Seven Inches of Lift Without Scraping the Nose: the Race Ramps RR-40
The problem with getting a lowered car in the air is not the lift, it is the first six inches. A steel ramp presents a short steep face, and the front of the car reaches it before the tire does. You end up building a run-up out of plywood, which is exactly as safe as it sounds.
The RR-40 solves it with length. Forty inches of ramp spreads the climb to a 16.7 degree approach, which Race Ramps designs for short nose vehicles, and it still finishes at 7″ of lift. That is two inches more room underneath than their 30″ ramp, on a gentler climb.
Construction is 100% solid high density foam with an anti slip coating. A pair weighs 12 lbs and carries 6,000 lbs. There is no steel to rust into an epoxy floor and nothing to skate forward as the tire loads it, which is the usual reason a steel ramp ends up wedged against a wall.
Sold as a pair, for tires up to 8″ wide. Popular for display at shows as well as service. Compare the shorter 30″ Rally Ramps, or browse all car ramps.
If your car is genuinely slammed, this is not the one. At 16.7 degrees the RR-40 suits a short nose car at or near stock ride height. For a car on coilovers or running a front splitter, the XT climbs at 10.8 degrees and the 72″ two stage opens at 6.8. See all low profile car ramps.
Benefits of the RR-40
| Race Ramps RR-40 Specifications | |
| Manufacturer | Race Ramps |
| Model | RR-40 |
| Sold As | Pair, two ramps |
| Lift Height | 7″ |
| Approach Angle | 16.7 degrees, designed for short nose vehicles |
| Dimensions | 40″ L x 10″ W x 10.75″ H |
| Capacity | 1,500 lbs per ramp | 6,000 lbs per pair |
| Maximum Tire Width | 8″ |
| Weight | 6 lbs per ramp, 12 lbs per pair |
| Material | 100% solid high density foam with anti slip traction coating |
| Colour | Black |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Warranty | 1-year manufacturer warranty | 30-day satisfaction guarantee |
RR-40 Frequently Asked Questions
RR-40 or RR-30, which do I want?
The RR-40 is longer, climbs at 16.7 degrees instead of 16, and finishes 2 inches higher at 7 inches of lift. Take it if you want more room underneath. The RR-30 is the cheaper, more compact option for a stock small sports car.
How low can the car be?
Be realistic about this one. 16.7 degrees is a moderate incline, not a shallow one, and it suits a short nose car at or near stock ride height. A car on coilovers, or one with a splitter, will likely catch. For those, the XT at 10.8 degrees or the 72″ two stage at 6.8 degrees are the right tools. Measure your ground clearance and the distance from the nose back to the front tire, then call us.
Can I use them for a car show?
Yes, and plenty of people buy them for exactly that. The finish is clean matte black and they raise the front of the car enough to show the underside without a jack or stands in the shot. At 6 lbs each they travel easily.
Are they safe to get under?
They are rated at 1,500 lbs per ramp and they do not slide, but no ramp is a substitute for stands if you are putting your whole body under a car. Use them for the jobs they suit, chock the rear wheels, and leave the transmission in park with the parking brake on.
What tire width do they take?
Up to 8 inches of section width. If your front tires are wider than that the tire overhangs the ramp. The XT takes tires up to 12 inches on a 14 inch wide deck.
Questions about fitment? Talk to a Pit Master Auto specialist or explore more options.
European Price and Ordering Information
Price in EUR: €177.87. This price has been converted from the original USD price at the ECB euro foreign exchange reference rate 2026-10-26: 1 EUR = 1.1188 USD (USD to EUR rate 0.8938). Product specifications, capacities and dimensions above are reproduced exactly as supplied by the manufacturer; where US imperial units (lb, inches) are shown, please verify measurements before ordering.
Brand: Race Ramps | Product type: Car Ramp | Model / SKU: RR-40 | Source product page: https://pitmasterauto.com/products/race-ramps-40-inch-sport-ramps-7-inch-lift-rr-40
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Really happy with this purchase. Quality is excellent and delivery was quick.
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