Clarke

Clarke CTJ1500QL 1.5 Tonne Aluminium & Steel Quick-Lift Trolley Jack

Name: Clarke CTJ1500QL 1.5 Tonne Aluminium & Steel Quick-Lift Trolley Jack
Brand: Clarke

BUDGET

At 14.3 kg, this aluminum-and-steel jack is the easiest value pick to move. Its twin pistons and 85 mm entry serve smaller cars well, but the 1.5-tonne rating and 365 mm ceiling limit heavier work.

$176 typical

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EDITION 01RESEARCHED 2026-10-233 SOURCESREFRESH DUE 2027-04

SUBSTANCE SCORES

substance7.5/ 10

design8.0/ 10

value7.7/ 10

WHY THE PRICE IS JUSTIFIED

The price reflects a 14.3 kg aluminium/steel build, 85 mm minimum height, twin-piston lift and rubber-protected saddle. Auto Express testing reported lower lifting effort than comparable jacks, while the 1.5-tonne capacity limits its use to suitable vehicles.

MATERIALS

Main chassisAluminium and steel

Balances low weight with structural support.

FinishBlue anodised coating

Provides a durable surface finish.

PumpTwin-piston mechanism

Supports quicker lifting with fewer pump strokes.

Saddle padRubber

Helps protect the vehicle underside.

CastorsSteel swivel castors

Improves manoeuvrability on the garage floor.

CRITERIA

7/10

Build Quality

Aluminium/steel construction, steel castors and anodised finish; retailer lists a 14.3 kg build.

8/10

Performance

Auto Express reported low lifting effort; twin pistons lift quickly across an 85–365 mm range.

9/10

Value

At £131.98, it was the lowest-priced 1.5-tonne option in the cited test.

IDEAL FOR

·Budget-conscious DIY mechanics
·Garage users needing a lightweight jack
·Vehicles compatible with a 1.5-tonne rating
·Low-entry lifting tasks

NOT FOR

·Vehicles exceeding the 1.5-tonne capacity
·Heavy-duty workshop use
·Supporting a vehicle without axle stands

DESIGN & ERGONOMICS

Lightweight and compact enough to move around a garage or carry more easily than heavy steel workshop jacks. The low entry height and twist lock/unlock valve improve usability; steel swivel castors aid positioning.

LONGEVITY

The supplied evidence confirms steel and aluminium construction but does not establish a service-life estimate. The rubber pad, hydraulic system and castors are wear points; inspect and maintain the jack according to its instructions, and use axle stands rather than relying on the jack alone.