Limited Seasonal Depth
For sites where the lowest seasonal water level leaves too little operating depth for a standard UltraLift configuration.
Why choose UltraLift® Shallow Water?
Specially engineered for coves, canals, and low-water shorelines, the UltraLift Shallow Water delivers the same legendary HydroHoist protection — keeping your boat high, dry, and ready for every adventure, even where traditional lifts can’t perform.
Shallow Water Lift Facts
UltraLift Shallow Water lifts support boats ranging from 5,000 lb to 9,000 lb.
These lifts can operate in as little as 22 inches of water plus boat draft.
Designed for shallow shoreline environments where traditional lifts may not operate.
Multiple flotation tanks help distribute lift capacity and stability.
Talk to a HydroHoist dealer about shallow water lift options for your shoreline conditions and find the right option for you.
| Above-Water Steel DesignEliminates rust and corrosion for unmatched durability and longer system life. |
| Safety, stability, confidenceBalanced lift geometry, adjustable bunks, and wide footprint help keep your boat high, dry, and secure in variable conditions. |
| Made in the USAProudly engineered and manufactured since 1964 with unmatched quality standards. |
Start With Your Water Conditions
Is a Shallow Water UltraLift Right for Your Waterfront?
UltraLift® Shallow Water is designed for freshwater locations where limited depth or changing water levels prevent a standard lift from operating reliably. Start with the lowest expected water level—not only the depth available on the day the lift is installed.
Fluctuating Water Levels
For lakes, rivers and reservoirs that rise and fall substantially throughout the boating season.
Coves and Canals
For protected, narrow or near-shore locations where depth remains limited even when the main body of water is deeper.
Receding Shorelines
For installations where the usable shoreline and practical lift location move outward as water levels fall.
Shallow Water may not be the right fit when:
your boat exceeds the published 9,000-lb. capacity, the installation
is saltwater or brackish water, the slip does not meet the selected
model’s width requirements, or the site cannot provide approximately
22 inches of water plus the boat’s draft.
Designed for Low-Depth Freshwater
Extended flotation tanks create the buoyancy needed where
traditional lift configurations may not have enough water.
How UltraLift® Shallow Water works
Extended tank geometry distributes buoyancy efficiently at low depths.
Low-profile frame sits lower in the water while keeping steel components above the waterline.
Hydro-pneumatic operation (120V) quickly displaces water to raise the boat and vents air to gently lower it.
Even lift distribution supports a wide range of hull types with adjustable bunks for precise fit.
Where it excels
Shallow Coves – Premium protection when depth is limited near shore.
Fluctuating Water Levels – Operates consistently through seasonal drawdowns.
Receding Shorelines – Keeps your hull suspended when water drops.
Canals & Narrow Waterways – Low profile and adaptable layout options.
Compare Every Shallow Water UltraLift
All four models share the same published minimum operating depth. Capacity, required slip width and flotation-tank configuration determine which system may fit your boat and waterfront.
5000-UL2-SW
5,000 lbs. / 2,267 kg
Minimum Water Depth
22 in. plus boat draft
- Minimum Slip
- 9 ft. 9 in.
- With Low-Profile Brackets
- 9 ft. 4 in.
- Maximum Slip
- 14 ft.
Tank configuration:
2 × 200.75 in. L × 40 in. W × 15 in. D
2 × 200.75 in. L × 40 in. W × 15 in. D
6000-UL2-SW
6,000 lbs. / 2,993 kg
Minimum Water Depth
22 in. plus boat draft
- Minimum Slip
- 9 ft. 9 in.
- With Low-Profile Brackets
- 9 ft. 4 in.
- Maximum Slip
- 14 ft.
Tank configuration:
2 × 209.75 in. L × 45 in. W × 15 in. D
2 × 209.75 in. L × 45 in. W × 15 in. D
7500-UL2-SW
7,500 lbs. / 3,402 kg
Minimum Water Depth
22 in. plus boat draft
- Minimum Slip
- 11 ft.
- With Low-Profile Brackets
- 10 ft. 7 in.
- Maximum Slip
- 14 ft.
Tank configuration:
2 × 209.75 in. L × 45 in. W × 15 in. D
1 × 209.75 in. L × 17.5 in. W × 15 in. D
2 × 209.75 in. L × 45 in. W × 15 in. D
1 × 209.75 in. L × 17.5 in. W × 15 in. D
9000-UL2-SW
9,000 lbs. / 4,082 kg
Minimum Water Depth
22 in. plus boat draft
- Minimum Slip
- 13 ft. 6 in.
- With Low-Profile Brackets
- 13 ft. 1 in.
- Maximum Slip
- 14 ft.
Tank configuration:
3 × 209.75 in. L × 45 in. W × 15 in. D
3 × 209.75 in. L × 45 in. W × 15 in. D
| Model | Capacity | Minimum Water Depth | Minimum Slip Width | Maximum Slip Width | Tank Options |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5000-UL2-SW |
5,000 lbs. 2,267 kg |
22 in. plus draft 55.88 cm plus draft |
9 ft. 9 in. 9 ft. 4 in. with low-profile dock brackets 2.97 m 2.84 m with low-profile dock brackets |
14 ft. 4.26 m |
2 × 200.75 in. L × 40 in. W × 15 in. D 2 × 5.09 m L × 1.02 m W × 0.38 m D |
| 6000-UL2-SW |
6,000 lbs. 2,993 kg |
22 in. plus draft 55.88 cm plus draft |
9 ft. 9 in. 9 ft. 4 in. with low-profile dock brackets 2.97 m 2.84 m with low-profile dock brackets |
14 ft. 4.26 m |
2 × 209.75 in. L × 45 in. W × 15 in. D 2 × 5.33 m L × 1.14 m W × 0.38 m D |
| 7500-UL2-SW |
7,500 lbs. 3,402 kg |
22 in. plus draft 55.88 cm plus draft |
11 ft. 10 ft. 7 in. with low-profile dock brackets 3.35 m 3.22 m with low-profile dock brackets |
14 ft. 4.26 m |
2 × 209.75 in. L × 45 in. W × 15 in. D 1 × 209.75 in. L × 17.5 in. W × 15 in. D 2 × 5.33 m L × 1.14 m W × 0.38 m D 1 × 5.33 m L × 0.45 m W × 0.38 m D |
| 9000-UL2-SW |
9,000 lbs. 4,082 kg |
22 in. plus draft 55.88 cm plus draft |
13 ft. 6 in. 13 ft. 1 in. with low-profile dock brackets 4.11 m 3.99 m with low-profile dock brackets |
14 ft. 4.26 m |
3 × 209.75 in. L × 45 in. W × 15 in. D 3 × 5.33 m L × 1.14 m W × 0.38 m D |
Published minimum water depth is approximately 22 inches plus the
boat’s draft. Low-profile dock brackets reduce the listed minimum
slip width but do not change the need for a site-specific dealer review.
Final model selection depends on fully loaded boat weight, hull design,
boat draft, slip dimensions, minimum seasonal water depth, dock
configuration and the required flotation-tank arrangement.
Specifications – UltraLift® Models
Available in multiple capacities to match your vessel:
Model | Capacity | Min. Water Depth | Min. Slip Width | Max. Slip Width | Tank Options |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5000-UL2-SW | 5,000 lbs 2,267 kg | 22″ + draft min. water depth 55.88 cm + draft min. water depth | 9′-9″ (9′-4″ with low profile dock brackets) 2.97m (2.84m with low profile dock brackets) | 14' 4.26m | 2 – 200.75" (L) x 40" (W) x 15" (D) 2 – 5.09m (L) x 1.02m (W) x 0.38m (D) |
6000-UL2-SW | 6,000 lbs 2,993 kg | 22″ + draft min. water depth 55.88 cm + draft min. water depth | 9′-9″ (9′-4″ with low profile dock brackets) 2.97m (2.84m with low profile dock brackets) | 14' 4.26m | 2 – 209.75" (L) x 45" (W) x 15" (D) 2 – 5.33m (L) x 1.14m (W) x 0.38m (D) |
7500-UL2-SW | 7,500 lbs 3,402 kg | 22″ + draft min. water depth 55.88 cm + draft min. water depth | 11′ (10′-7″ with low profile dock brackets) 3.35m (3.22m with low profile dock brackets) | 14' 4.26m | 2 – 209.75" (L) x 45" (W) x 15" (D) 1 - 209.75" (L) x 17.5" (W) x 15" (D) 2 – 5.33m (L) x 1.14m (W) x 0.38m (D) 1 – 5.33m (L) x 0.45m (W) x 0.38m (D) |
9000-UL2-SW | 9,000 lbs 4,082 kg | 22″ + draft min. water depth 55.88 cm + draft min. water depth | 13′-6″ (13′-1″ with low profile dock brackets) 4.11m (3.99m with low profile dock brackets) | 14' 4.26m | 3 – 209.75" (L) x 45" (W) x 15" (D) 3 – 5.33m (L) x 1.14m (W) x 0.38m (D) |
Models & Fit Guidance
Typical capacity range: 5,000–9,000 lbs
Minimum operating depth: as little as ~22″ of water plus your boat’s draft (site-specific; your dealer will confirm).
Ideal boat types: fishing boats, smaller pontoons/tritoons, runabouts, and many shallow-draft craft up to ~26'.
Dock compatibility: floating docks, narrow canals (site-specific brackets and layouts available).
Not sure which configuration you need? Your local HydroHoist dealer will measure draft, slip, and water profile to recommend the right tank and bunk setup.
Standard Features of the UltraLift® Shallow Water Series
Engineered for low-water environments;
Extended, impact-resistant polyethylene tanks for shallow applications
All-steel above the waterline for superior corrosion resistance
Push-button controls for quick, reliable cycles
Adjustable bunks to match pontoons, tritoons, V-hulls, and more
Hot-dipped galvanized frame components & Grade-8 hardware
Custom leveling options for variable conditions
Strength You Can Rely On in Shallow Conditions
Like all UltraLift® systems, the Shallow Water model features HydroHoist’s proven above-water steel construction paired with durable polyethylene tanks. This design minimizes corrosion exposure and helps maintain long-term performance—even in environments where lifts are frequently operating near minimum depth.
Push-button controls provide smooth, controlled operation, giving boat owners confidence during every lift cycle.
HydroMate® Control Units
Premium Boat Lift Controls for Smarter, Safer Operation
Take your UltraLift® to the next level with HydroMate® — the control unit engineered for efficiency, safety, and convenience. From solar-powered independence to enhanced GFCI protection, HydroMate® is built to perform in tough marine environments while keeping your family safe on the dock.
Key benefits include:
Seamless solar integration for energy independence
Enhanced safety features with improved GFCI protection
Smart control options with myDockLink™ connectivity
Marine-grade construction built to withstand the elements
Compatible with all UL2 lifts, HydroMate® delivers smoother operation, longer system life, and unmatched peace of mind.
A Lift Matched to the Conditions
More Time Boating When the Water Is Low
“The lake I am on has a variable elevation, and the shallow water lift enables me to go boating when the water is down.”
John F. Sam Rayburn Reservoir, Texas
