Atlas APEX 8,000 lb Certified 4-Post Hobbyist Lift #ATEATTD-APEX8-FPD

SKU: ALMATLATEATTDAPEX8FPD
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ALI Certified Vehicle Lift
ALI/ETL Certified
The APEX8 is independently certified by the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI). ALI certification means this lift has been independently tested to meet ANSI/ALI ALCTV safety standards — the same standard OSHA references. Verify at autolift.org →
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Quick Specs
Model / Part Number ATEATTD-APEX8-FPD
Capacity 8,000 lbs
ALI/ETL Certified Yes — ALI Certified
Lift Type 4-Post ALI-certified storage & service lift
Lifting Configuration Single-point lock release, lock-ladder design, double lock safety system
Minimum Ceiling Height 7' 9"
Overall Height 86 5/8" (7' 2 5/8")
Overall Width 114" with motor / 104" without (9' 6" / 8' 8")
Drive-Thru Clearance 80 1/4" (6' 8 1/4")
Rise Height 72" (6') to top of runway
Motor / Electrical 110V single phase, 30A breaker required
🔧 Will the APEX8 Fit Your Bay?
Check your bay against these numbers. Close on any of them? Call us before you order.
CEILING HEIGHT
86 5/8" (7' 2 5/8")
overall lift height
BAY WIDTH
114" with motor / 104" without (9' 6" / 8' 8")
overall floor width
MAX VEHICLE WEIGHT
8,000 lbs
rated capacity
📞 Not sure if your bay clears? Call Alamo at (844) 480-6059 and we will walk through your measurements before you order.
🏗 Site Prep — What Your Bay Needs Before Install Day
Have these three things ready and your install day is a half-day job. Don’t have them? Call us first — we’ll help you plan.
🧱 Floor / Concrete
  • Standard reinforced slab — confirm exact PSI/depth with Alamo before install
  • Verify with Alamo before ordering
⚡ Power
  • 110V single phase, 30A breaker required
  • Have an electrician confirm your circuit before install day
📐 Ceiling
  • Plan for 86 5/8" (7' 2 5/8") overall lift height
  • Measure to lowest obstruction, not peak
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Atlas APEX8 — 8,000 lbs 4-Post ALI-certified storage & service lift

A shop that installs an uncertified lift can find that out the hard way — at renewal time, when an insurance carrier or a commercial lease audit asks for ALI documentation that doesn't exist. The Atlas APEX8 closes that gap: an 8,000 lb ALI-certified 4-post lift that delivers the same storage and service capability shops need for cars, light trucks, and SUVs, backed by paperwork that holds up when someone asks for it. Call Alamo at (844) 480-6059 for certification documentation and fit details.

Who the APEX8 Is Built For

  • A shop renewing its commercial liability policy this year and getting asked for ALI documentation on every lift on the floor — the APEX8 has that paperwork ready before the underwriter asks twice
  • A landlord-owned commercial garage where the lease explicitly requires certified equipment, and the tenant doesn't want a lift swap to become a lease violation
  • A collector who's been burned by a non-certified lift's shorter warranty before and wants the APEX8's 5-year structural coverage backing an 8,000 lb platform they'll store a serious vehicle on
  • A facility manager preparing for an annual safety walkthrough who wants one less item flagged on the inspector's list
  • A buyer who priced the non-certified 408SL first, then realized their insurance carrier's fine print requires ALI certification — and needs the APEX8 instead, not a cheaper lift they'd have to swap out later

What the APEX8 Is NOT Built For

  • ❌ Budget-focused buyers who don't need certification — the 408SL offers the same capacity for less
  • ❌ Heavy commercial fleets over 8,000 lbs — step up to the Atlas 414

Questions about fit or capacity? Call Alamo at (844) 480-6059.

What Makes the APEX8 Different

8,000 lbs of ALI-Certified Storage and Service Capacity

Rated for 8,000 lbs with 72" (6') of rise height to the top of the runway, the APEX8 delivers the same real-world storage and service capability as Atlas's standard 4-post lifts — with ALI certification behind it for facilities that require it.

Single-Point Lock Release with Double Lock Safety

A single-point lock release paired with a lock-ladder design and double lock safety system gives the APEX8 redundant mechanical security — exactly the kind of engineering detail ALI certification is built to verify.

No Special Floor Requirement, Standard Electrical

The APEX8 runs on 110V single-phase power with a 30A breaker required, and it has no special concrete requirement beyond a standard floor — call Alamo to confirm your specific site before ordering.

5-Year Structural Warranty — Backed by Certification

The APEX8 carries Atlas's 5-year structural / 2-year hydraulic parts-only warranty, longer coverage than Atlas's non-certified 4-post models. Every claim runs through Alamo directly — call (844) 480-6059 and we handle it.

A Certified Footprint Sized for a Real Garage

At 114" wide with the motor (104" without) and 80 1/4" of drive-thru clearance, the APEX8 fits a standard two-car garage while carrying full ALI certification. Measure your space and call Alamo before ordering.

✅ Best For
  • ✅ Home garages and shops that specifically require ALI-certified 4-post lifts for insurance or compliance
  • ✅ Buyers who want the longer 5-year structural warranty on an 8,000 lb 4-post platform
  • ✅ Shops storing or servicing cars, light trucks, and SUVs up to 8,000 lbs
❌ Not Ideal For
  • ❌ Budget-focused buyers who don't need certification — the 408SL offers the same capacity for less
  • ❌ Heavy commercial fleets over 8,000 lbs — step up to the Atlas 414

APEX8 vs. Atlas 408SL (8,000 lb) — Which Lift Is Right for Your Shop?

Decision Point APEX8 Atlas 408SL (8,000 lb)
Capacity 8,000 lbs 8,000 lbs
ALI Certification ALI Certified Not ALI listed
Warranty 5yr structural / 2yr hydraulic 2yr structural / 2yr hydraulic
Best fit Certification required + longer warranty Lower price, same capacity

Choose the APEX8 when ALI certification and a longer 5-year structural warranty matter to your shop or insurer. Choose the 408SL for the same 8,000 lb capacity at a lower price point when certification isn't required. Both stay inside Alamo’s catalog — call (844) 480-6059.

Full Specifications — APEX8

Model / Part Number ATEATTD-APEX8-FPD
Capacity 8,000 lbs
ALI/ETL Certified Yes — ALI Certified
Lift Type 4-Post ALI-certified storage & service lift
Lifting Configuration Single-point lock release, lock-ladder design, double lock safety system
Minimum Ceiling Height 7' 9"
Overall Height 86 5/8" (7' 2 5/8")
Overall Width 114" with motor / 104" without (9' 6" / 8' 8")
Drive-Thru Clearance 80 1/4" (6' 8 1/4")
Rise Height 72" (6') to top of runway
Motor / Electrical 110V single phase, 30A breaker required
Concrete / Floor Requirement Standard reinforced slab — confirm exact PSI/depth with Alamo before install
Warranty 5-year structural / 2-year hydraulic — parts only
Runway Length 169 1/2" (14' 1 1/2")
Clearance Under Runways 67" (5' 7")
Length Between Columns 157 1/3" (13' 1 1/3")
Maximum Wheel Base 154" (12' 9")
Shipping Weight 2,000 lbs

⚠️ Installation Requirements

  • Ceiling height: Plan for 86 5/8" (7' 2 5/8") overall lift height; measure to the lowest obstruction.
  • Electrical: 110V single phase, 30A breaker required; consult an electrician for exact breaker sizing.
  • Floor / Concrete: Standard reinforced slab — confirm exact PSI/depth with Alamo before install.
  • Bay width: Confirm 114" with motor / 104" without (9' 6" / 8' 8") floor width clearance; measure before ordering.
  • Surface anchoring: Anchor per manufacturer specification where applicable — do not skip anchoring on production bays.
  • Installation: Alamo installs every lift we sell. Call (844) 480-6059 to schedule.

Atlas Warranty — APEX8

Atlas backs the APEX8 with its published warranty terms for this model — verified from Atlas’s own product documentation (manufacturer-web source). Coverage varies by model in the Atlas standard car lift line; the terms below are specific to the APEX8 and should not be assumed to apply to other Atlas models.

Component Coverage Term
Structural components 5 years
Hydraulic components 2 years
Wear items & accessories Not covered (consumable, parts-only warranty)

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.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions — APEX8

Is the Atlas APEX8 ALI certified?

Yes — the APEX8 is part of Atlas's ALI-certified APEX line, tagged and labeled as an ALI Certified Lift in Atlas's own product data. Verify certification status at autolift.org.

What ceiling height does the APEX8 need?

Column height is 86 5/8" (7' 2 5/8"). Plan clearance to the lowest obstruction plus vehicle height.

What warranty does the APEX8 carry?

5-year structural and 2-year hydraulic warranty, parts only — a longer term than the standard 408SL.

What power does the APEX8 require?

110V single-phase power on a dedicated 30-amp breaker.

Why Buy the APEX8 from Alamo Equipment & Service?

  • We install it. Every Atlas APEX8 we sell can be professionally installed by our team — a certified install to match the certified lift.
  • We service it. Need support after install? Call (844) 480-6059 — you reach the team that installed it, not a manufacturer hotline.
  • We size it with you. Not sure if the APEX8 (8,000 lbs, 86 5/8" tall) fits your garage and your certification needs? Call and we will confirm before you order.
  • Free shipping. The APEX8 ships free to all 48 contiguous states.
  • Expert comparison help. Not sure if you need the APEX8's ALI certification over the standard 408SL? Call (844) 480-6059 — we will help you confirm what your insurance or facility actually requires.

A shop buying from a pure e-commerce retailer gets a box. A shop buying from Alamo gets a partner.

Shipping Information:

Customers may pick up their lift at the nearest freight terminal at no additional cost.

You will need to provide your own trailer. Terminal staff will safely load the lift onto your trailer. The RECEIVER/CUSTOMER is solely responsible for properly securing the load for transport.

To schedule a pickup, contact us at info@alamoequipment.com or 
(844) 480-6059. Please include the lift model and your zip code so we can direct you to the appropriate terminal.

Atlas Warranty Information

  • 5-Year Structural Warranty
  • 2-Year Hydraulic-Power Warranty

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