Product details
Red star 0.5 ton vertical hydraulic transmission & gearbox jack
This is a proper, no-nonsense transmission jack — handy for anyone who frequently lifts heavy components in the garage. It’s built for the jobs that cause the most faff: lowering a gearbox, manoeuvring a rear axle into place or supporting an exhaust while you swap it out. With a 500kg rating and a tall, adjustable saddle it’s ideal for cars and light commercial vehicles where reach and manoeuvrability matter.
Key features
- Capacity up to 500kg, suitable for most car and light commercial transmission and gearbox jobs.
- Saddle adjusts from 1100mm to 1900mm, giving plenty of vertical travel for underbody work or raised vehicles.
- Four swivel castors and twin handles make it easy to roll into position, even in tight spots.
- Extra-wide base improves stability and minimises the chance of the jack tipping or shifting while you’re lining things up.
- Strong hydraulic build for reliable lifting and long life in a busy workshop environment.
Specifications
- Rated load capacity: 500kg (0.5 tonne).
- Minimum saddle height: 1100mm.
- Maximum saddle height: 1900mm.
- Overall dimensions (L x W x H): 1120mm x 230mm x 280mm (base dimensions).
- Manufacturer: RED STAR, model RS208301, part number RS208301.
Uses and practical tips
Perfect for removing and installing transmissions and gearboxes on front- and rear-wheel-drive cars, it’s also useful for petrol and fuel tank work, partial or full exhaust repairs, and positioning rear axles, transaxles, subframes, steering racks and suspension parts during refit. It’s a real help when you’re juggling several bits at once.
A couple of sensible pointers: always use the jack on a level surface, make sure the load is centred on the saddle, and put the vehicle on axle stands or other permanent supports once it’s in position — this unit is for lifting and positioning, not long-term support. Also check whether specific adaptor plates are needed for particular bellhousings; compatibility can vary across vehicles.
Why choose this jack
It’s straightforward, tough and built for regular workshop use. If you’d rather not be faffing about with awkward balancing acts, this jack takes the strain and gives you the reach and stability to get the job done quicker and cleaner. No more shouting for another pair of hands when lining up gearbox bolts.
If you’re unsure whether it’s suitable for a given vehicle, check the transmission weight or consult the vehicle manual — and bear in mind that very heavy commercial transmissions will need a higher-capacity jack.