There are situations when smaller 1 ton engine hoists simply cannot stand up to the task to lift heavier engine blocks. In such cases you should get a proper 2 ton (4000 lb) hydraulic engine hoist to do the job. Here is a list of the best 2 ton engine hoists for your next lifting job.

Dragway Tools 2 ton engine hoist

Review

This engine hoist is made by a company called Dragway Tools, which also makes other engine hoists and tools for lifting. The engine hoist is rated at maximum lifting capacity of 2 ton (4000 lb). Dragway Tools 2 ton engine hoist is one of the best selling 2 ton (4000 lb) engine lifters on the market thanks to its durable, reliable construction and affordable price. You can purchase this engine hoist for about 280 dollars.

Tool features a foldable design with a quick pin system that allows to quickly transform the hoist from working to folding position and back. The tool is made from a high quality steel in 0.31 inch (7.8 mm) thickness and features one of the most durable engine hoist frames at this price range. For better stability and durability of the tool there are two support braces on the sides of the post. Also you will find a special mount to store the pumping bar used for the hydraulic jack. Unfortunately this hoist is not equipped with a moving handle.

To lift a load Dragway Tools engine hoist is equipped with a high capacity hydraulic jack with a total of 8 ton (16000 lb) lifting capacity. The hydraulic jack works manually, so you need to insert the lifting bar into a special socket on the bottom of the ram and start pumping it to lift a load.There is also another version of Dragway Toos 2 ton engine hoist with an air pump, which provides an automatic lifting of loads using an air pressure.

The construction of the hoist holds on 2 steel legs in 0.125 inch (3.2 mm) thickness. Both legs are foldable using a quick pin release system. The distance between legs is approx. 32 inches (81 cm).

Dragway Tools engine hoist is equipped with an adjustable boom with 4 adjustment positions:

1. 2 ton (4000 lb);
2. 1.5 ton (3000 lb);
3. 1 ton (2000 lb);
4. 0.5 ton (1000 lb).

At the end of the boom there is a chain and a hook, where you can attach the lifting chains, a load leveler or lifting slings. The lifting range from ground with closed boom is 48 inches (1.22 m) and with fully extended boom 102 inches (2.59 m).

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Advantages

• Durable and reliable construction made from a high quality steel
• Stable and easy movement because of 6 swivel casters
• Well known manufacturer that makes good quality products

Disadvantages

• Assembly instructions could be improved
• No moving handle for easier movement of the hoist

Torin T32001 engine hoist

Review

T32001 engine hoist is made by Torin Jacks Inc. Torin Jacks is one of the best known companies that produces hoists, stands and other tools used in automotive industry. The company has over 30 years of experience in producing various tools for lifting heavy weights.

Torin T32001 engine hoist frame is made from a high tensile steel tubes. The construction of the hoist is durable and can withstand up to 2 ton (4000 lb) heavy loads with ease. On sides of the main post there are two steel support plates for extra stability and durability of the hoist. The hoist can be folded for storage and has got a pin locking system, similar to other foldable engine hoists. The boom of the hoist can be lowered and the legs can be folded upwards for tool to take much less space, which allows to store the tool in a corner of your work place. The hoist also has got a handle with rubber grips behind the main post, which allows to move the tool around easier.

For lifting loads the engine hoist has got a regular 8 ton (16000 lb) hydraulic jack. The jack works in the same way as other hydraulic jacks, lift the load by inserting a pumping bar into a special socket on the bottom of the jack and pumping it to increase the pressure inside the hydraulic cylinder and lower load by slowly turning the bleed valve in a counter clockwise direction.

The hoist has got two steel legs that can be folded using the quick release pin system. The legs can be easily dismounted using the same quick release pin system for storage or transportation. Under the legs there are total of 6 swivel casters. Casters can be rotated 360 degrees around, which allows to move the hoist in practically any direction. The height of the hoist from ground to the top of the leg is approx. 7.5 inches (19 cm).

Torin T32001 engine hoist has got an adjustable boom with 4 positions:

1. 2 ton (4000 lb);
2. 1.5 ton (3000 lb);
3. 1 ton (2000 lb);
4. 0.5 ton (1000 lb).

The maximum lifting range of the hoist is 78.75 inches (2 m). On the top of the boom there is a chain and a hook, where you can attach lifting chains, load leveler or slings.

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Advantages

• Good built quality of the tool
• Durable steel construction
• 6 swivel casters improves stability and allows to move the hoist in practically any direction
• Well known manufacturer of automotive tools – Torin Jacks

Disadvantages

• Few users have reported problems when assembling the tool, more specifically that the mounting holes don’t line up

Black Bull CP8SS 2 ton engine hoist

Review

Black Bull CP8SS is a 2 ton (4000 lb) engine hoist that can be used for various of tasks, from lifting engine blocks and other car parts to lifting heavy shop equipment or loads in other industries. This engine hoist is made by a company called Black Bull that manufactures different, quality lifting tools and besides this hoist also produces a popular engine stand.

This is one of the most durable engine stands on this list and features a heavy duty steel construction, all parts of the hoist are welded or connected together with strong steel bolts. The hoist can handle up to 2 ton (4000 lb) heavy loads without any problems. On the sides of the main post there are two steel support braces for additional stability and durability of the tool. You can purchase the hoist for little over 400 dollars, which is more than few other hoists on this list, however for that price you get a high quality tool that will be up for practically any lifting task. Black Bull engine hoist has got a foldable design, legs can be quickly attached, folded or removed from the hoist using 4 steel pins. Foldable design allows to save space when storing the hoist, in a folded position the hoist is approx. 30 inches (76.2 cm) shorter in length, 9 inches (22.8 cm) narrower in width and 45 inches (114.3 cm) shorter in height. Because the hoist has got 6 wheels, the tool can also be rolled in a folded position.

Black Bull CP8SS is equipped with a 8 ton (16000 lb) hydraulic jack. This is a high capacity hydraulic jack that won’t have difficulties lifting heavy loads, so you can be sure that it will give you a trouble free lifting for many years of use.

The hoist has got two detachable steel legs and 6 casters under the legs. All 6 casters can be rotated 360 degrees around, so the hoist can be moved in any direction, which is useful if you have a limited space in your work place for moving the tool. Casters have durable steel bearings, which allow to easily move the hoist even with a load.

To lift a load the hoist has got an adjustable boom with 4 adjustment positions:

1. 2 ton (4000 lb);
2. 1.5 ton (3000 lb);
3. 1 ton (2000 lb);
4. 0.5 ton (1000 lb).

At the end of the boom there is a chain with a hook that allows to easily attach lifting chains, a load leveler or slings for lifting a load.

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Advantages

• Durable, high quality steel construction
• Stable when lifting loads and easy to move when carrying a load
• Durable 8 ton (16000 lb) ram allows to easily lift up to 2 ton (4000 lb) heavy loads without worrying that the ram might get damaged
• In a folded position the size of the hoist is reduced by almost 1/3 of its size

Disadvantages

• Higher price than for few other 2 ton (4000 lb) engines hoists on this list

ATD-7484 engine hoist

Review

ATD company has made a durable tool that can be used for various types of lifting jobs. Advanced Tool Design engine hoists primary usage is to lift engines, but this tool can also be used for other lifting tasks, such as to lift various other car parts like transmissions, gearboxes, engines from boats, motorcycles or to lift heavy equipment in other industries. The tool is made from a heavy gauge steel, different parts of the hoist has been welded together or mounted together with strong steel screws. The welding spots of the hoist looks quality, which isn’t a thing you will see on cheaper engine hoists. The hoist has got a decent paint job which will protect the tool from rust. On the sides of the main post there are two steel braces, similar as seen on other engines hoists with same lifting capacity, that improves the durability of the tool. One disadvantage of ATD engine hoist is that it does not have a foldable design in opposite to every other engine hoists on this list, so if you have a limited amount of space in you work place, either dismantle the tool each time you want to store it or get a different hoist with foldable design.

ATD-7484 engine hoist has got an 8 ton (16000 lb) hydraulic ram. The ram has some useful features such as by-pass safety mechanism that prevents the hydraulic jack from failing when lifting a load and a metered control release valve for precise lowering of loads.

One of the biggest advantages of ATD-7484 engine hoist is the extendable legs. The hoist is equipped with a total of 4 extendable legs, 2 on the back of the tool and 2 on the front. The rear legs can be extended from 35 inches (89 cm) to 53 inches (134 cm) and front legs can be extended from 29 inches (73 cm) to 33.5 inches (85 cm). Extendable legs allow to adjust the hoist for different applications and offers a better stability when lifting loads with an extended boom. Under the legs there are 4 swivel casters with 3.5 inch (8.9 cm) diameter. All 4 casters can be rotated fully around for extended manoeuvrability of the tool.

For lifting loads this engine hoist has got an adjustable boom with 4 positions:

1. 2 ton (4000 lb);
2. 1.5 ton (3000 lb);
3. 1 ton (2000 lb);
4. 0.5 ton (1000 lb).

At the end of the boom there is a chain and a grab hook, where you can attach lifting chains, load leveler or other accessories for lifting loads.

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Advantages

• Heavy duty steel construction
• Stable design with 4 swivel casters
• All 4 extendable legs allow to adjust the hoist for lifting different loads

Disadvantages

• The hoist cannot be folded, if you need to store the hoist you must disassemble the tool
• High price when compared to other 2 ton (4000 lb) engine hoists

OTC (2004) engine lifter

Review

OTC 2004 is an engine hoist with 2 ton (4000 lb) maximum lifting capacity, which can be used to lift engine blocks out of cars or to lift other heavy loads. The hoist is made by a company called OTC, which is a brand under the large Bosch company, so you can expect some of the industries highest quality tools out of this company. And this OTC 2004 engine hoist is one of such tools.

The tool is made from a high tensile steel, which won’t brake or bend even when lifting loads close to 2 ton (4000 lb) capacity. The steel material used to make this hoist is incomparably stronger than that of cheap engine lifters and will provide years of work time. The hoist has got high quality welds and a good paint job, features you would expect from an engine hoist at this price. OTC 2004 engine hoist will cost just below 500$ on sale. On the sides of the main post there are two support braces for extra durability. This OTC engine lift also has got a foldable design with a similar quick release pin system as other engine hoists. To fold the hoist simply pull out the pins from the legs, push the legs upwards and secure them in a vertical position with the same pins and also remember to lower the boom to the lowest position before folding the legs. You can quickly turn the hoist from folding to working position doing these same things in a reverse order.

To lift loads this OTC engine hoist has got a high capacity hydraulic jack. The jack has got a large diameter for better durability and is very easy to use. To lift a load insert the pumping bar in the socket on the front of the jack and start pumping to increase the pressure inside the cylinder. To lower a load slowly open the bleed valve.

The OTC 2004 engine hoist has got two steel legs. Both legs can be quickly folded using quick release pins or simply disassembled form the hoist if the tool needs to be transported. Under the legs there are total of 6 casters – 2 on front legs, 2 under the main post and 2 under rear legs. Both middle and rear casters have a swivel design, so they can be rotated 360 degrees around to increase the manoeuvrability of the tool, however the 2 front casters can only move to front and back. Other hoist in this lists have all swivel caster design, which provides a better manoeuvrability than OTC hoist, but loses in durability and stability to this tool. The size of 2 middle and 2 rear wheels is 5-7/8 inches (14.9 cm) and the size of 2 front wheels is 3-1/2 inch (8.9 cm).

The engine hoist is equipped with an extendable boom with 4 adjustment positions:

1. 2 ton (4000 lb);
2. 1.5 ton (3000 lb);
3. 1 ton (2000 lb);
4. 0.5 ton (1000 lb).

At the end of the boom there is a strong chain and a hook, where you can attach a load. The length of a closed boom is 25 inches (63.5 cm) and of a fully extended boom – 46 inches (116.8 cm).

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Advantages

• Reliable brand – OTC, which is a brand under well known automotive part manufacturing company Bosch
• Made from a high quality steel
• Foldable design
• Strong construction with durable, high capacity hydraulic jack will provide a long work life for this lifter

Disadvantages

• Higher price than any other 2 ton (4000 lb) engine hoist on this list

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