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MAHA ZS DUETT 3.5 FT vs SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270
The MAHA ZS DUETT 3.5 FT is a 3.5 tonne two-post in-ground 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 ZS DUETT 3.5 FT | SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 | |
|---|---|---|
| Motor power | 3.0 kW | 5.5 hp (4.1 kW) |
| Supply | 400V 3-phase 50Hz, 16A fuse | 400V 3-phase, 20A |
| Load capacity | 3500 kg | - |
| Max lifting height | 1960 mm | - |
| Lift/lower time | approx. 35 / 35 seconds, load-dependent | - |
| Post distance | 1350 mm | - |
| Support range | 1400-2000 mm (longitudinal) | - |
| Installation depth required | 2300 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 |
| Weight | - | 166 kg |
| Warranty | - | 10 year receiver anti-corrosion warranty |
Sources: MAHA ZS DUETT 3.5 FT, 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 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 →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 ZS DUETT 3.5 FT and the SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270?
The MAHA ZS DUETT 3.5 FT is a 3.5 tonne two-post in-ground vehicle lift; the SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 is a 270 litre belt-driven workshop air compressor, 3-phase.
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