Challenger CL16-2-3S 16,000 lb Symmetric — 2-Post Car Lift
Challenger CL16-2-3S 16,000 lb Symmetric — 2-Post Car Lift
The Challenger CL16-2-3S 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: 16,000 lb
- Configuration: Symmetric
- Arm design: 3-stage arms
- Column height: 198"
- Minimum ceiling required: 200" (16 ft 8 in)
- Manufacturer SKU: CHA CL16-2-3S
Installation Requirements
- Concrete: 4½ 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: ~$2,158/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 CL16-2-3S install manual and confirm compatibility before you order. Voice calls answered same day.
The verdict
Step up to the CL16 when 12K isn't enough. Class 4 diesel pickups, dual-rear-wheel HD trucks, ambulance and utility chassis, cargo vans at full GVW. 16K capacity, 4,000 lbs per arm, symmetric 3-stage front and rear. EV service ready at widest setting with TFPK footpads.
Best for
- Heavy-duty truck shops servicing class 3-4 vehicles, dual-rear-wheel pickups, F-450s
- Cargo van service (Sprinter, Transit, larger commercial)
- Bays with at least 13'6" ceiling and 16' width
Don't buy if
- You don't service vehicles over 12K — the CL12A is meaningfully cheaper
- Your bay can't accommodate 13'6" minimum ceiling and 16' width
- You service Class 5+ trucks regularly — see CL20
Install requirements
| Capacity | 16000 lbs |
| Minimum ceiling | 162 (Standard CL16-3S) / 186 (CL16-2-3S 2' Ext) |
| Concrete thickness | 4 inches minimum |
| Concrete PSI | 3500 PSI minimum, steel reinforced, 28-day cure |
| Electrical | 208-230V, 1Ph, 30A 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)