Triumph NT-11 (NT-11Q) 11,000 lb Two-Post Auto Lift
Floor-plate design and shop clearances
The NT-11 is a two-post lift whose columns are joined at the floor by a drive-over base plate rather than an overhead crossbar, so no top bar cuts into ceiling clearance. The tallest fixed point is the 116" column itself. Overall width is 138", distance between posts is 112" measured at mirror height, and drive-through width at the tires is 102". Lifting height is 72" and lowered height is 4.5", low enough to clear low-profile vehicles. Rated capacity is 11,000 lb, distributed at 2,750 lb per arm pad across all four arms — the lift is designed to raise the entire vehicle on all four pads, never one end or one corner. When you plan the bay, allow for the 116" column plus the tallest vehicle at working height, and keep heaters, building supports and electrical lines clear of the area.
Asymmetric arms, pads and safety hardware
The arm set is asymmetric: the two front arms are three-piece double-telescoping sections reaching 29.50" to 49.25", and the two rear arms are two-piece single-telescoping sections reaching 34.25" to 49.25". That geometry seats the vehicle rearward of the column centerline so doors open clear of the posts during loading and unloading. Each arm ends in a rubber lift pad and accepts stackable steel truck adapters for frames that need extra reach, up to a 9" maximum pad height. Arms mount on 1-1/2" pins, and rack-and-gear arm restraints engage automatically to stop the swing arms drifting under load. A multi-position mechanical safety latch on each column engages automatically as the carriage rises and holds the lift on lock until both releases are pulled.
Power unit, hydraulics and electrical service
Lifting is handled by dual hydraulic cylinders, one per column, kept in sync by dual equalizer cables routed over top and bottom sheaves. The electric-hydraulic power unit is column-mounted and can be installed on either column, so you can put the controls on whichever side suits your bay layout. It runs on 220V single-phase service at 60 Hz and needs a dedicated 30-amp circuit; have a certified electrician make the hook-up to comply with local code. The system uses about 3 gallons of AW32 hydraulic oil and raises the lift to its 72" maximum height in 56 seconds. Triumph states ISO 9001 manufacturing and CE conformity for the lift. Confirm the dedicated 220V single-phase circuit is available before you buy — it is the most common install delay on a lift this size.
Concrete, delivery and warranty terms
The NT-11 installs on a level, cured concrete floor with a minimum thickness of 4" rated at 3,000 PSI. Do not install on asphalt, over expansion joints, outdoors, or on a second floor over a basement. Shipping weight is 1,550 lb and the lift moves by LTL common carrier on a 48-foot semi. You unload it — the driver will not, and lift-gate service is not offered on auto lifts — so plan for a forklift, Bobcat, tractor, tow truck or backhoe, or have it held at the carrier's nearest freight terminal for pickup. Installation is not included in the base price; the supplied manual covers site layout, anchor bolts, power-unit mounting, cable routing, hydraulic hook-up and test run, and Triumph notes two people can typically assemble the lift in a few hours. Warranty is 1 year on parts, no labor.
Key features
11,000 lb capacity — distributed at 2,750 lb per arm pad across all four arms
Floor-plate design — columns join at a drive-over base plate, with no overhead crossbar
Asymmetric arms — three-piece double-telescoping fronts, two-piece single-telescoping rears, so doors clear the columns
Dual hydraulic cylinders — one per column, synchronized by dual equalizer cables over top and bottom sheaves
Automatic safety latches — multi-position mechanical latches with dual manual release, plus rack-and-gear arm restraints
Either-side power unit — column-mounted electric-hydraulic unit on 220V single-phase, 60 Hz, 30-amp circuit
Included accessories — stackable steel truck adapters, floor anchors (3/4" × 5-1/2") and mounting hardware at no extra charge