,482.56 compared to the premium option.

If you want the peace of mind that comes with a name brand, better warranty support, and higher resale value, consider upgrading to the Challenger.

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

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

Restrictive – tight for wide vehicles

Max Rise Height

72”

For car stacking calculations

Motor

Requires 30 Amp Breaker – NOT 110V compatible

Rise Time

Sec

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

Concrete Req.

” Min Depth

Standard Residential Slab is usually 4″

Concrete PSI

PSI

Must be fully cured (28 days minimum)

Customer Builds

Real installations from real garages

Customer Install #1

Customer Install #2

Customer Install #3