Bottle Jacks
Explore our bottle jacks, designed for powerful, stable lifting of vehicles and heavy loads. Compact yet strong, our bottle jacks are perfect for automotive, industrial, and workshop applications. Shop with us for top-tier products, expert advice, and unrivalled pricing.
WHAT IS A BOTTLE JACK?
A bottle jack is a kind of hydraulic lifting device that is designed to lift vehicles such as cars, trucks, or trailers, off of the ground via a piston mechanism. As they are smaller than most other types of jack, bottle jacks are designed for use in confined spaces, or as a portable type of jack that can easily fit in a service van.
HOW DOES A BOTTLE JACK WORK?
A bottle jack, like any other type of hydraulic jack, works by a handle manually “pumping it up” to extend the vertical shaft. This in turn lifts the desired load off of the ground and supports it on the jack’s bearing pad
WHAT IS A BOTTLE JACK USED FOR?
Bottle jacks are typically used for jobs that do not require a vehicle to be lifted particularly high off of the ground. For example, changing a tire, lifting vehicles for repair or for support in other industrial settings.
WHY BUY A YALE BOTTLE JACK?
Yale Bottle Jacks are manufactured to meet the demanding standards of top Blue Chip companies for intense and regular operation. Our range of Yale Hydraulic Jacks are supplied under ISO 9001:2008 but are sold with a budget in mind – a quality and certified product that will not disappoint, ideal for both home and business use.
Yale Jacks provide a universal solution for a variety of applications, used in a vertical position to list, push, and support loads of up to 50,000kg (model dependent).
Bottle Jack FAQs
Yes, bottle jacks are legal in the UK for lifting vehicles, but they must comply with the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 and meet BS EN 1494:2000 standards for lifting equipment.
To lift a car or van safely, choose a bottle jack rated at least one and a half times your vehicle’s gross weight; for most UK cars, a 2-tonne jack is suitable, but larger vans may need a 5-tonne or greater capacity.
No, bottle jacks are designed for lifting only and should not be used for prolonged load bearing; always use axle stands or another suitable support for long-term use.
No, bottle jacks must be used on a stable, level, and hard surface to avoid slipping or tipping; using a base plate or support board is recommended on soft ground.