Challenger CL12A 12,000 lb Symmetric — 2-Post Car Lift
Challenger CL12A 12,000 lb Symmetric — 2-Post Car Lift
The Challenger CL12A is U.S.-manufactured in Louisville, KY — the only major brand with a domestic full commercial line. 12-year structural warranty is the market longest.
Specifications
- Rated capacity: 12,000 lb
- Configuration: Symmetric
- Arm design: 3-stage arms
- Column height: 164"
- Minimum ceiling required: 165" (13 ft 9 in)
- Manufacturer SKU: CHA CL12A
Installation Requirements
- Concrete: 4 in / 3,000 PSI minimum (verify against factory install manual)
- Ceiling clearance: Verify your bay against the minimum listed above — text a photo of your bay to +1 (833) 736-7290 for pre-purchase verification before you order.
- Anchoring: Included wedge anchors (concrete anchor bolts)
Shipping
Freight-delivered curbside in 3–5 business days. Free shipping on the lift itself in the continental U.S. Add-ons under $200 ship UPS Ground separately.
0% APR financing: ~$1,003/month for 12 months with 90-day payment deferral through our lender partner. Apply in under 5 minutes at checkout.
Warranty
Challenger factory warranty applies — structural, hydraulic, and electric coverage per the manufacturer's terms. Consult the install manual for exact durations by component.
Questions? Call or text.
Text a photo of your bay (ceiling + concrete edge + width measurement) to +1 (833) 736-7290. We'll cross-reference your bay against the CHA CL12A install manual and confirm compatibility before you order. Voice calls answered same day.
The verdict
The CL12A is the dealership workhorse. Ford, Chevy, Dodge service bays — same lift everywhere, because it handles class 3 trucks, dual-rear-wheel pickups, and Sprinter vans without strain. Same accessory ecosystem as the CL10AV3 plus a 12K-rated heavy-duty footpad. EV service ready when paired with TFPK footpads.
Best for
- Dealerships and shops servicing 3/4-ton and 1-ton trucks regularly
- Bays with vehicle mix that includes commercial vans (Sprinter, Transit, ProMaster)
- Shops that want one lift handling cars through heavy-duty trucks
Don't buy if
- You only service passenger cars and light SUVs — the CL10AV3 saves you money
- You service Class 5+ trucks regularly — see CL16 or CL20
- You need a Versymmetric arm geometry — the CL12A is symmetric
Install requirements
| Capacity | 12000 lbs |
| Minimum ceiling | 144 (Low-Ceiling) / 159 (Standard) / 171 (1' Ext) / 183 (2' Ext) |
| Concrete thickness | 4 inches minimum |
| Concrete PSI | 3500 PSI minimum, steel reinforced, 28-day cure |
| Electrical | 208-230V, 1Ph, 20A dedicated circuit |
| ALI certified | Gold Label — meets ANSI/ALI standards for commercial use |
Install manual
The manufacturer's install/operation manual (IOM) for this lift.
Download Install Manual (PDF)Compatible accessories
Add-ons that fit this exact lift model.
