Wesco 273512 Adjustable Straddle Base Hand Winch Lifter

Wesco Adjustable Straddle Base Hand Winch Lifter – 350 lb Capacity, 12–13 ft Lift, Non-Marking Wheels | 273512

The Wesco Adjustable Straddle Base Hand Winch Lifter (273512) is a versatile, manually operated material lift designed for facilities that need high lift reach, adjustable base width, and easy maneuverability—without relying on powered equipment.

Built with a combination of aluminum and steel, this unit delivers a strong balance of durability and a lighter overall weight, making it easier to move through warehouses, shops, and job sites. With a 350 lb capacity, it’s ideal for lifting and positioning crates, boxes, equipment, HVAC components, reels, and more.

The adjustable straddle base gives you flexibility around pallets, skids, and odd-sized loads. Legs adjust from 21.5" to 36" inside width and 29" to 44" outside width, allowing the truck to straddle loads or fit in tighter spaces. The fork design (4" W x 22.5" L x 1.75" H) supports common load footprints, and the forks can be inverted to achieve two different lift height ranges, giving you more flexibility on site.

This hand winch lifter offers a maximum lift range of 144" to 165.5" and a lowered height range of 2" to 25", allowing you to pick loads near floor level and raise them up to mezzanines, racks, or elevated platforms. The winch crank handle locks to secure the carriage in place, enhancing safety while the load is elevated.

For transport and handling, the unit includes top-of-frame rollers that make it easier to lay the truck horizontally, simplifying loading into a van, truck, or storage rack. Non-marking 8" rear wheels and 2" front swivel casters protect floors and offer maneuverability in tight aisles and finished spaces.

If you need a flexible material lift that can handle tall lifts, adjustable width, and repeated repositioning, this Wesco hand winch lifter is built for that job.

Specifications
♦  Overall dimensions: 29" wide x 79" high x 43" long. 
♦  Maximum Lift Range: 144" to 165.5".
♦  Lowered Height Range: 2" to 25".
♦  Fork size: 4" wide x 22.5" long x 1.75" high
♦  11.25" load centers.
♦  350 pounds capacity.
♦  Adjustable legs 21.5" to 36" inside width and 29" to 44" outside width.
♦  8" rear wheels and 2" front swivel casters are non-marking.
♦  Forks can be inverted for two different lift heights.
♦  Winch crank handle locks to secure carriage.
♦  Top-of-frame rollers facilitate laying the truck horizontally for transport.
♦  Part number 273512 and model number HWLSD-3.5.

Option:
♦ A removable 20.5" wide x 24.25" long steel platform that fits over forks is available.