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Twin Busch TW242E-230 vs Twin Busch TWS3-10E
The Twin Busch TW242E-230 is a 4.2 tonne two-post vehicle lift, basic line, single phase. The Twin Busch TWS3-10E is a 3 tonne low-rise mobile scissor lift.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Twin Busch TW242E-230 | Twin Busch TWS3-10E | |
|---|---|---|
| Lifting capacity | 4200 kg | 3000 kg |
| Lifting height | 1900 mm (1940 mm pad extended, 2040 mm with adapter) | 1000 mm |
| Lift/lower time | approx. 45 / 30 seconds | approx. 20 seconds each way |
| Motor power | 2.2 kW | 2.2 kW |
| Supply | 230V single phase, 16A type C fuse | 230V or 400V, 16A fuse |
| Weight | 600 kg | approx. 500 kg |
| Width between posts | 2850 mm | - |
| Max vehicle width | 2574 mm | - |
| Drive-on height | - | 110 mm |
Sources: Twin Busch TW242E-230, Twin Busch TWS3-10E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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 →Buy or hire the TWS3-10E if...
A mobile low-rise scissor lift raising 3 tonnes to 1 metre in around 20 seconds, with a low 110mm drive-on height and lockable access ramps. It needs no compressed air, running on an electromagnetic release instead. Suits a garage that wants a movable lift rather than a fixed two-post installation.
Full TWS3-10E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Twin Busch TW242E-230 and the Twin Busch TWS3-10E?
The Twin Busch TW242E-230 is a 4.2 tonne two-post vehicle lift, Basic Line, single phase; the Twin Busch TWS3-10E is a 3 tonne low-rise mobile scissor lift.
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