Tail lift

A tail lift (term used in the UK, also called a "liftgate" in North America) is a mechanical device permanently installed on the rear of a work truck, van, or lorry, and is designed to facilitate the handling of goods from ground level or a loading dock to the level of the vehicle bed, or vice versa.

Some heavy-duty models can even exceed this limit, making them suitable for industrial applications where extreme loads need to be transported.

Tail lift design types include Parallel Arm, Railgate, Column, Cantilever, Tuckunder, and Slider.

[2] Railgate lifts are often preferred for deliveries that require stable, consistent vertical motion, such as fragile or sensitive goods.

In North America, "liftgate" is the commonly used term for a hydraulic lift installed at the rear of a vehicle that can be used to mechanically load or unload cargo.

In the automobile industry, "liftgate" is also used to refer to the automatic rear door of a van, minivan, or crossover SUV type vehicle.

Modern liftgates often come with advanced features such as remote control operation, automatic height adjustment, and integrated safety mechanisms, making them more user-friendly and efficient.