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MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A vs MAHA ZS DUETT 3.5 FT
The MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A is a 3.5 tonne two-post vehicle lift. The MAHA ZS DUETT 3.5 FT is a 3.5 tonne two-post in-ground vehicle lift.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A | MAHA ZS DUETT 3.5 FT | |
|---|---|---|
| Load capacity | 3500 kg | 3500 kg |
| Max lifting height | 1995 mm | 1960 mm |
| Lift/lower time | approx. 40 seconds each, load-dependent | approx. 35 / 35 seconds, load-dependent |
| Motor power | 2 x 3.0 kW | 3.0 kW |
| Supply | 400V 3-phase 50Hz, 16A fuse | 400V 3-phase 50Hz, 16A fuse |
| Drive-through width | 2300-2450 mm | - |
| Overall width | 3592 mm | - |
| Weight | 650 kg | - |
| Post distance | - | 1350 mm |
| Support range | - | 1400-2000 mm (longitudinal) |
| Installation depth required | - | 2300 mm |
Sources: MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A, MAHA ZS DUETT 3.5 FT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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 →Buy or hire the ZS DUETT 3.5 FT if...
A 3.5 tonne two-post lift with its posts set into the floor, giving a clear working area without overhead framing. It needs 2300mm of installation depth, so suits a new build or a garage able to dig in a pit. Lift and lower each take around 35 seconds.
Full ZS DUETT 3.5 FT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A and the MAHA ZS DUETT 3.5 FT?
The MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A is a 3.5 tonne two-post vehicle lift; the MAHA ZS DUETT 3.5 FT is a 3.5 tonne two-post in-ground vehicle lift.
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