Daytona LTPF12 12,000 lb Two Post Floorplate Lift
Put 12,000 lbs in a Low Ceiling Bay with the Daytona LTPF12 Two Post Floorplate Lift
Most two post lifts want a 12 foot ceiling before you can even think about them, and that single number rules out an enormous number of real shops. Older buildings, converted units, strip-mall bays with a low deck above, home garages with a bonus room on top. The capacity you need exists, the money exists, and the ceiling says no. Shops in that position usually end up on an undersized mid-rise scissor lift and give up on real under-vehicle access.
The Daytona LTPF12 is the way around it. It is a floorplate lift, which means the equalization runs through a plate on the floor instead of an overhead bar, and the whole lift stands just 114.0". That is a 10 foot ceiling, not twelve and a half. You get the full 12,000 lb capacity, 74.8" of lifting height, and 112.0" of drive-thru clearance in a bay an overhead lift cannot legally occupy.
It runs dual chain drive hydraulic cylinders with automatic safety locks and single-point lock release, three-stage front arms reaching 32.3" to 63.8", and a heavy-duty baseplate design that carries the load into the floor rather than a top beam. Truck adapters, screw-up pads, and rubber door guards are all in the crate, and it runs on 240V single phase at 3 HP and 13 amps.
Measure your ceiling before you shop anything else. Call a Pitstop Pro lift specialist with that number and we will tell you what fits. If you have the height, the ALI certified BR10-2OH-33 and the 15,000 lb LTPO15 are the overhead alternatives. Or compare every 2 post car lift and the full Daytona lineup.
Benefits of the Daytona LTPF12
Key Features of the Daytona LTPF12 12k Floorplate Lift
• 114.0" overall height: The defining spec. A floorplate design puts the equalization in the floor rather than a top beam, so the lift clears a 10 foot ceiling where a comparable overhead model needs closer to 12 and a half.
• 12,000 lb lifting capacity: The arm pads sit 2.1" off the floor at rest, and the lifting range runs from 4.33" up to 74.8", so low sports cars load as easily as a crew cab. Front clearance is 9.4" and the arms reach 32.3" to 63.8".
• Dual chain drive hydraulic cylinders: Chain over cylinder equalization keeps both carriages synchronized through the travel. It is a proven, serviceable arrangement and the chains are a standard maintenance item rather than a mystery.
• Automatic safety locks, single-point release: Locks engage automatically as the carriage rises and release from one handle. Rubber door guards on both columns protect the vehicle during loading.
• Heavy-duty baseplate design: The 19.5" floor plate ties the columns together and carries the equalization load into the slab. Base plate thickness is 0.8" with a 20.9" column footprint.
• Truck adapters included standard: Screw-up pads and truck adapters ship with the lift for frame-contact pickup points, so nothing extra needs sourcing before the installer finishes.
Minimum Garage Requirements
✔ Ceiling Height: 10'-0" recommended (lift stands 114.0" overall) ✔ Bay Width: 14'-0" recommended (155.5" across the floor plate) ✔ Concrete Thickness: Minimum 8" (203 mm)
✔ Concrete Strength: Minimum 3,000 PSI compressive ✔ Floor Level: Within 3/8" across the installation area ✔ Electrical: 240V single phase, 3 HP, 13A, 60Hz dedicated circuit
✔ Ceiling Height: 10'-0" recommended (114.0" overall)
✔ Bay Width: 14'-0" recommended (155.5" across the floor plate)
✔ Concrete Thickness: Minimum 8" (203 mm)
✔ Concrete Strength: Minimum 3,000 PSI compressive
✔ Floor Level: Within 3/8" across the installation area
✔ Electrical: 240V single phase, 3 HP, 13A, 60Hz dedicated circuit
*This lift requires a minimum of 8" of 3,000 PSI concrete, level within 3/8" across the installation area, with no anchor placed within 6" of a crack, edge, or expansion joint. Many residential garage slabs are poured at 4" and will not qualify. Installing on inadequate concrete may result in serious injury or death. It is the customer's responsibility to verify concrete thickness and strength prior to purchase and installation.
| Daytona LTPF12 12,000 lb 2-Post Floorplate Lift Specifications | |
| Manufacturer | Daytona |
| Model | LTPF12 |
| Lift Type | 2-Post Floorplate Lift, three-stage front arms, two-stage rear arms |
| Lifting Capacity | 12,000 lbs (5,443 kg) |
| Lifting Range | 4.33" to 74.80" (110 to 1,900 mm) |
| Minimum Pad Height | 2.1" (54 mm) at rest |
| Overall Height | 114.0" (2,895 mm) |
| Overall Width | 155.5" (3,950 mm) across the floor plate 146.1" (3,711 mm) at the columns, outside to outside |
| Width Between Columns (inside to inside) | 127.2" (3,230 mm) |
| Drive-Thru Clearance | 112.0" (2,844 mm) between the carriages, which is the narrowest point |
| Floor Plate Width | 19.5" (495 mm) |
| Arm Reach | 32.3" to 63.8" (820 to 1,620 mm) |
| Column Height | 114.0" (2,895 mm), the same as the overall height. A floorplate lift has nothing above the columns. |
| Column Base Depth | 20.9" (530 mm) |
| Front Clearance | 9.4" (240 mm) |
| Base Plate Thickness | 0.8" (20 mm) |
| Drive Type | Dual chain drive hydraulic cylinders |
| Safety System | Automatic safety locks with single-point lock release |
| Power Requirement | 240V / 3 HP / 13A / 1PH / 60Hz |
| Concrete Requirement | Minimum 8" (203 mm) thick at 3,000 PSI compressive strength |
| Shipping Dimensions | Lift: 116" × 22" × 39" | 2,200 lbs Pump: 31" × 12" × 11" | 60 lbs |
| Included Accessories | Truck adapters, screw-up pads, and rubber door guards |
| Warranty | 5-year structural | 2-year power units, cylinders, and seal kits | 1-year other defective parts |
| Blueprint | View the engineer stamped dimensional drawing |
Daytona LTPF12 Frequently Asked Questions
What is a floorplate lift, and what is the catch?
On an overhead lift the two columns are tied together by a beam across the top, which carries the equalization cables and a shutoff bar. On a floorplate lift that connection runs across the floor instead. The upside is height: 114.0" overall, so a 10 foot ceiling works. The catch is the plate itself, 19.5" wide, sitting on the floor between the columns. Technicians roll creepers and jacks over it, and it collects dirt. For most shops that is a fair trade for being able to run a 12,000 lb lift at all.
How much ceiling do I actually need?
The lift is 114.0" tall, which is 9'-6". Plan on a 10 foot ceiling to clear the structure with room for lighting. Measure to the lowest obstruction in the bay, not the peak, and remember the vehicle on the lift needs to clear too. Because there is no overhead bar, the tallest thing you can lift is limited by your ceiling rather than by the equipment.
How low a car can it pick up?
Two different numbers matter here and they are often confused. The arm pads sit 2.1" off the floor when the lift is fully down, which is what has to slide under the pinch weld. The lifting range starts at 4.33", which is where the pad is once it makes contact and begins to raise the car. If you are checking clearance on a low sports car, 2.1" is the figure to measure against.
Will a full-size truck fit?
Yes. The 12,000 lb rating covers three-quarter and one-ton pickups, full-size vans, and loaded work trucks, with 112.0" of drive-thru clearance between the carriages. The columns themselves sit 127.2" apart inside to inside, so the carriages are the narrow point to measure against. Truck adapters ship standard so the arms reach frame-contact points. Dual rear wheel trucks are worth a phone call to confirm against your specific configuration.
Chain drive versus direct drive, does it matter?
The LTPF12 uses dual chain drive hydraulic cylinders, where the cylinder pulls a chain that raises the carriage. Daytona's overhead models like the BR10-2OH-33 use direct drive instead. Chain drive is proven and serviceable, and the chain is a scheduled maintenance item rather than a wear surprise. Direct drive has fewer parts in the load path. Neither is a bad choice, and on a floorplate lift the chain arrangement is what the geometry calls for.
What concrete does it need?
Plan on a minimum of 8" of concrete at 3,000 PSI compressive strength, cured, level within 3/8" across the installation area, with no anchor placed within 6" of a crack, edge, or expansion joint. A floorplate lift anchors the plate as well as the columns, so slab condition across the whole footprint matters, not just under the posts. If your slab does not qualify, a pad can be poured. Verifying concrete is the customer's responsibility, and installing on an inadequate slab is genuinely dangerous.
Do I need three phase power?
No. 240V single phase, 3 HP, 13 amps, 60Hz on a dedicated circuit. Have a licensed electrician confirm the circuit and breaker sizing before the installer arrives.
How does delivery work?
The LTPF12 ships as freight in two pieces: the lift at 116" x 22" x 39" and 2,200 lbs, and the power unit at 31" x 12" x 11" and 60 lbs. Curbside freight delivery and warehouse pickup are both available. A lift specialist can quote the options for your ZIP and tell you what you will want on site to get a 2,200 lb crate off the truck.
What is the warranty?
Five years structural, two years on power units, cylinders, and seal kits, and one year on all other defective parts. Daytona has served shops in the United States and Canada since 1999 and stocks parts in regional warehouses.
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