Torin Big Red Folding Shop Crane — 1-Ton Capacity

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This Torin Big Red heavy-duty Folding Shop Crane provides big lifting power for smaller shops. A lifting range from 1in. to 78 3/4in. and a 4-hole telescoping boom deliver needed flexibility. Folds for easy storage. Four heavy-duty steel casters provide added mobility. Heavy-duty 3-ton long ram jack. Boom is reinforced to increase strength and eliminate flex. Wide base offers maximum stability. Heavy steel hook with safety latch. Truck ship.

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Item#	144848
Ship Weight	166.0 lbs
Capacity (lbs.)	2,000
Lift Range (in.)	1–78 3/4
Boom Holes (qty.)	4
Wheels (qty.)	4
Foldable	Yes
Dimensions L x W x H (in.)	52 x 44 5/8 x 57 1/2

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i need to know size of unit when folded up.
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blackdog

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March 22, 2011

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The unit is designed to fold up when stored. It takes a little bit of time to fold the unit up, so you should not consider folding it up if you use it regularly. However, when fully folded up. It measures approximately 32" wide (side to side), 18" deep (front to back), and is approximately 6' tall.
In the folded position it is supported by the two rear wheels, and a "fold down metal leg" located at the front side of the base unit. You have to manually secure this metal leg with a screw so the metal leg doesn't fold up and cause the crane to tip over.
Just the fact that the unit CAN FOLD UP is a huge bonus compared to other such units without this feature.

Rayko

- Magnolia, Texas

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October 11, 2011

The Torin Big Red Folding Shop Crane is 20 inches wide, and 57- 1/2 inches high when folded up.

ProductExpert26

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March 22, 2011

ABOUT AS MUCH FLOOR SPACE AS A 3X2 FOOT BOX, YOU COULD ROLL IT THROUGH A DOORWAY WHEN FOLDED UP

JVINSO

- TENNESSEE

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March 22, 2011

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What is the maximum distance from the ram to end hook?

Mixerboy

- Edmonton, AB.

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December 1, 2011

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The maximum distance from the hydraulic ram's connection point on the lifting arm, to the hook is approximately 40 inches.

Rayko

- Magnolia, Texas

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August 14, 2012

The boom at its longest is 40 3/8" and at it shortest is 29 3/4".

ProductExpert27

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December 12, 2011

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How high are the bottom legs above the ground when in the folded out position?

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My application involved sliding this under a machine with only 3.5" of clearance

Nickolai

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March 19, 2012

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The two legs that support the crane require a clearance of 5-1/2"+ a 3-1/2" clearance won't work.

Rayko

- Magnolia, Texas

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August 14, 2012

The fixed wheels on the front of the legs are 4 1/2 inches, so the legs are at least that high off the ground

ProductExpert26

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March 19, 2012

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how much travel distance does it have.

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Among other intended uses, I was thinking of using this as a lawn mower lift for blade changes
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Anonymous

March 31, 2012

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This crane has 20.1 inches of travel.

ProductExpert41

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April 3, 2012

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A push mower, or a riding mower. Lifting up one end of a riding mower to change the blades is probably OK. Hanging a mower completely off the ground on a single hook, I'm not so sure about. Always put your safety above convenience.

Rayko

- Magnolia, Texas

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August 14, 2012

I use mine to lift push style 22" lawn mowers on my bench for service, an 8 HP 24" cut snowblower, pretty much anything like that. The key is to make up some lift chains or slings in pairs. I've got a pair of 12", 24" and 36" chains that I made up with bulk chain and hooks, a slip hook on one end and a grab hook on the other. Besides the chain and hook that it comes with I picked up a 3/8" chain swivel and fitted it with a 3/8" slip hook which gives me a lot of flexibility to rotate the part that I'm picking up. Balance and practice are the key. After you play with it for a while you will come up with methods that work for you. As far as picking up a lawn mower you could use a set of the nylon tie down straps, hooking one in each corner behind the wheels and pick it up that way. They aren't heavy, just be sure to never let the strap pull against something sharp without a pice of cardboard or some other form of protection to prevent it from shearing.

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oldtech

- South Haven, MN

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May 16, 2012

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I need to know the distance from the bottom of the wheels, at the lifting end of the hoist, to the topmost part of the leg?

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Looks to be about 3", but I will need an exact measurement. Thanks

Anonymous

September 13, 2012

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The height on the leg of this crane, from the bottom of the wheels to the top is 4 1/8 inches. The height increases as you follow the leg back to the body of the crane to 8 1/2 inches.

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September 14, 2012

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I need to know the dimentions of the base and height of the lift

chief1

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March 7, 2013

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The main base piece on this engine hoist is 30 3/4" L x 9 3/4" W x 7 5/8" H. The height of the lift is 57 1/2 inches.

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March 8, 2013

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what is the HTC/HTS shipping #'s for this product

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what is the HTC/HTS shipping #'s for this product. HTC is harmonized tariff code and it is needed if you want to ship this overseas.

BigshipLollipop

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March 22, 2013

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The HTSUS # for this item is 8425.19.00.00.

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March 22, 2013

Torin Big Red Folding Shop Crane - 1-Ton Capacity 4.5 5 17 17

Great hoist. Versitile for storage. I bought one of these and it is an excellent buy. Easily lifts and rolls. I would recommend to anyone looking for an engine/transmission hoist. April 23, 2013

Good for light duty and small jobs I originally was going to buy a 2 ton crane to replace the 5 ton I've had since the 80s. The 5 ton didn't fold and I had to move into a smaller garage so I needed all of the room I could get. After looking at the models, I ended up going a step further down and getting a 1 ton model. It's pretty stout for it's size and rating, even on the far-reaching setting. It takes a little bit of time to put together initially (hence the 4 stars instead of 5) and I wish the boom was a little longer, but it's not worth 3 or 4 times the price for a name brand lift to get these minor inconveniences. I've been very happy with this the few times I've had to use it. April 23, 2013

1 Ton Crane Good shop crane for a first timer. Works very well, and saves space in my small garage when folded up. My first use was with removing a northstar engine. I have no complaints about it. January 9, 2012

really nice cherry picker I bought this cherry picker in the johnson city store when I got it home I found it te be really easy to put together and strong built easy to get around because of it being able to be folded up I have pulled to motors with this so far and u could not ask for a better picker October 17, 2011

torin Shop Crane I had an application whereby large heavy pieces of metal needed to be lifted and placed on a metal cutting radial saw. It was very difficult to lift the metal by hand, hence the need for a portable crane. The crane is simple to assemble and use. It works very well, and is very versatile. The only minor item we ran into was the spring locking pins that are used to secure the pins which hold the legs in place. They weren't made very well, but we easily replaced them with ones purchased at a local hardware store. This was a minor issue of no real consequence. I would highly recommend this item to anyone looking for a crane like this. It is well made and sturdy. The added benefit of being able to fold it up and store it can come in real handy when it is not being used for a considerable length of time. October 12, 2011

Missing bolts Started to assemble the hoist and while reading the awful assembly instructions, I noticed I am missing more then half the bolts. July 3, 2011

big red this shop crane is a top of the line unit. the foldable capacity takes up less of your shop space. the telescoping boom helps you get to hard to reach areas. strong hydralics, and easy to maneuver wheels nake it everything you will need in an engine hoist. August 30, 2010

Handy.... Great for having around the shop. I use it to help me flip boats and mounting motors. Assembly was easy and seems to be well built. Folds up nice and compact and takes up little floor space. August 23, 2010

Reliable engine hoist priced right I picked up this unit last month because it cost less to buy than it did to rent a hoist for the 3 days I was going to use it. I needed something that was compact, as I live in apartment and don't have much space in my storage/patio; this fit the bill. Assembly was fairly easy. Usage: The first use was a Mopar 440 Engine out of a Dodge truck. This engine handled it with ease! Used it again to get it on the engine stand once at the shop space I rented. Easy as pie, although turning can be a bit of a chore if you don't get the hang of it right away. I'm going to be using it again to lift another 440 out of a car and have the utmost confidence in the hoist. July 19, 2010

Engine hoist I bought this product 4 or 5 years ago. Very well crafted and extremely durable. The fold up design is an excellent space saver for my shop. I have used it numerous times and it still proforms like the day I put it together. June 2, 2010

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Capacity (lbs.)	300 Front Arm and 1,000 Side Tilt	2,000	4,000	750	6,000
Lift Range (in.)	-	1–78 3/4	1–93 3/4	21 3/4–35 5/8	-
Boom Holes (qty.)	-	4	4	-	-
Long Ram Jack Capacity (Tons)	-	-	8	-	-
Wheels (qty.)	-	4	6	-	-
Foldable	Yes	Yes	Yes	-	No
Dimensions L x W x H (in.)	-	52 x 44 5/8 x 57 1/2	-	-	75 x 57 x 87

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