Seems every time I use a transmission jack, it's just a cumbersome affair, 727 or 883 I usually end up just muscling them in, whether the car is on ramps or a lift,....I'd much rather lift TKO 5spds though, they're only 115 lbs....never did weigh a 727 or 883

For the OP, if you don't muscle "heavy equipment" on a daily basis, you might be better off with a jack, just to be safe.....