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MAHA ZS DUETT 3.5 FT vs Twin Busch TW242PE
The MAHA ZS DUETT 3.5 FT is a 3.5 tonne two-post in-ground vehicle lift. The Twin Busch TW242PE is a 4.2 tonne two-post vehicle lift, profi line, 3-phase.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| MAHA ZS DUETT 3.5 FT | Twin Busch TW242PE | |
|---|---|---|
| Lift/lower time | approx. 35 / 35 seconds, load-dependent | approx. 45 / 30 seconds |
| Motor power | 3.0 kW | 2.2 kW |
| Supply | 400V 3-phase 50Hz, 16A fuse | 400V 3-phase, 16A type C fuse |
| Load capacity | 3500 kg | - |
| Max lifting height | 1960 mm | - |
| Post distance | 1350 mm | - |
| Support range | 1400-2000 mm (longitudinal) | - |
| Installation depth required | 2300 mm | - |
| Lifting capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 1900 mm (1960 mm pad extended, 2060 mm with adapter) |
| Width between posts | - | 2850 mm |
| Max vehicle width | - | 2574 mm |
| Weight | - | 650 kg |
Sources: MAHA ZS DUETT 3.5 FT, Twin Busch TW242PE. 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 TW242PE if...
A 4.2 tonne two-post lift on a 400V 3-phase supply, sized for cars and light vans up to about 2.57 metres wide. It raises to 1900mm in around 45 seconds, with height-adjustable dual-stage turntables and automatic safety locking. Suits a garage bay already wired for 3-phase power.
Full TW242PE specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the MAHA ZS DUETT 3.5 FT and the Twin Busch TW242PE?
The MAHA ZS DUETT 3.5 FT is a 3.5 tonne two-post in-ground vehicle lift; the Twin Busch TW242PE is a 4.2 tonne two-post vehicle lift, Profi Line, 3-phase.
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