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SwapLoader Hooklift Series Comparison

Choosing the Right Hooklift Truck

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December 20, 2023

Hooklift trucks are designed to provide a flexible way to transport dumpsters, bins, flatbeds, and equipment containers. By allowing operators to quickly load and swap containers, hooklift systems improve efficiency across construction, waste hauling, and service operations.

At HIWASTE MFG, we supply SwapLoader hooklift trucks in Hawaii, offering several series designed for different truck sizes and lifting capacities. These include the SL-100 Series, SL-200 Series, SL-400 Series, and the Heavy Duty Series.

Understanding the differences between these systems can help determine which hooklift truck is the best fit for your operation.

Overview of the SwapLoader Series

SwapLoader offers several hooklift systems designed for different hauling needs. Each series is built to match specific truck platforms, lifting capacities, and container sizes.

Below is a general overview of the four main SwapLoader series.

SL-100 Series

The SL-100 Series is designed for smaller truck platforms and lighter-duty applications. These systems are commonly installed on trucks in the 14,000 to 35,000 lb GVW range and offer lifting capacities from 7,500 to about 20,000 lbs.

Common models include:

  • SL-75
  • SL-105
  • SL-160
  • SL-212
  • SL-214

These hooklifts are often used for operations that need a compact truck with strong versatility, such as landscaping work, smaller construction jobs, and waste hauling in tighter areas.

SL-200 Series

The SL-200 Series provides more lifting capacity and is designed for medium-duty truck platforms. These systems typically operate on trucks with GVW ratings between roughly 18,000 and 35,000 lbs, with lifting capacities ranging from about 18,500 to 24,000 lbs.

Common models include:

  • SL-185
  • SL-220
  • SL-222
  • SL-241

The SL-200 Series is often considered a balanced hooklift system, providing increased lifting capability while still maintaining maneuverability.

SL-400 Series

The SL-400 Series is designed for larger truck platforms and higher lifting requirements. These systems typically require trucks with GVW ratings of 33,000 lbs or greater and offer lifting capacities of approximately 33,000 to 40,000 lbs.

Common models include:

  • SL-330
  • SL-400
  • SL-406
  • SL-412

This series is commonly used for hauling larger dumpsters and heavier containers used in construction and waste operations.

Heavy Duty Series

For the most demanding applications, SwapLoader offers the Heavy Duty Series. These hooklift systems are built for trucks with GVW ratings of 50,000 lbs or greater and can lift approximately 50,000 to 65,000 lbs depending on the model.

Common models include:

  • SL-518
  • SL-520X
  • SL-650

These systems are designed for operations that regularly move very large containers or extremely heavy loads.

SwapLoader Hooklift Trucks in Hawaii

At HIWASTE MFG, we supply SwapLoader hooklift trucks and hooklift systems across Hawaii. Our team can help determine the right hooklift system based on your truck chassis, container sizes, and operational needs.

We also offer:

  • Hooklift truck conversion services
  • Installation of SwapLoader hooklift systems
  • Matching the correct SL model to your truck

Completed hooklift trucks can also be shipped to all Hawaiian Islands, including Big Island (Hilo and Kona), Maui, Kauai, Lanai, and Molokai, as well as Guam and American Samoa.

If you're interested in a SwapLoader hooklift truck in Hawaii, click the buttons below to get in contact with us or send us a message, and our team will help you determine the best setup for your operation.

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SwapLoader offers four main hooklift series: SL-100, SL-200, SL-400, and the Heavy Duty Series. These systems range from 7,500 lbs to about 65,000 lbs lifting capacity and are designed for different truck sizes and hauling applications. Businesses in Hawaii can choose the series that best matches their truck platform and container requirements.

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