Ranger R980XR NEXTGEN™ Swing-Arm Tire Changer with 25-Inch Capacity
Efficient Tire Changes with Streamlined Swing-Arm Design
Many auto repair shops cater to everyday commuter cars, pickups, and SUVs, known for their tires and wheels that are relatively straightforward to handle, requiring minimal additional features. Specialty tools become more essential when dealing with aluminum wheels, run-flats, and low-profile tires. For those shops seeking a compact and efficient solution for basic tire changes, the R980XR stands out. Designed to be flush against the wall, it saves space, and its non-marring duck heads are suitable for a wide range of wheels. Whether as a primary machine or backup to a more advanced model, the R980XR is a reliable choice.
Performance-Oriented and Durable Design
Each R980XR tire changer incorporates the latest design and wheel service technology, delivering optimal value and performance in its category. The robust motor and gearbox operate systematically at controlled speeds, facilitating easy tire removal and installation. Ergonomic controls are thoughtfully positioned to minimize unnecessary movements, enhancing productivity and profitability. The tire changer includes spacious trays for convenient storage of wheel weights, tools, and accessories.
Electric Turntable for Swift Tire Changes
The R980XR models feature a high-torque electric turntable to expedite tire changes. With adjustable speeds and reversible direction, the turntable ensures efficient handling, especially for low-profile and run-flat beads, minimizing the risk of tire damage.
Innovative Bead-Breaker Design
Equipped with a powerful pneumatic drop-center tool, the R980XR reduces the effort needed for tires with tougher sidewalls. The "swing-in" bottom disc aids in loosening stubborn bottom beads or offering support for wide/heavy tires. The electric motor has been upgraded for improved performance, incorporating proven technologies such as rugged copper rotor construction, high-quality bearings, and durable rolled steel frames.
User-Friendly Controls and Enhanced Features
The controls are conveniently placed for easy access, promoting efficient and comfortable operation. Stainless steel and aluminum pneumatic cylinders contribute to reduced machine vibration and extended operational life. A balanced flywheel minimizes vibration and stress on machine components.
Adjustable RimGuard™ Wheel Clamps and TurboBlast™ Bead Seating
Ranger's exclusive RimGuard™ wheel clamps, made from high-quality hardened steel, expand up to 30" and feature multi-teeth jaws for quick tire changes. The TurboBlast™ bead seating system uses a powerful blast from an attached hose to assist in seating stubborn beads.
Comprehensive Accessories and Sealed Electrical Components
The tire changer comes with various accessories, including a soap bucket, brush, plastic wheel protector kit, bead-breaker blade boots, and specialized mount/demount head covers. Sealed electrical components ensure protection against dust and contaminants.
Advanced Drive Belt System and Foot-Controlled Tire Inflator
The R980XR's drive belt has convex sidewalls for even wear distribution and efficient operation over the years. A spring-assisted tool shaft and foot-controlled tire inflator add to the convenience and functionality of this tire changer in intense shop environments.
Ranger DST-2420 Dynamic Wheel Balancer
The enhanced Ranger DST2420 wheel balancer now accommodates wheels up to 30 inches in diameter. This reliable, no-frills balancer boasts our advanced Digital Sensor Technology, ensuring precise reliability and repeatability. Whether in a single-bay shop or a high-volume tire store, the DST2420 is crafted for enduring toughness, consistently delivering perfectly balanced wheels day in and day out. It features our proven Direct-Axis drive system, guaranteeing accuracy to within hundredths of an ounce for vibration-free wheel balancing.
The DST2420 automatically computes the exact weight required for optimal balance on nearly every tire and wheel combination, displaying the results with bright LED indicators in just six seconds. With a comprehensive range of time-saving features, including Dynamic, Static, and Performance Alloy settings, this balancer effortlessly handles OEM and performance wheels with efficiency and speed.
Digital Sensor Technology:
Our highly accurate Digital Sensor Technology incorporates a 16-digit digital signal processor and single-chip technology, enhancing productivity and offering unparalleled speed and accuracy—especially crucial for advanced balance and weight placement techniques required by modern high-tech OEM and aftermarket wheels.
Single-Chip Circuit Board Architecture:
Utilizing single-chip circuit board architecture provides inherent advantages in performance and reliability compared to multi-chip implementations. This design not only reduces overall latency but also significantly increases device throughput. A rapid, dedicated hyper-transport protocol enables data communication with the micro-processor at exceptional speeds, resulting in unmatched integration of features and lower power consumption.
Multi-Directional Quartz Piezoelectric Load Sensors:
The DST2420 employs highly precise dual-component piezoelectric quartz load sensors combined with a single digital rotation encoder to measure longitudinal, transversal, and shear effects for multi-directional force unbalance detection. These sensors, known for their sensitivity and long-term stability, deliver virtually unlimited service life, while their high rigidity quartz crystal ensures high-frequency detection in all three measured directions.
Features:
Quick and Precise Set-Up:
Multi-size center cones and a full rubber perimeter no-mar "Quick-Nut" bell adapter expedite wheel mounting, minimizing the risk of costly wheel damage.
Mounting Cone Package:
The DST2420 tooling package includes standard car and light truck cones, along with a heavy-duty truck cone and spacer ring. This comprehensive package covers three automotive and light truck cones—1.75" - 2.75", 2.75" - 3.50", and 3.50" - 4.25"—and one truck cone 4.50" - 5.00".
Weight Optimization:
The DST2420 automatically calculates the minimum weight needed for optimal balance, resulting in cost savings and increased profitability.
Wheel Graphic Interface:
The touch-pad display panel features tire and wheel assembly graphics, simplifying speed data entry and guiding technicians through balancing procedures. Operator function keys are labeled with easy-to-read icons for streamlined operation.
R980XR NEXTGEN™ Swing-Arm 25" Tire Changer Features:
- Wheel Clamping Method (Adjustable Clamps)
- Table Clamping System
- Bead Breaking System
- Tool Holder
- Inflation Gauge With Integrated Air Dump Valve
- Inflation Pressure Regulator/Limiter
- Water Filter
- Oiler / Lubricator
- Air Regulator
- Breaker Bar
- Large Soap / Lubricator Bucket
- Brush
- Alloy-Steel Mount/Demount Head
- Plastic-Polymer Mount/Demount Head
- Tower Design
- Inflation Restraint Device
- Bead Seating System
- Tool Tray / Bin Storage
- Motorcycle Turntable Clamps
DST-2420 Wheel Balancer Features:
- Highly precise 64-bit architecture and single‐chip technology.
- Precision DataWand™ and inner data set arm for quick and automatic entry of wheel parameter settings in less than three seconds.
- Serpentine poly-V belt with a polyester-aramid fiber composite core for resistance under extreme conditions.
- (1) Dynamic, (2) static, (1) standard alloy, and variable alloy setting for precise weight placement.
- Automatic rolling wheel parameter setting for time-saving and error reduction.
- Low RPM balancing speed and rapid six-second cycle time.
- Automatic braking.
- Gram/ounce selection and millimeter/inch selection.
- Audible alarm and LED indicators for exact weight amounts and positioning.
- Tiered weight placement indicators for hidden weight placement techniques.
- Wheel restraint pedal for securing wheels at precisely 12-o’clock.
- LED inner wheel target light for illuminating the rim's interior.
- Manual or automatic start when the hood is lowered.
- Self-calibration function.
- High-volume top weight tray and side shelf storage.
- Precision-machined, hardened-steel 36-mm shaft (ACME thread 30-degree 3-P).
- Quick-release hub nut for reduced set-up times.
- Side cone storage pegs for convenient mounting cone access.
- Open-sided hood design for coverage of various tire shapes and sizes.
- Wheel Weight Starter Kit included, featuring free samples of Ranger steel wheel weights.
- Includes one bulk roll of 100 silver adhesive steel tape weights and one bulk roll of 100 black adhesive steel tape weights, along with a starter box of mixed clip-on steel weights.
