AGOURA HILLS, CA (Oct. 30, 2026) - The next generation of portable two-post lifting has arrived. Meet the all-new MaxJax MAX7, now featuring BendPak's Automatic Swing Arm Restraint System and three additional inches of lifting height.
Your garage isn't getting any bigger, but the jobs you'll be able to handle certainly are. MaxJax is gearing up to introduce the latest in two-post portable lifting with the all-new MAX7 portable two-post lift. The updated design brings serious engineering upgrades to the compact lifting system that's helped enthusiasts and professionals make the most of their workspace since 2008. With 7,000 lbs. of lifting capacity, more room beneath the vehicle and an advanced new arm restraint system borrowed from BendPak's engineering playbook, the MAX7 is ready to raise expectations.
The MAX7 builds on the proven M7K platform with improvements that go well beyond a fresh nameplate. A maximum lifting height of 54.5 inches provides three additional inches of working clearance, while BendPak's Automatic Swing Arm Restraint System (ASARS™) brings an important new safety feature to the MaxJax lineup. Add in adjustable column spacing, telescoping lifting arms and the same removable-column design that made MaxJax a garage favorite, and you've got a machine that delivers more capability without demanding more real estate.
BendPak ASARS™ Makes Its MaxJax Debut
The biggest headline isn't just how high the MAX7 lifts. It's what happens to the lifting arms on the way up.
For the first time, MaxJax features BendPak's Automatic Swing Arm Restraint System (ASARS™), an advanced system that automatically locks the swing arms as the lift rises. Featuring a 360-degree holding grip, ASARS helps prevent unintended arm movement during lifting and service, giving technicians an added measure of confidence when working beneath a vehicle.
It's a significant advancement for the MaxJax platform and one that brings proven BendPak engineering into a compact, portable lifting system. There's no need to manually engage the arm restraints before every lift cycle, and the system is designed to work automatically as part of the lifting process. For anyone who spends serious time turning wrenches, it's exactly the kind of thoughtful improvement that makes a great tool even better.
Three More Inches. A Whole Lot More Possibility.
Anyone who's ever wrestled with a stubborn exhaust bolt or tried maneuvering a transmission jack beneath a vehicle knows that working clearance is precious. The new MAX7 answers that challenge with a maximum lifting height of 54.5 inches by utilizing a lift pad and one stackable adapter, a full three inches higher than the previous M7K.
That might not sound like a dramatic number on paper, but beneath a raised vehicle, every inch matters. The extra height gives technicians more room to position tools, access components and tackle everything from routine maintenance to major repairs. It's a welcome improvement for home mechanics who want to spend more time working comfortably and less time contorting themselves into impossible positions.
The MAX7 also features seven safety lock positions, giving operators multiple opportunities to secure the lift at different working heights. And with an approximate 45-second rise time to maximum height, getting a vehicle into position doesn't have to become a project of its own.
MAX7 Features:
Automatic Swing Arm Restraints, ASARS, help prevent unintended arm movement during lifting and service.
New MAX7 lifts 3 inches higher than the previous M7K for greater clearance underneath your vehicle.
7,000-lb. lifting capacity.
Portable rolling columns.
Recessed drop-in floor anchors allow the columns to be removed while retaining prepared mounting locations.
Seven safety lock positions.
Adjustable telescoping arms
Hydraulically equalized system for synchronized lifting.
Mobile power unit cart that supports the hydraulic power unit and flow divider.
Seven Thousand Pounds of Serious Lifting Capability
Don't mistake the MAX7's compact footprint for a compromise in capability. This portable two-post lift packs a 7,000-lb. lifting capacity, giving it the muscle to handle a wide variety of compatible passenger vehicles.
Adjustable telescoping lifting arms make it easier to accommodate a wide variety of vehicles and lifting-point configurations. Flexible column spacing adds another layer of versatility, allowing owners to tailor the setup to their garage layout and the vehicles they work on. Together, these features give the MAX7 the adaptability to handle everything from routine maintenance to more demanding automotive projects.
Underneath it all, a hydraulically equalized lifting system helps keep both sides moving together for synchronized operation. A mobile power unit cart supports the hydraulic power unit and flow divider, keeping essential components together and making the system easier to manage around the garage.
It's a serious collection of features for a lift designed to fit where conventional full-size two-post systems often can't.
Your Garage. Your Rules.
The MAX7 hasn't forgotten what made MaxJax different in the first place. Its removable-column design gives owners something that traditional permanently installed two-post lifts simply can't offer: the ability to reclaim their floor space when the work is done.
During operation, the columns bolt securely to the concrete floor using recessed drop-in anchors. Once the vehicle is lowered and the job is finished, the columns can be disconnected, rolled away and stored until the next project. The recessed anchors remain in place, leaving prepared mounting locations ready for the next time the lift is needed.
That flexibility makes the MAX7 particularly worthwhile to weekend warriors working in residential garages, where available space and ceiling height will often present challenges. Its compact, low-profile design makes it a practical solution for garages that can't handle traditional full-size two-post lifts. And with the ability to remove the columns when they're not needed, owners can enjoy serious lifting capability without permanently sacrificing valuable garage space.
And because the columns can be positioned at different widths within the approved installation range, the MAX7 offers additional flexibility when planning a workspace. Whether you're maintaining a weekend project car, restoring a classic or keeping a daily driver in top condition, the lift adapts to the garage rather than forcing the garage to adapt to it.
Specifications
| Lifting Capacity | 7,000 lbs. (3,175 kg) |
|---|---|
| Max. Load per Arm | 1,750 lbs. (794 kg) |
| Safety Locks | 7 |
| Post Weight | 300 lbs. (136 kg) |
| Time to Full Rise | 45 seconds |
| Width, Overall | 109 in. Min. / 139 in. Max. (2,768 mm / 3,530 mm) |
| Width, Base Plate to Base Plate | 105 in. Min. / 135 in. Max. (2,667 mm / 3,429 mm) |
| Width, Base Plate | 19.7 in. (500 mm) |
| Height, Overall | 67.25 in. (1,708 mm) |
| Height, Floor to Cylinder Head at Full Rise | 95.7 in. (2,432 mm) |
| Drive-Thru | 70.8 in. Min. / 100.8 in. Max. (1,779 mm / 2,561 mm) |
| Max. Lifting Height | 54.5 in. (1,385.1 mm) |
| Bottom Lock | 27 in. (687 mm) |
| Arm Length (Min. / Max.) | 26.6 in. Min. / 41.3 in. Max. (674.8 mm / 1,050.4 mm) |
The Next Chapter for MaxJax Starts Now
The MAX7 represents a meaningful evolution of the portable two-post lift, combining the versatility that built the MaxJax reputation with a new generation of engineering improvements. More lifting height means greater working clearance. BendPak ASARS technology adds automatic arm restraint protection, while adjustable arms, flexible column spacing and a hydraulically equalized system help make the lifting experience more capable and convenient.
Best of all, the MAX7 still delivers the freedom that makes MaxJax such a compelling garage upgrade. When it's time to work, you've got 7,000 lbs. of lifting capacity at your disposal. When the project is finished, the columns can roll away and your garage can go right back to being a garage.
Get a First Look
And if you're heading to Las Vegas for the 2026 SEMA Show, November 3–6, you'll have an opportunity to see the new MAX7 in person. MaxJax will showcase its latest-generation portable two-post lift at the BendPak outdoor display in Silver Lot, Booth #80043, giving attendees an up-close look at the new design and its engineering improvements. Head to MaxJax.com to learn more about the new MAX7!
