Interactive Calculator · India 2026
Elevator Capacity Calculator
Pick the right home lift capacity — 2, 3, 4, 6 or 8 person — from how many people use it, whether you need wheelchair access, and whether you sometimes carry luggage or furniture.
Quick scenarios — typical users
We size for the regular users, add a buffer if you carry luggage or furniture, and never go below the smallest wheelchair-capable car when access is needed.
Recommended capacity
Capacity
0 person
Rated load
0 kg
Clear car
1000 × 1100 mm
Clear door
800 mm
Hoistway / shaft
1300 × 1450 mm
Car footprint
0.00 sq.m
Wheelchair-capable
No
Car footprint by capacity
Internal car area in square metres. Your recommended size is highlighted.
A bigger car is more comfortable and resale-friendly, but it needs a wider shaft and eats more floor area on every level. Match the capacity to real daily use, not the maximum you can imagine.
Dimensions are typical clear internals; your vendor's exact car and shaft sizes vary by model and door type.
All capacities at a glance
| Persons | Rated load | Clear car (mm) | Shaft (mm) | Door | Wheelchair-capable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 person | 150 kg | 900 × 900 | 1220 × 1220 | 700 mm | No |
| 3 person Recommended | 204 kg | 1000 × 1100 | 1300 × 1450 | 800 mm | No |
| 4 person | 272 kg | 1100 × 1400 | 1500 × 1750 | 900 mm | Yes |
| 6 person | 408 kg | 1100 × 1750 | 1600 × 2100 | 900 mm | Yes |
| 8 person | 544 kg | 1350 × 1750 | 1900 × 2150 | 1100 mm | Yes |
Indicative June 2026 sizing aligned to IS 17900 and NBC 2016 Part 8 conventions (75 kg/person). Confirm exact dimensions with your vendor.
Home lift cars at different capacities
2 person · compact
3 person · family
4 person · accessible
8 person · large
Go deeper on capacity and sizing
Read the full lift capacity guide for India — persons-to-kg, car and shaft dimensions, accessibility rules and how to choose.
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