Forward F12

Forward Automotive Lifts


F12 Specifications:


Capacity: 12,000 lbs. (5443kg)

Maximum Rise: 77-1/2″ (1968mm) With 5″ adapter extension

Adjustable Overall Height Options: 166″ (4216mm)

Standard Height (F12N300): 178″ (4521mm) Extended Max.

Height (F12N301): 154″ (3912mm) (F12N302)
143″ (3632mm) (F12N303)

Overall Width: 140″ or optional 146″ (3556 / 3708mm)

Drive Through Clearance: 102-3/4″ or optional
108-3/4″ (2609 / 2762mm)

Overhead Switch Height Options: 160-1/8″ (4067mm) Standard
172-1/8″ (4524mm) Extended
148-1/8″ (3762mm)
137-1/8″ (3483mm)

Front Arm Reach: (Min./Max.)35″/ 54″ (889 / 1372mm)

Adapter Height: 4-3/4″ (120) w/ no adapter extension
9-3/4″ (248mm) w/ 5″ adapter extension

Rear Arm Reach: (Min./Max.)35″/ 54″ (889 / 1372mm)Min./Max.

Width Inside Column: 120-7/8″ (3070mm) Adjustable
114-7/8″ (2918)

Standard Voltage/Amps: 208/230, 12 amps; 208/230, 16 amps

Motor/Phase: **1ph*/2HP/50Hz; 1ph*/2HP/60Hz

Ceiling Height Required: 168″ (4267mm)


*3-phase available at additional cost

Lifts available in blue and red

Specifications subject to change without notice or liability


F12 Two-Post Lift Features:


Forward’s F12 two-post lift is gold certified with a 12,000 pound capacity for raising most passenger cars, trucks, and vans. With two heavy-duty push hydraulic cylinders designed to increase lift performance and minimize down-time. Cylinders are located in each column concealed within the carriage itself. Durable powder coat finish provides exceptional protection from the wears a shop will see over the years. Forward’s spring operated arm restraints are just one feature that keep these heavy duty lift arms constantly performing at their peak performance.


Additional Features:


  • 12,000 lbs. capacity for raising most passenger cars, trucks and vans
  • Hydraulic cylinders in each column
  • Full Stroke
  • Cylinder rod concealed inside carriage
  • 72-1/2″ Rise | 77-1/2″ Rise (With 5″ adapter extensions)
  • 2 Stage Arm Design
  • Overhead cable equalization
  • Single Point lock release
  • Large rubber-padded swivel adapter with extra height extensions (3.5″ and 5″) are standard
  • Spring operated arm restraints, disengage at floor level
  • 2-stage front and rear arms
  • Durable powder coat finish

Forward F12 Pro Lift Brochure