Arcan A20012 3.5 Ton Steel Low Profile
#8 in 3 tons and upFull review
A heavy 3.5 ton steel shop jack that lifts from 3.75 to almost 22 in, for a home garage that services both cars and pickups.
Amazon $300.23$300.23
The Arcan A20012 3.5 Ton Steel Low Profile is the better floor jack overall, rated 3.6 to 3.3. The Arcan A20012 3.5 Ton Steel Low Profile leads on lift height and capacity. The Arcan A20019 3 Ton Aluminum Low Profile wins on weight. The Arcan A20019 3 Ton Aluminum Low Profile costs $44.23 less ($256 vs $300.23).
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Arcan A20019 3 Ton Aluminum Low Profile
#15 in 3 tons and upFull review
An all-aluminum 3 ton jack at 56 lb, for owners who carry their jack to the track or the driveway. Its 18 in top height is short for lifted trucks.
Amazon $256$256
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Arcan A20012 3.5 Ton Steel Low Profile for lift height (21.8 in maximum saddle height vs 18 in maximum saddle height) and capacity (3.5 ton (7,000 lb) rated capacity vs 3 ton (6,000 lb) rated capacity).
- Choose the Arcan A20019 3 Ton Aluminum Low Profile for weight (18.7 lb per ton (56 lb jack) vs 28.8 lb per ton (100.8 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 A20012 3.5 Ton Steel Low Profile | Arcan A20019 3 Ton Aluminum Low Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 25% | 35 $85.78 per ton ($300.23, 3.5 ton) | 35 $85.33 per ton ($256, 3 ton) |
| Low profile 25% | 64 3.8 in minimum saddle height | 64 3.8 in minimum saddle height |
| Lift height 15% | 78 21.8 in maximum saddle height | 40 18 in maximum saddle height |
| Capacity 10% | 80 3.5 ton (7,000 lb) rated capacity | 60 3 ton (6,000 lb) rated capacity |
| Weight 10% | 54 28.8 lb per ton (100.8 lb jack) | 88 18.7 lb per ton (56 lb jack) |
| Features 10% | 85 dual pump pistons, meets ASME PASE | 50 features not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 33 1-year warranty | 33 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Arcan A20012 3.5 Ton Steel Low Profile | Arcan A20019 3 Ton Aluminum Low Profile | |
|---|---|---|
| Lifting | ||
| Rated capacity | 3.5 ton | 3 ton |
| Minimum saddle height | 3.8 in | 3.8 in |
| Maximum saddle height | 21.8 in | 18 in |
| Lift range | 18 in | 14.2 in |
| Dual pump pistons | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Frame | Steel | Aluminum |
| Weight | 100.8 lb | 56 lb |
| Safety standard | ASME PASE | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |