Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile
#1 in 3 tons and upFull review
A 3 ton steel jack whose saddle drops to 3 in, for low cars and SUVs on a budget. Arcan does not say whether it has dual pump pistons.
Amazon $147.99$147.99
The Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile is the better floor jack overall, rated 3.9 to 3.4. The Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile leads on value, low profile and lift height. The Yellow Jacket AS83003XL 3 Ton Aluminum wins on weight. The Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile costs $102 less ($147.99 vs $249.99).
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Yellow Jacket AS83003XL 3 Ton Aluminum
#12 in 3 tons and upFull review
An all-aluminum 3 ton racing jack at about 58 lb, for owners who move their jack often.
Amazon $249.99$249.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile for value ($49.33 per ton ($147.99, 3 ton) vs $83.33 per ton ($249.99, 3 ton)), low profile (3 in minimum saddle height vs 3.8 in minimum saddle height) and lift height (19.7 in maximum saddle height vs 18.9 in maximum saddle height).
- Choose the Yellow Jacket AS83003XL 3 Ton Aluminum for weight (19.3 lb per ton (57.8 lb jack) vs 25.6 lb per ton (76.8 lb jack)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 3 tons and up floor jack; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile | Yellow Jacket AS83003XL 3 Ton Aluminum |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 25% | 69 $49.33 per ton ($147.99, 3 ton) | 37 $83.33 per ton ($249.99, 3 ton) |
| Low profile 25% | 91 3 in minimum saddle height | 64 3.8 in minimum saddle height |
| Lift height 15% | 57 19.7 in maximum saddle height | 49 18.9 in maximum saddle height |
| Capacity 10% | 60 3 ton (6,000 lb) rated capacity | 60 3 ton (6,000 lb) rated capacity |
| Weight 10% | 65 25.6 lb per ton (76.8 lb jack) | 86 19.3 lb per ton (57.8 lb jack) |
| Features 10% | 50 features not published (neutral score used) | 68 dual pump pistons, ASME claim without the PASE standard |
| Warranty 5% | 33 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile | Yellow Jacket AS83003XL 3 Ton Aluminum | |
|---|---|---|
| Lifting | ||
| Rated capacity | 3 ton | 3 ton |
| Minimum saddle height | 3 in | 3.8 in |
| Maximum saddle height | 19.7 in | 18.9 in |
| Lift range | 16.7 in | 15.2 in |
| Dual pump pistons | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Frame | Steel | Aluminum |
| Weight | 76.8 lb | 57.8 lb |
| Safety standard | - | ASME (standard not named or not PASE) |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |