AL560 Automatic Universal Power Chair Lift
AL560 Automatic Universal Power Chair Lift
AL560 Automatic Universal Power Chair Lift
AL560 Automatic Universal Power Chair Lift
AL560 Automatic Universal Power Chair Lift
AL560 Automatic Universal Power Chair Lift

AL560 Automatic Universal Power Chair Lift

Installation & Product Guides:

Automatic exterior hitch-mount platform lift for power chairs — drive on from either side, automatic padded hold-down arm secures the chair, one switch lifts to travel height. No straps. No modifications.
- 350 lb capacity · 105 lb installed · 28.5"×38.5" adjustable platform · Class II or III hitch
- Automatic padded hold-down arm · drive-on/off · flip-back arms required
- One-switch fully powered lift + automatic fold · manual crank backup
- Optional swing-away · 3-year transferable warranty · Made in USA

Our Price: $2,565.00

AL560 Automatic Universal Power Chair Lift

image
image
Description

The Harmar AL560 Automatic Universal Power Chair Lift is a fully automatic exterior hitch-mount platform lift for power chairs — the user drives their chair directly onto the 28.5" × 38.5" platform from either side using the joystick, and a padded hold-down arm automatically descends and secures the chair by pressing down on the seat. No manual straps, no docking device, no caregiver assistance required for the loading step. One-switch operation. Platform folds automatically when empty. No power chair modifications required — power chair must have flip-back arms. Class II or III hitch. 350 lb capacity. 105 lbs installed. Manual crank backup and license plate mount included. Optional swing-away available. Made in the USA. For users whose power chair is wider or longer, the AL560XL offers an extended 32.5" × 38.5" platform.

Exterior hitch-mount platform lift · Power chairs only · 350 lb capacity · 105 lb installed · 28.5" × 38.5" platform · Drive-on/off · Automatic hold-down · Flip-back arms required · Class II or III hitch. Compatibility confirmation required before every order ships.

Not sure the AL560 fits your vehicle and power chair? Call 866-218-0902 — Mon–Fri 9AM–5PM · Sat 9AM–3PM · Authorized Harmar Dealer · Local & Nationwide Installation
Before You Order — Flip-Back Arms Required · Compatibility Must Be Confirmed The AL560 requires the power chair to have flip-back arms — chairs with fixed arms are not compatible. Your vehicle needs a Class II or III hitch and a hitch height between 5" and 19". If your power chair is larger than the 28.5" platform width can accommodate, see the AL560XL with its wider 32.5" platform. We confirm compatibility on every order before it ships — no exceptions. Use the Harmar Compatibility Calculator below as a starting point then call us to verify. We provide local professional installation at all five of our Southwest Florida locations and coordinate professional installation nationwide through Harmar's authorized dealer network. 866-218-0902 · Mon–Fri 9AM–5PM · Sat 9AM–3PM.

Drive On. Hold-Down Arm Secures Automatically. Press a Button. Go.

Drive-On / Drive-Off · Automatic Padded Hold-Down Arm The AL560's loading sequence is fully hands-free from the user's perspective. The platform lowers to ground level; the power chair user drives directly onto the platform from either side using the chair's joystick; the vertically adjustable padded hold-down arm descends automatically and presses down on the seat to secure the chair. One switch lifts the platform to travel height. No straps to thread, no docking pin to engage, no caregiver assistance required. The wheel cradles adjust to provide a custom snug fit for each chair's wheelbase, providing additional lateral stability during transport.
28.5" × 38.5" Adjustable Platform · Class II or III Hitch The AL560's 28.5" × 38.5" platform accommodates most popular full-size power chairs. The adjustable wheel cradles adapt to different wheelbase widths. Class II or III hitch compatibility gives the AL560 broad vehicle reach — it works with minivans, SUVs, trucks, and vans equipped with either hitch class. Hitch height range is 5" to 19". For power chairs wider than 28.5", the AL560XL offers a 32.5" platform with the same automatic hold-down system. Call us to confirm which platform width your chair needs.
Manual Crank Backup · Automatic Fold · One-Switch Operation The platform folds automatically when the power chair is removed — press the switch and the platform rises vertically against the vehicle for a compact stowed profile. Manual crank backup allows the platform to be lowered in the event of a power failure. License plate mount included standard. Optional swing-away allows the folded lift to pivot aside for rear vehicle access without removing the device. Optional battery pack for independent power operation. 3-year transferable warranty · Made in USA.

Full Specifications

Model AL560 Automatic Universal Power Chair Lift
Lift Type Exterior hitch-mount platform — power chair rides outside during transit
Weight Capacity 350 lbs
Installed Weight 105 lbs
Devices Accommodated Power chairs · Flip-back arms required · No fixed arm chairs
Platform Size 28.5" × 38.5" · adjustable wheel cradles
Loading Style Drive-on / drive-off from either side
Operation One-switch · fully powered lift + automatic fold
Securement Padded hold-down arm — vertically adjustable · automatic · no straps required
Device Modifications Required No · flip-back arms required
Hitch Class Class II or III (Class III adapter standard)
Hitch Height Range 5" to 19"
Vehicle Compatibility Minivans · SUVs · Trucks · Vans
Included Manual crank backup · License plate mount · Class III hitch adapter
Optional Upgrades Swing-away · Battery pack
XL Version Available Yes — AL560XL · 32.5" × 38.5" platform · 115 lb installed · View AL560XL →
Made in USA Yes
Warranty 3-year transferable Harmar warranty
Returns Non-returnable once installed

Frequently Asked Questions

Both use the same automatic padded hold-down arm, drive-on/off platform, and one-switch operation. The only meaningful difference is platform width — the AL560 has a 28.5" × 38.5" platform while the AL560XL has a wider 32.5" × 38.5" platform for larger power chairs. The XL weighs 115 lbs installed vs 105 lbs for the standard. If your power chair fits comfortably on a 28.5" wide platform, the AL560 is the more economical choice. Call us with your chair's width to confirm. 866-218-0902.
No — the AL560 requires flip-back arms. The padded hold-down arm secures the chair by pressing down on the seat, and fixed arms prevent the arm from reaching the correct position. Call us and we will identify the right lift for a chair with fixed arms. 866-218-0902.
The AL500 uses four Q'Straint retractors that hook to the chair's frame — it is lighter (75 lbs) but requires a manual attachment step. The AL560 uses an automatic padded hold-down arm — no hooks to attach, purely drive-on and go. The AL560 requires flip-back arms; the AL500 does not have that restriction but uses a different securement approach. Call us and we will help determine which system fits your chair and your routine better. 866-218-0902.
Professional installation is required for warranty coverage and safe operation. We provide local installation at all five of our Southwest Florida locations and coordinate professional installation nationwide through Harmar's authorized dealer network. 866-218-0902.

Compare Exterior Vehicle Lifts

Wider Platform · Larger Power Chairs Harmar AL560XL Automatic Universal 350 lb · 115 lb installed · 32.5"×38.5" platform · Same auto hold-down
View →
Q'Straint Retractors · 75 lb Installed Harmar AL500 Platform Power Chair Lift 350 lb · 75 lb installed · 26"×39" platform · No flip-back arm requirement
View →
Mid-Wheel Drive · 350 lb · 63 lb Harmar AL580 Next Generation 350 lb · 63 lb installed · Mid-wheel drive power chairs · Padded hold-down
View →
All Exterior Vehicle Lifts Full Exterior Lift Lineup Every exterior hitch-mount lift we carry
Browse all →

Local Installation & Nationwide Shipping

We are an authorized Harmar dealer with over 25 years of DME experience. Local professional installation is available at all five of our Southwest Florida locations — Venice, Sarasota, Port Charlotte, Fort Myers, and Naples. For customers anywhere in the country we ship directly and coordinate professional installation through Harmar's authorized dealer network. Every order requires a compatibility confirmation before it ships — call us with your vehicle year, make, model, and power chair details and we will verify fit before you buy.

📞 866-218-0902  ·  Mon–Fri 9AM–5PM  ·  Sat 9AM–3PM  ·  Find your nearest location →

Technical Specs
Specifications

AL560 Automatic Universal Power Chair Specifications:

Hitch Height:
5" to 19"
Power Source: Battery
Hardwired
Works With Hitch Size: Class II Hitch
Class III Hitch
Professional Install Available: Yes
Service Contract Available: No
Operation: Power
Lifting Capacity: 350 lbs.
Recommended For: Power Wheelchairs
Platform Size - Length: 38.5 in.
Platform Size - Width: 28.5 in.
Installed Product Weight: 105 lbs.
Type of Lift: Outside Lift
Warranty: 3 Year Limited Warranty
Warranty - Transferable Warranty: Yes
Logo 1
Logo 2
Logo 3
Logo 4
Logo 5