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Corghi EM9280 vs MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A
The Corghi EM9280 is a wheel balancer, compactline. The MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A is a 3.5 tonne two-post vehicle lift.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Corghi EM9280 | MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A | |
|---|---|---|
| Supply | 115-230V single phase, 50/60Hz | 400V 3-phase 50Hz, 16A fuse |
| Weight | 82 kg | 650 kg |
| Max wheel weight | 75 kg (165 lbs) | - |
| Rim diameter range | 10-28in (settable to 35in) | - |
| Rim width range | 1.5-20in, up to 600mm with guard | - |
| Power consumption | 122 W | - |
| Warranty | 2 years parts, 1 year labour | - |
| Load capacity | - | 3500 kg |
| Max lifting height | - | 1995 mm |
| Lift/lower time | - | approx. 40 seconds each, load-dependent |
| Motor power | - | 2 x 3.0 kW |
| Drive-through width | - | 2300-2450 mm |
| Overall width | - | 3592 mm |
Sources: Corghi EM9280, MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the EM9280 if...
A wheel balancer taking rims from 10 up to 28 inches diameter, with automatic data input and a 7 second measuring cycle. It runs from a standard single-phase supply and carries a 2 year parts warranty. Suits a tyre bay balancing typical car and SUV wheels.
Full EM9280 specifications →Buy or hire the MA STAR 3.5 A if...
A 3.5 tonne two-post lift with twin 3kW motors on a 400V supply, giving a drive-through width up to 2450mm for cars and light vans. It reaches a maximum height of almost 2 metres in around 40 seconds. Suits a general service garage with a 3-phase supply already installed.
Full MA STAR 3.5 A specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Corghi EM9280 and the MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A?
The Corghi EM9280 is a wheel balancer, CompactLine; the MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A is a 3.5 tonne two-post vehicle lift.
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