The Global Pool Products R-450R is a 450-pound-capacity ADA-compliant extended reach pool lift - the highest-capacity model in Global's Rotational Series and the purpose-built solution for pools with wide gutters, raised coping, or deck configurations that require the seat to extend further over the pool edge to place the user comfortably in the water. The R-450R extends up to 35 inches over a gutter, clears obstacles up to 18 inches tall from deck height, and rotates 90 degrees left or right. It is powered by a 24V rechargeable battery with a 4-button hand controller and includes an Emergency Return System that safely returns a stranded user to the raised position in the event of a handset or controls malfunction. Built from 304 stainless steel with a multi-step powder coat finish and marine grade hardware, it ships via UPS Ground and is manufactured in Bad Axe, Michigan by Global Pool Products.
Extended reach - the defining purpose of the R-450R
The "Reach" designation in the R-450R's name refers to its defining engineering feature: the ability to extend the seat up to 35 inches horizontally over a pool gutter from the anchor point on the pool deck. Standard pool lifts position the seat directly above the pool edge when lowering - adequate for pools with minimal coping or gutter profiles. The R-450R is designed for pools where the gutter or coping is wide enough that a standard lift cannot place the user comfortably over the water from the standard anchor position. Commercial pools, older residential pools with wide deck-level gutters, and pools with raised bond beam profiles are the applications where the 35-inch reach extension makes the R-450R the correct lift choice when a standard rotational model would leave the user positioned over the coping rather than the water.
18-inch obstacle clearance - more than the R-350MTR and R-375
The R-450R clears obstacles up to 18 inches tall from deck height during the lift cycle - four inches more than the R-350MTR and R-375 which clear 14-inch obstacles. The additional clearance accommodates taller coping profiles, raised tile ledges, spa walls, and deck edge configurations that exceed the 14-inch clearance of the standard rotational models. For pools where the deck-to-water profile involves a taller obstacle that the R-350MTR or R-375 cannot clear, the R-450R's 18-inch clearance is the relevant specification to confirm against the specific pool geometry before selecting a lift model.
Emergency Return System - safety for handset malfunction
The R-450R includes an Emergency Return System designed for the specific scenario where the handset or controls malfunction while the user is in the lowered position in the water. The system connects the power source directly to the actuator, bypassing the handset and control box, to return the lift to the fully raised position. This provides a means of safe exit from the pool if normal controls become unresponsive during a session - an important safety feature for a high-capacity lift used by individuals who may not be able to exit the pool without the lift. The standard red emergency stop button on the control unit provides immediate halt capability during normal operation; turn clockwise to unlock before use.
90-degree rotation - deck placement designed for the reach application
The R-450R rotates 90 degrees left or right from the pool-deck-facing position. The 90-degree arc is matched to the extended-reach application: where the lift arm extends up to 35 inches over the gutter, a 90-degree rotation from deck to water position provides the correct movement geometry for the extended reach configuration. The 24V battery and 4-button hand controller operate the rotation and raise/lower functions from the seat throughout the full transfer sequence, providing fully independent operation without poolside assistance required.
450 lb capacity extended reach pool lift. Extends up to 35 inches over a gutter. Clears 18-inch obstacles from deck height. 90-degree rotation left or right. Emergency Return System - safely returns user to raised position if controls malfunction. ADA compliant. 24V sealed rechargeable battery with 4-button hand controller. 304 stainless steel with multi-step powder coat finish. Marine grade hardware. UV resistant. Safety seat belt, arm rests, foot rest included. Ships UPS Ground. Lifetime structural warranty. Made in USA by Global Pool Products.
450 lb weight capacity Extended reach - up to 35" over gutter Clears 18" obstacles from deck height 90-degree rotation left or right ADA compliant - lab tested Emergency Return System 24V rechargeable battery 4-button hand controller Seat submerges 18" minimum 304 stainless steel construction Multi-step powder coat finish Marine grade hardware UV resistant Right seat position Ships UPS Ground Lifetime structural warranty Made in USA
✓ ADA compliant - laboratory tested to meet ADA standards. The R-450R meets the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design requirements for pool lifts including minimum 18" seat submersion depth and fully independent user-controlled operation.
ℹ️ R-450R vs R-350MTR / R-375 - three key differences. The R-450R is the extended reach model: (1) extends up to 35" over the gutter - R-350MTR and R-375 do not have extended reach; (2) clears 18" obstacles - R-350MTR and R-375 clear 14"; (3) 450 lb capacity - vs 350 lb (R-350MTR) and 375 lb (R-375). Choose the R-450R for pools with wide gutters, tall coping, or where standard rotational models cannot reach the water from the anchor position. Choose the R-350MTR or R-375 for standard in-ground pools where extended reach is not required.
Specifications
Performance
| Weight capacity |
450 lbs |
| Gutter reach extension |
Up to 35 inches over gutter |
| Obstacle clearance from deck |
18 inches |
| Rotation |
90 degrees left or right |
| Seat submersion depth |
18 inches minimum (ADA requirement) |
| Required installation water depth |
48 inches maximum (ADA) |
| ADA compliance |
Lab tested to meet ADA standards |
Power and controls
| Power source |
24V sealed rechargeable battery |
| Controller |
4-button hand-held (raise, lower, rotate left, rotate right) |
| Emergency stop |
Red button on control unit - turn clockwise to unlock |
| Emergency Return System |
Bypasses handset - returns user to raised position if controls fail |
| Initial charge time |
5-8 hours before first use |
| Charging indicator |
Red = charging, Green = fully charged |
| Battery charging system |
Included |
Construction
| Frame material |
304 stainless steel |
| Finish |
Multi-step powder coat |
| Hardware |
Marine grade |
| UV resistance |
Yes |
| Seat position |
Right |
| Pool type |
In-ground pools and spas with gutter or raised coping |
Installation
| Installation types |
New construction sleeve, retro fit anchor, fixed anchor |
| Deck space required |
36" wide x 48" deep (ADA minimum) |
| Deck slope maximum |
1:48 (ADA) |
| Seat centerline from pool edge |
16" minimum (ADA) |
| Shipping method |
UPS Ground |
Safety and comfort
| Safety seat belt |
Included |
| Arm rests |
Included - raise and lower |
| Foot rest |
Included |
| Emergency Return System |
Included - returns user to raised position if handset fails |
| Low battery indicator |
Audible tone - do not use when sounding |
Rotational Series comparison
| R-350MTR |
350 lb | 360° rotation | 14" clearance | No extended reach |
| R-375 |
375 lb | 360° rotation | 14" clearance | No extended reach |
| R-450R (this listing) |
450 lb | 90° rotation | 18" clearance | 35" gutter reach |
| All models |
ADA compliant | 24V battery | Lifetime structural warranty | UPS Ground |
What's included
R-450R Reach pool lift - 304 stainless steel with powder coat finish
24V sealed rechargeable battery
Battery charging system
4-button hand-held controller
Emergency Return System
Safety seat belt
Arm rests (raise/lower)
Foot rest
Owner's Manual
Available accessories (sold separately): Lift Cover; Extra Battery; Superior Round Sleeve Anchor. Contact us to add accessories to your order.
Why the Global R-450R stands out
35" gutter reach - for pools standard lifts can't serve
The R-450R's defining feature is the 35-inch horizontal reach extension from the anchor point to the seat position over the water. For pools with wide deck-level gutters, wide coping, or raised bond beam profiles where a standard rotational lift positions the user over the coping rather than the water, the R-450R's reach extension is the solution. It is specifically engineered for the pool profiles where the R-350MTR and R-375 are unsuitable.
450 lb capacity - highest in the Rotational Series
At 450 lbs, the R-450R is the highest-capacity model in Global Pool Products' Rotational Series - 100 lbs more than the R-350MTR and 75 lbs more than the R-375. This capacity accommodates the full range of residential users at comfortable headroom above the rated limit, and makes the R-450R suitable for commercial aquatic facilities serving a wide and diverse user population.
18" obstacle clearance - 4" more than standard models
The R-450R clears obstacles up to 18 inches tall from deck height, four inches above the R-350MTR and R-375's 14-inch clearance. Taller coping profiles, raised tile ledges, and spa walls that exceed 14 inches are the specific applications where this additional clearance is the deciding specification. Confirm the pool's actual coping or gutter height against the 18-inch clearance before selecting between the R-450R and the standard rotational models.
Emergency Return System - safety backup
If the handset or controls malfunction while the user is in the water, the Emergency Return System connects power directly to the actuator to raise the lift independently of the normal control path. This provides a reliable exit route for a situation where the user is in the pool and cannot operate the normal controls - an important safety provision for a lift serving users who require the lift to exit the pool and cannot do so independently without it.
ADA compliant - 24V independent operation
The R-450R meets the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design requirements for pool lifts - including minimum 18-inch seat submersion depth and fully independent user-controlled operation from the seat via the 4-button hand controller. The ADA requirements apply to commercial pools and public facilities; for residential installations, ADA compliance confirms the lift meets the most rigorous accessible pool access standard available.
Lifetime structural warranty - UPS Ground - made in USA
The R-450R carries a lifetime warranty on the structural frame - the same class-leading term as the R-350MTR and R-375. Manufactured in Bad Axe, Michigan by Global Pool Products. UPS Ground shipping means no freight carrier scheduling - the lift arrives via standard parcel delivery. Contact us to locate an authorized dealer or to place an order. Global Pool Products does not sell direct.
About Global Pool Products
Made in USA - ADA Compliant - Lifetime Structural Warranty
Global R-450R Reach. 450 lb capacity. 35" gutter reach. 18" obstacle clearance. Emergency Return System.
Global Pool Products is a Michigan-based manufacturer of pool lifts and aquatic equipment, made in Bad Axe, Michigan with a combined staff experience of over a century in the aquatic industry. The R-450R Reach is the extended-reach model in Global's Rotational Series - a 450-lb-capacity ADA-compliant pool lift that extends up to 35 inches over pool gutters and clears 18-inch obstacles for pools and spa profiles that standard rotational lifts cannot serve. Includes Emergency Return System. Ships UPS Ground. Lifetime structural warranty. Global Pool Products does not sell direct - contact us to purchase or locate an authorized dealer near you.
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450 lb capacity - ADA compliant, lab tested to standard
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35" gutter reach extension - for pools with wide gutters or raised coping
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18" obstacle clearance - 4" more than R-350MTR and R-375
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90° rotation left or right - Emergency Return System included
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Lifetime structural warranty - 304 stainless steel - marine grade hardware - made in USA
Documents and Resources
Warranty
Lifetime structural warranty
The Global Pool Products R-450R carries a lifetime warranty on the structural frame covering defects in materials and workmanship under normal use conditions.
Component warranty terms (actuator, battery, and controls) are covered under Global Pool Products' standard lift warranty. See the Warranty Information document above for the full warranty schedule, pro-rated terms, and claim procedure.
The warranty does not cover damage caused by improper installation, misuse, use beyond the stated 450 lb weight capacity, failure to follow the maintenance schedule in the Owner's Manual, or normal wear items. Warranty registration is available in the Owner's Manual. Contact Global Pool Products at 866-712-0606 or sales@globalpoolprod.com for warranty claims and support.
