DEWALT DWHT83550 ToughSeries Construction Jack 8-3/4-in. Lift Height, 340 lb. Capacity, 2-Pack
DEWALT DWHT83550 ToughSeries Construction Jack 8-3/4-in. Lift Height, 340 lb. Capacity, 2-Pack
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DeWalt DWHT83550 ToughSeries 8-3/4 in. 340 lb. Capacity Construction Jack Overview
The DeWalt DWHT83550 ToughSeries 8-3/4 in. 340 lb. Capacity Construction Jack is a hand-powered construction jack designed for lifting, leveling, and holding materials in place during installation work. This is a construction jack designed for hands-free lifting and precision positioning when you are working solo or when the workpiece needs to stay put while you fasten.
On the job, the big story is capacity and usable lift height. This jack supports up to 340 pounds and lifts up to 8-3/4 inches, which is right in the zone for setting prehung doors, bumping cabinets into final height, leveling window units, and dialing in flooring transitions. It is a practical alternative to shims when you need repeatable, adjustable lift instead of tapping and guessing.
The step-to-lift function (enabled by the reinforced handle) lets you raise the lift plate while keeping your hands on the work, which is exactly what you want when you are trying to keep a door jamb plumb or a cabinet tight to a line. There is also a squeeze-to-lift style grip for controlled raising when you are working in tighter spots.
When it is time to come back down, the controlled lowering tab is what keeps this tool from being a one-trick lifter. Controlled lowering lets you make small, predictable adjustments for leveling and alignment, instead of dropping the load and starting over. That matters when you are chasing consistent reveals on doors or keeping a window square while you drive fasteners.
For access under workpieces, the slim, tapered base helps you get under material quickly, and the countersunk holes support flush mounting when you need the jack secured to a surface for stability. The overmolded handle with reinforced metal ribs is there for comfort, but more importantly it is there for support when you are lifting near the tool's rated capacity.
If you do remodeling, finish carpentry, cabinet work, door and window installation, or HVAC equipment positioning, this is the kind of tool that saves time because you stop improvising with wedges and pry bars. It is also a solid fit for anyone who works alone and still wants clean, repeatable setup and leveling.
- Tool Type: Construction jack (hand tool)
- Primary Use: Lifting, leveling, and workholding during installation
- Power Source: Manual
At a Glance
DeWalt DWHT83550 construction jack for solo installs
When you are hanging a door or setting a jamb, you need the bottom supported while you check plumb, shim, and fasten. This jack gives you a stable lift point so the work stays where you put it.
- Step-to-lift operation helps keep both hands available for positioning
- Up to 8-3/4 in. lift height for common door and trim adjustments
- Controlled lowering for fine leveling without losing your setup
Get under the work fast
The slim, tapered base is made for slipping under a workpiece without prying or fighting for a starting gap. Once it is under, you can set height quickly and then fine-tune the final position.
- Slim, tapered base for under-application access
- No-load quick-release button for fast height setting (no load only)
- Countersunk holes support flush mounting when needed
Built for repeatable leveling
These are made for the day-to-day adjustments that eat time: lifting a cabinet to hit a line, holding a panel while you fasten, or leveling material before you lock it in.
- Lift capacity: 340 lb
- Maximum opening / lift height: 8.75 in
- Overmolded handle with reinforced metal ribs for support under load
What's in the Box
(2) DEWALT TOUGHSERIES Construction Jack (DWHT83550)
Key Specifications
340 lb
8.75 in (8-3/4 in)
8.75 in
8.75 in
7.025 lb
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Multi-Surface
China
Built For
Pro Tip
Use the no-load quick-release only to position the jack before you put weight on the lift plate. Once the load is on, switch to the normal lift and controlled lowering for small, predictable adjustments.
Warranty & Support
A real helper for door and cabinet work
The DeWalt DWHT83550 ToughSeries 8-3/4 in. 340 lb. Capacity Construction Jack is the hand tool you buy when you are tired of balancing heavy installs with shims, scraps, and luck.
- Who it's for: Remodelers, finish carpenters, and installers who set doors, cabinets, windows, and flooring transitions.
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Why it stands out: Step-to-lift plus controlled lowering gives you quick lift with the ability to fine-tune alignment.
- Worth knowing: The quick-release is for no-load positioning only, then use the controlled lowering tab when the work is on the lift plate.
Common Questions
- How much can it lift? It is rated for up to 340 lb of lifting and holding capacity.
- What is the maximum lift height? The maximum lift height is 8.75 in (8-3/4 in).
- Is this sold as a set or a single jack? This set includes two (2) jacks.
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