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Hunter Engineering Hunter SmartWeight Pro (SWP00) vs MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A

The Hunter Engineering Hunter SmartWeight Pro (SWP00) is a wheel balancer. 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

Hunter Engineering Hunter SmartWeight Pro (SWP00)MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A
Supply208-240V, 3A, 50/60Hz, single phase400V 3-phase 50Hz, 16A fuse
Weight131 kg (base model)650 kg
Max wheel weight68 kg (135 lbs)-
Rim diameter range10-30in-
Rim width range1.5-20in-
Balancing speed150 rpm-
Dimensions1066 x 1549 x 711 mm (base model)-
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: Hunter Engineering Hunter SmartWeight Pro (SWP00), 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 Hunter SmartWeight Pro (SWP00) if...

A wheel balancer with a programmable DC drive and automatic entry for common rim sizes, covering wheels up to 30 inches diameter. It runs from a single-phase supply and is sold in a range of trims with heavier, larger versions for bigger wheels. Suits a fast-fit or tyre bay through a Hunter distributor.

Full Hunter SmartWeight Pro (SWP00) 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 Hunter Engineering Hunter SmartWeight Pro (SWP00) and the MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A?

The Hunter Engineering Hunter SmartWeight Pro (SWP00) is a wheel balancer; the MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A is a 3.5 tonne two-post vehicle lift.

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