BendPak OctaFlex 12DPS Two-Post Service Lift 12,000 lb #5175612

BendPak OctaFlex 12DPS — 12,000 lb Two-Post Service Lift with 6,000 lb Lift-Assist System

Cab-off diesel work and EV battery replacement share the same problem: the vehicle is in the air, and a heavy cab, battery pack, or drivetrain still needs its own controlled support. The BendPak OctaFlex 12DPS puts both systems in one column set — a 12,000 lb primary two-post lift holding the vehicle, and an integrated 6,000 lb auxiliary lift-assist system whose four additional arms support cabs, EV battery packs, drivetrains, and subframes during the job.

Eight arms, one coordinated platform. The four primary arms (3,000 lb max each) spot the vehicle; the four auxiliary arms (1,500 lb max each) rise to 101 inches and reach from 16.75 to 74.5 inches to hold components in place — then stow out of the way for conventional two-post work. Patent-pending triple-telescoping arms and Bi-Metric geometry handle the positioning, twin direct-drive hydraulic cylinders do the lifting, and a handheld pendant gives the tech precise control of lift and safety-lock release.

Who the BendPak OctaFlex 12DPS Is Built For

• Dealership and fleet shops doing cab-off diesel service — the cab, chassis, and drivetrain stay supported on one coordinated system from disassembly through reassembly, which helps difficult jobs come back together more naturally.
• EV service bays — the auxiliary lift-assist arms support large battery packs beneath the vehicle while the primary lift holds the vehicle above, reducing reliance on separate lifting equipment for battery work.
• Shops separating drivetrains, subframes, and suspension assemblies — controlled component support at up to 6,000 lb, without improvising with stands and jacks for the heavy middle of the job.
• High-volume professional bays with the ceiling for it — 173.5 inches of column, 161 inches of overall width, and 5 HP direct-drive hydraulics built for daily dealership and fleet cycles.
• Shops that want one bay to do both — stow the auxiliary arms and the OctaFlex works as a conventional 12,000 lb two-post for everyday service.

What the BendPak OctaFlex 12DPS Is NOT Built For

This is not the lift for shops whose work never goes past conventional two-post service — a standard lift is the simpler tool at a simpler price, and the auxiliary arms would spend their life stowed. It's not for low-ceiling bays (173.5 inches of column), not for vehicles over 12,000 lb, and the primary and auxiliary systems carry separate ratings — every load stays within the published total, axle, and per-arm limits for the system in use.

Important sizing note: measure ceiling against the 173.5 in columns plus vehicle height at full rise, floor width (161 in overall), and confirm loaded weight before purchase.

What Makes the BendPak OctaFlex 12DPS Different

Two systems, one column set

A 12,000 lb primary two-post lift plus a 6,000 lb auxiliary lift-assist system — separate ratings, one coordinated platform, so the vehicle and the component are both held during the job.

• Primary: 12,000 lb total, 3,000 lb max per arm
• Auxiliary: 6,000 lb total, 1,500 lb max per arm
• Auxiliary arms stow when not in use

Eight arms with triple-telescoping reach

Four primary arms and four auxiliary arms, all on patent-pending triple-telescoping swing arms that extend farther and retract shorter than conventional designs. Bi-Metric geometry adjusts between symmetric and asymmetric configurations to balance heavier vehicles while keeping cabin access.

• Primary reach: front 26–55.25 in, rear 29.25–60 in
• Auxiliary reach: 16.75–74.5 in
• Auxiliary max rise: 101 in

Direct-drive hydraulics with pendant control

Twin direct-drive hydraulic cylinders eliminate chains and screw lifting mechanisms, on a high-volume, low-pressure hydraulic system that lowers stress on internal components. A handheld pendant controls lift operation and safety-lock release during lowering.

Built for daily professional duty

Clearfloor layout, maintenance-free UHMW load bearings, single-piece columns, oversized carriages, and industrial-grade components — a platform aimed at dealership, fleet, and professional repair environments.

Best For

• Cab-off diesel service
• EV battery pack support & replacement
• Drivetrain / subframe / suspension separation work
• Shops wanting component support in one bay

Not Ideal For

• Low-ceiling bays
• Vehicles over 12,000 lb
• Standard-service-only shops
• Alignment work

BendPak OctaFlex 12DPS vs BendPak 10APX — two BendPak two-posts, two missions

The OctaFlex is the component-support specialist for cab-off and EV battery work at 12,000 lb. The 10APX is the high-rise generalist for shops that want more working height under standard service.

Full Specifications - BendPak OctaFlex 12DPS

Primary Lifting System

Auxiliary Lift-Assist System

Dimensions & Power

BendPak Warranty - BendPak OctaFlex 12DPS

BendPak covers the OctaFlex 12DPS — a two-post vehicle service lift — under its published two-post lift limited warranty: structure, hydraulics, and components each covered separately, coordinated through Alamo.

Warranty service is coordinated through Alamo Equipment & Service — call (817) 865-3707 and we help get the issue moving.

Warranty terms can change. Confirm exact coverage at the time of purchase. Warranty can be void if the lift is installed improperly or not anchored per spec.