Atlas® Platinum PVL15 Lift w/Height Extension Kit #ATEAP-PVL15-EXT-FPD

Atlas® Platinum PVL15 EXT — 15,000 lbs 2-Post Lift

Most shops run into the same problem when a tall truck rolls in: the lift maxes out before the vehicle is high enough to work under. An F-350 with a leveling kit, a Transit full-size van, a dually with a flatbed — these vehicles need real overhead clearance, not a workaround. The Atlas® Platinum PVL15 EXT was built for that situation. It delivers 15,000 lbs of rated capacity combined with a height extension kit that raises the overall working height to 198 1/2", giving your technicians the room they actually need under a tall vehicle instead of contorting around a lift that's barely clearing the frame.

The PVL15 EXT pairs Atlas® Platinum commercial construction with symmetric arm design and included adapter heights — 4 each of 5" and 6" — so you can service a wide range of tall vehicles out of the box. At $14,689, it's a significant investment, and Alamo's approach is to make sure it pays off: we help you confirm the bay fits before you order, we handle the installation so the lift goes in right the first time, and we're the service call if anything ever needs attention. If your shop has been turning away tall vehicles or working under lifts that barely clear, the PVL15 EXT is worth the conversation.

Who the PVL15 EXT Is Built For

• Fleet and commercial shops that regularly service full-size vans, box trucks, and F-350/F-450 class pickups — vehicles where a standard 10k or 12k lift at 140-165" overall height simply doesn't leave enough working room for your technicians.
• Shops that already have 15,000 lb capacity requirements and want an extension kit bundled in rather than paying for it as a separate add-on — the EXT version ships complete.
• Businesses upgrading from an older lower-capacity lift and want to future-proof their bay for taller and heavier vehicles entering the fleet service mix over the next 5-10 years.
• Shops with bays over 16' 6" ceiling clearance who currently turn away tall-vehicle work because their existing lift can't safely clear the vehicle at working height.
• Owners who want Atlas® Platinum build quality — commercial-grade columns, symmetric arms, and solid hydraulics — at a price point below the premium-brand alternatives for 15k lifts.

What the PVL15 EXT Is NOT Built For

• ❌ Low-ceiling bays under 16' 6" — this lift stands 198 1/2" overall with the extension kit
• ❌ Shops lifting loads under 10,000 lbs where a lighter-duty 2-post is more economical
• ❌ Light-duty shops that only service passenger cars where a 10k lift is more economical

What Makes the PVL15 EXT Different

198 1/2" Overall Height with Extension Kit

The PVL15 EXT's defining feature is that number: 198 1/2" overall height with the extension kit in place. For context, a standard 15k 2-post lift tops out around 165-177" — the EXT adds meaningful overhead working clearance for tall trucks, Transit vans, and dual-rear-wheel pickups that would otherwise force your technicians to work in a cramped position under a lift that's barely clearing the frame. If your bay has the ceiling height, this is the lift that makes tall-vehicle service comfortable and safe.

15,000 lb Rated Capacity — Built for Trucks and Commercial Vehicles

The PVL15 EXT's 15,000 lb rating isn't a marketing ceiling — it reflects the structural design of the Atlas® Platinum Platinum columns, arms, and hydraulics. A fully loaded 3/4-ton pickup with accessories, a Transit cargo van, a dually with a service body — these vehicles fall in the 8,000-13,000 lb range fully loaded, and the PVL15 EXT handles them comfortably within its rating. Shops that service these vehicles daily need a lift that won't be operating near its limits on every vehicle.

Symmetric Arms with Included Adapter Heights

The PVL15 EXT uses symmetric arm design, which provides equal reach front and rear — well-suited for trucks and commercial vehicles where the lift points are positioned symmetrically under the frame. The included 4 each of 5" and 6" adapter heights cover the most common pickup points for trucks, vans, and frame-contact work right out of the box, without a separate adapter purchase at startup.

Atlas® Platinum Commercial Construction

The Platinum tier represents Atlas® Automotive Equipment's commercial-grade build standard: heavier-gauge steel in the columns and carriage, precision-machined hydraulic components, and the dual-cylinder power system built for production-shop duty cycles. This isn't a residential or light-commercial lift — the PVL15 EXT is designed for shops that put a lift through daily commercial use for 10-15 years. The 5-year structural warranty reflects that construction standard.

Alamo Installs and Services Every PVL15 EXT We Sell

A 15,000 lb commercial lift at 198 1/2" overall height is not a self-installation job. Alamo Equipment & Service handles the full install — bay planning, concrete verification, anchor installation, electrical coordination, and lift setup. More importantly, we service what we sell: if the PVL15 EXT ever needs attention after install, the same team that put it in is the call you make at (844) 480-6059. You're not waiting on a manufacturer hotline or tracking down a warranty claim.

Full Specifications — PVL15 EXT

Atlas® Platinum Warranty — PVL15 EXT

Atlas® Platinum backs the PVL15 EXT with comprehensive coverage verified from the official Atlas Platinum Warranty PDF. Every component is covered from the day it ships.

Warranty service is through Alamo Equipment & Service. When you buy from us, you are not waiting on a manufacturer hotline — call (844) 480-6059 and we handle it. Wear items (cables, sheaves, latches, controls) carry 90-day coverage per the Atlas Platinum warranty terms.