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Hunter Engineering Hunter TCX50 series vs MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A
The Hunter Engineering Hunter TCX50 series is a table-top tyre changer. 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 TCX50 series | MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A | |
|---|---|---|
| Motor power | 110V 14A or 220V 10A, single phase | 2 x 3.0 kW |
| Weight | 308 kg (347 kg with wheel lift) | 650 kg |
| Rim range | 10-26in external, 12-28in internal | - |
| Max tyre diameter | 46in | - |
| Max wheel width | 14in | - |
| Air pressure | 110-145 psi (8-10 bar), 14 CFM | - |
| Dimensions | 914 x 1194 x 2082 mm (W x D x H) | - |
| Load capacity | - | 3500 kg |
| Max lifting height | - | 1995 mm |
| Lift/lower time | - | approx. 40 seconds each, load-dependent |
| Supply | - | 400V 3-phase 50Hz, 16A fuse |
| Drive-through width | - | 2300-2450 mm |
| Overall width | - | 3592 mm |
Sources: Hunter Engineering Hunter TCX50 series, 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 TCX50 series if...
A table-top tyre changer with side shovel bead loosening, handling rims from 10 up to 28 inches internally. It can run on either 110V or 220V single-phase supply and takes shop air at 8-10 bar. An optional wheel lift adds weight but helps with larger, heavier wheels.
Full Hunter TCX50 series 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 TCX50 series and the MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A?
The Hunter Engineering Hunter TCX50 series is a table-top tyre changer; the MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A is a 3.5 tonne two-post vehicle lift.
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