The AMGO 408HLX Boat Storage Lift is an 8,000 lbs capacity four-post lift designed specifically for boat owners and storage facilities that need extra vertical clearance beyond standard parking lifts. It builds on the 408-HPX platform but adds an extended-height design, giving additional room for taller boats, wake towers, and over-height trailer setups that would otherwise exceed normal storage limits. Note: installation requires a level reinforced concrete surface and adequate ceiling height to take full advantage of the extended lift range.
What sets the 408HLX apart is that extra clearance without sacrificing usability. The +15 3/4" increased lifting height compared to the 408-HPX gives operators the space needed to store larger recreational boats more comfortably and with fewer positioning concerns. Despite the added height, the lift maintains easy drive-in access with a wide 111" drive-thru clearance, making it simple to load different trailer types without constant adjustments.
Functionality remains straightforward and user-focused. The lift includes two adjustable runway width settings, allowing better alignment with various trailer configurations. The concealed manual single-point lock release system eliminates the need for an external air source while still giving the operator full control over lock engagement and release. Safety is reinforced through primary locking systems combined with cable-slack protection, ensuring stable holding under load.
The flexible power unit mounting design allows installation at any corner of the lift, which helps adapt the setup to different garage or storage layouts without complicating routing or access.
This model is best suited for marinas, boat storage facilities, recreational vehicle dealers, and private boat owners who need reliable long-term storage with extra height capacity. It’s built for situations where standard clearance simply isn’t enough, and stability during storage is just as important as lifting performance.
Features
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True 8,000-lb capacity, designed to confidently support heavy boat-and-trailer combinations
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Extended-height design offering 15 3/4" more lifting height than the 408-HPX, ideal for taller boats
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Wide 111" drive-in clearance to accommodate a variety of trailer configurations
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Dual-width runway settings for adjustable platform spacing and improved trailer fit
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Manual single-point lock release using AMGO’s concealed lock control system, requiring no air supply
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Dual safety system combining primary safety locks with cable-slack protection for added security
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Flexible installation design allowing the power unit to be mounted at any corner for easier layout planning
Specifications
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Model: 408HLX
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Lift Type: Boat Storage Lift
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Lifting Capacity: 8,000 lbs
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Lifting Time: 54s
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Overall Length (Inc. Ramps): 222 1/8"
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Overall Length (Without Ramps): 188 9/16"
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Overall Width: 131 7/8"
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Width Between Posts: 122 3/16"
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Max. Lifting Height: 104 11/16"
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Max. Locking Height: 101 15/16"
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Overall Height: 113"
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Minimum Height: 5 11/16"
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Max. Underneath Height: 99 15/16"
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Max. Lock Underneath Runway: 97 3/16"
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Drive-Thru Clearance: 111"
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Width Between Runways: 46 1/2" – 66 3/8"
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Outside Edge of Runways: 83 7/8" – 103 3/4"
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Motor: 2.0HP, 220V / 60Hz
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Gross Weight: 1,726 lbs
Why the Extra Height Matters
Not all boats fit comfortably on a standard storage lift—and that gap becomes obvious with taller hull designs, towers, windshields, or trailer setups that demand more vertical clearance. The 408HLX is specifically engineered for these cases, providing additional lifting height to increase usable space both above and below the lift.
That extra headroom simplifies storage, reduces alignment and positioning difficulty, and allows you to make better use of vertical space inside your building without needing a completely different storage system.
Safety & Locking System
The 408HLX is designed for straightforward operation while maintaining strong mechanical security in the raised position. AMGO’s concealed lock-control system uses a manual single-point release, eliminating the need for an external air source. Combined with dual safety mechanisms, it provides consistent protection during use.
Loading, Fit & Trailer Compatibility
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Drive-thru clearance: 111"
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Width between runways: 46 1/2" – 66 3/8"
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Outside edge of runways: 83 7/8" – 103 3/4"
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Width between posts: 122 3/16"
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Two-width platform settings for improved trailer compatibility
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Standard foldable drive-in ramps included
Lifting Performance
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Lifting capacity: 8,000 lbs
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Lifting time: 54 seconds
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Maximum lifting height: 104 11/16"
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Maximum locking height: 101 15/16"
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Minimum height: 5 11/16"
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Maximum underneath height: 99 15/16"
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Maximum lock underneath runway: 97 3/16"
Construction, Power & Installation Flexibility
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Non-skid diamond platforms for improved traction during loading
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Flexible power unit mounting at any corner
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ETL-certified power unit
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Motor: 2.0HP, 220V / 60Hz
What’s Included
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AMGO 408HLX Boat Storage Lift
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Standard foldable drive-in ramps
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Integrated non-skid diamond platforms
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Manual single-point lock release system
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ETL-certified power unit
Authorized Dealer - Full Warranty Included
