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MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A vs SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270
The MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A is a 3.5 tonne two-post vehicle lift. The SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 is a 270 litre belt-driven workshop air compressor, 3-phase.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A | SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 | |
|---|---|---|
| Motor power | 2 x 3.0 kW | 5.5 hp (4.1 kW) |
| Supply | 400V 3-phase 50Hz, 16A fuse | 400V 3-phase, 20A |
| Weight | 650 kg | 166 kg |
| Load capacity | 3500 kg | - |
| Max lifting height | 1995 mm | - |
| Lift/lower time | approx. 40 seconds each, load-dependent | - |
| Drive-through width | 2300-2450 mm | - |
| Overall width | 3592 mm | - |
| Tank size | - | 270 litres |
| Air delivery | - | 15.5 CFM (439 l/min) (FAD) |
| Piston displacement | - | 23.5 CFM (666 l/min) |
| Max pressure | - | 160 psi (11 bar) |
| Dimensions | - | 1340(H) x 1640(W) x 560(D) mm |
| Warranty | - | 10 year receiver anti-corrosion warranty |
Sources: MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A, SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270. 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 SIP ISBD5.5/270 if...
A 270 litre belt-driven workshop compressor on a 3-phase supply, delivering 15.5 CFM at up to 11 bar. Large interstage coolers and long-stroke cast iron cylinders are aimed at continuous workshop use rather than occasional jobs. Suits a busier garage bay with 3-phase power already installed and multiple air tools running.
Full SIP ISBD5.5/270 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A and the SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270?
The MAHA MA STAR 3.5 A is a 3.5 tonne two-post vehicle lift; the SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 is a 270 litre belt-driven workshop air compressor, 3-phase.
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