Abstract: Exemplary embodiments of a lifting apparatus having a hydraulic jack for a lawn mower, ATV, or other similar vehicle are provided. A lifting apparatus can have a base portion, a wheel axle bar having a first end and a second end opposite the first end, a lifting apparatus configured to raise the wheel axle bar, a first wheel saddle connected to the first end of the wheel axle bar, a second wheel saddle connected to the second end of the wheel axle bar, and a hydraulic mechanism configured to raise the lifting apparatus. Foot pedal(s) or other mechanisms can be provided to operate the hydraulic jack to raise or lower the vehicle on the lifting apparatus.