BendPak

HDS40FL

40,000 Lb. Capacity / Four-Post Lift / Forklift
In stock
SKU 5175616
$31,095.00

Ditch the wood blocks. Drive on, set chocks, and raise the forklift on a stable 40,000-lbs four-post lift platform. The HDS40FL is a purpose-built four-post lift for forklifts that delivers true drive-on efficiency, rock-solid stability, and wide-open undercar access for faster, safer maintenance.

Overview

Built specifically for forklifts

Forklifts are compact, low to the ground, and carry concentrated loads at the axles and mast. Passenger-car lifts and floor jacks are not ideal for that. The HDS40FL four post lift uses a wide, rigid runway platform that supports the whole truck the way your team actually services it. Operators drive on at a low 9.75" runway height, set chocks, raise to a lock, and get to work.

Drive-on efficiency

This is a single-approach design. You drive on, service, then back down the same ramp. Spotting is straightforward with 133.75" between columns and 109" of drive-in clearance. The 197.5" runway length fits common electric and IC forklifts without crowding the ends.

Access where forklift techs actually work

With the truck resting on the runways, your team gets clear access to steer and drive axles, brakes, hubs, belly pans, cooling packs, hydraulic lines, and battery compartments. Add rolling bridge jacks to lift a single axle for wheel-off work. Mast chain inspection and lubrication are easier at a comfortable working height.

Ergonomic heights that speed repeat jobs

Pick the working height that fits the task and the tech. Thirteen positive mechanical locks are spaced in 4" steps from a lowest lock of 20" up to a top lock of 67.25". Total rise is 69.75". That range covers seated, standing, and overhead work without awkward body positions.

Stable by design

Four posts and heavy cross-tubes create a rigid structure. Mechanical locks hold the platform at height so it will not drift while a technician is under it. The result is a steady, predictable work surface that keeps tall masts and off-center loads under control.

Built for daily use

Warehouses, plants, ports, and rental yards are demanding environments. The HDS40FL forklift four post lift is built for high-cycle operation with straightforward controls and durable components that are easy to service. Plan the bay with confidence. Overall length with ramps is 253.75", so you can maintain forklift lanes and staging areas around the lift.

Why it pays off

Time spent building makeshift support or chasing pick points is downtime. The HDS40FL turns forklift maintenance into a simple, repeatable drive-on routine. Faster setup, safer work, and better throughput on every shift.

Who uses the HDS40FL four-post lift for forklifts?

  • Warehouse and distribution centers with in-house service
  • Forklift dealers and service providers
  • Manufacturing plants, ports, and intermodal hubs with mixed fleets
  • Rental yards and cold-storage operations that cannot afford downtime
  • Municipal, university, and utility fleets adopting heavier electric trucks

Features

  • 40,000-lbs. capacity sized for modern electric and IC forklifts
  • True drive-through design with low-angle ramps
  • Low 9.75-in runway height for easy approach and spotting
  • 13 mechanical lock positions in 4-in increments
  • Working heights from 20-in to 67.25-in with 69.75 in of total rise
  • 109-in drive-through opening and 133.75-in between columns for easy entry
  • 197.5-in runway length for common fleet wheelbases
  • Compatible with rolling bridge jacks for wheel-off service
  • Built for high-cycle, industrial environments

Specs

HDS40FL 40klb lift spec diagram
Lifting Capacity 40,000 lbs. (18,144 kg)
*Max Capacity / Front Axle 20,000 lbs. (9,072 kg)
*Max Capacity / Rear Axle 20,000 lbs. (9,072 kg)
A - Min. Runway Height 9.5" (242 mm)
B - Max. Rise 60" (1,524 mm)
C - Max. Lifting Height 69.5" (1,766 mm)
D - Overall Width 153.5" (3,899 mm)
E - Outside Length 197" (5,004 mm)
F - Overall Length 253.75" (6,445 mm)
G - Height of Columns 91.25" (2,318 mm)
H - Width Between Columns 133.5" (3,391 mm)
I - Drive-Thru Clearance 109" (2,768 mm)
J - Runway Width 28.125" (712 mm)
K - Length of Runways 197.5" (5,013 mm)
L - Width Between Runways 40.875" (1,038 mm)
M - Runway Centerline 74" (1,880 mm)
N - Outside Edge of Runways 102.125" (2,592 mm)
Locking Positions 13
Lock Spacing Every 4" / 100 mm
Motor 220 VAC / 60 Hz, 1Ph
Noise 45 dB
Shipping Weight 6,748 lbs. (3,060 kg)
Dimensions 266" x 33" x 37" (6,756 mm x 838 mm x 940 mm)
Time to Full Rise 75 seconds

WARNING: California's Proposition 65