Head to head
Sealey 1153CX vs Twin Busch TW242E-230
The Sealey 1153CX is a 3 tonne long reach heavy-duty trolley jack. The Twin Busch TW242E-230 is a 4.2 tonne two-post vehicle lift, basic line, single phase.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Sealey 1153CX | Twin Busch TW242E-230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Lifting capacity | 3 tonnes | 4200 kg |
| Weight | 19 kg | 600 kg |
| Min saddle height | 140 mm | - |
| Max saddle height | 432 mm | - |
| Max chassis height | 165 mm | - |
| Length | 625 mm | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |
| Lifting height | - | 1900 mm (1940 mm pad extended, 2040 mm with adapter) |
| Lift/lower time | - | approx. 45 / 30 seconds |
| Motor power | - | 2.2 kW |
| Supply | - | 230V single phase, 16A type C fuse |
| Width between posts | - | 2850 mm |
| Max vehicle width | - | 2574 mm |
Sources: Sealey 1153CX, Twin Busch TW242E-230. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 1153CX if...
A 3 tonne trolley jack with a long reach chassis for jacking points set further back on a vehicle, and overload protection built in. Its low 140mm minimum saddle height suits lower cars as well as vans. Covered by Sealey's 1 year guarantee.
Full 1153CX specifications →Buy or hire the TW242E-230 if...
A 4.2 tonne two-post lift built for a standard 230V single-phase supply, useful where 3-phase power is not available. It shares the same lifting capacity and height as the 400V Profi Line version, with telescopic support arms that lock automatically. Suits an independent garage adding a second bay without a 3-phase upgrade.
Full TW242E-230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Sealey 1153CX and the Twin Busch TW242E-230?
The Sealey 1153CX is a 3 tonne long reach heavy-duty trolley jack; the Twin Busch TW242E-230 is a 4.2 tonne two-post vehicle lift, Basic Line, single phase.
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