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The eight things operators want to know before an Autowlift goes on their forklift. Anything not covered here — just email us and you’ll get a real answer.
Up to 4,000 lbs. Model AL-HD is rated and built for daily use in impound lots, tow yards, and storage facilities.
No. The Autowlift has a 4-inch low profile with a smooth top and no bolts, screws, or pins sticking out. It lifts from under the tires — the vehicle’s frame, bumper, and oil pan never make contact.
No. That’s the whole point. Move non-running, repossessed, or damaged vehicles without ever touching the ignition.
Any forklift with a minimum lift capacity of 4,000 lbs. The Autowlift works with most standard forklifts.
No. It’s simple manual operation — slide it onto your forks, hook the chain, and go.
2 ratchet straps, all necessary hardware, and a ball hitch attachment for moving trailers and boats too.
1 year on parts, covering material and workmanship.
Made in the USA — Hawthorne, California. Solid steel construction, not sheet metal.
The Short Version
| Model | AL-HD |
|---|---|
| Lift capacity | 4,000 lbs |
| Price | $4,500 complete |
| Forklift needed | 4,000 lb minimum capacity |
| Power required | None — manual operation, no hydraulics |
| Warranty | 1 year, parts and workmanship |
| Made in | Hawthorne, California, USA |
Talk to the People Who Build It
We’re a small, hands-on towing accessory supplier — not a call center. Send us your question and you’ll get a straight answer from someone who works on these.
Autowlift — Towing Accessory Supplier, Hawthorne, CA · (424) 505-3333 · tech@autowlift.com