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Equip your shop with everything needed to service modern wheels and tires from the ground up. This Ranger R980DP Swing-Arm Tire Changer and DST30P Wheel Balancer combo delivers professional-grade performance at an exceptional value. Whether you're tackling low-profile performance tires, stiff sidewall run-flats, or standard passenger car wheels, this dual-machine package handles it all with precision, speed, and durability. The R980DP features dual assist towers, a high-torque 220V electric motor, and advanced pneumatic bead breaking and clamping, while the DST30P balancer utilizes 64-tooth encoder technology and one-spin accuracy for minimal weight placement and faster floor-to-floor times. Perfect for high-volume tire shops, full-service bays, and independent garages seeking cutting-edge equipment built to last.
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Looking for a tire changer that can handle everything from commuter vehicles to race cars? The Ranger R980DP delivers with dual assist towers that make unseating stiff, low-profile run-flats a breeze. Its centering cone holds the bead in the drop-center for extra protection during external clamping, making it perfect for full-service repair bays and tire shops. With a high-torque electric turntable and foot pedal controls, you're in complete command of every demounting and mounting operation. The 208-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 3-phase motor provides ample power for even the toughest tire configurations, ensuring smooth, efficient operation in high-demand environments.
Rugged construction meets advanced engineering in the R980DP. Its traveling drop-center tool and swing-in bottom helper disc tackle tough sidewalls without damaging tires, while an updated electric motor ensures lasting durability with copper rotors and thermal-cool insulation. Stainless steel and aluminum pneumatic cylinders reduce machine vibrations, and a balanced flywheel minimizes strain for extended equipment life. From easy-to-reach foot pedals to vibration-dampening features, the R980DP is built for long-lasting, efficient performance in any high-demand shop.
The R980DP accommodates wheels with internal rim clamping from 9" to 30" and external rim clamping from 9" to 26", handling maximum tire diameters up to 50". Tire widths from 4" to 15" are supported during mounting, and the pneumatic bead breaker handles demounting widths from 1.5" to 13". The dual pneumatic cylinder table clamping system securely grips wheels with 4 internal/external clamps, ensuring stability throughout the process. The turbo blast bead seating system makes quick work of stubborn beads, while the large soap/lubricator bucket, brush, breaker bar, mount/demount head, and bead lifting tool provide everything you need for professional tire service.
With a sound level below 70dB and an air requirement of 110-175 PSI at 15-25 CFM, the R980DP integrates smoothly into your existing shop setup. The regulator/filter, oiler/lubricator, water filter, and air regulator ensure consistent air delivery for optimal performance. Pedal controls and a tool tray/bin storage keep operations efficient and organized. The rigid fixed/swing arm tower design with double assist tower (standard) offers the versatility and power needed for everything from standard passenger tires to specialty low-profile and run-flat applications.
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The Ranger LS45DS Sonar Wheel Balancer represents the latest innovation in wheel balancing technology, designed to revolutionize the way automotive shops approach balancing jobs. From its advanced sonar measurement capabilities to its precise laser-spot technology, the LS45DS brings a level of speed, accuracy, and user-friendliness that makes it indispensable for high-volume and specialty shops alike. This isn't just another wheel balancer—it's a complete system engineered to maximize productivity, minimize mistakes, and enhance customer satisfaction.
At the heart of the LS45DS lies its revolutionary sonar technology, a game-changing feature that automatically detects the wheel's width without manual measurement. This level of accuracy drastically reduces the chances of improper weight placement, leading to fewer customer returns. For any shop owner, minimizing comebacks is crucial—not only does it save time and resources, but it also boosts customer trust and retention.
Equipped with a 40 mm shaft, the LS45DS accommodates a wide range of tire sizes—from compact passenger vehicles to light trucks. The open-sided hood design allows for broader coverage of tire shapes and sizes, while the ergonomic control board and easy-to-read LED display ensure that operators can work efficiently without confusion or fatigue.
Designed specifically for auto and light truck applications, the Ranger LS45DS handles wheels from 12" to 24" in diameter with ease. Its wheel width capacity ranges from 4" to 20", making it versatile enough to service everything from sports cars to SUVs and pickup trucks. With a maximum tire diameter of 31.5" and a maximum tire weight capacity of 145 lbs., this balancer is built to handle the demands of modern vehicle service.
The LS45DS features multiple balancing modes to suit any wheel configuration: 1 Dynamic, 1 Static, 3 Aluminum Alloy, and 1 Hidden (HID) mode. Whether you're working with steel wheels, custom aluminum rims, or wheels requiring hidden weight placement, this balancer has the flexibility to deliver flawless results every time.
The Ranger LS45DS is packed with smart features designed to save time and reduce operator error. The automatic rolling wheel parameter setting feature eliminates the guesswork from wheel measurement, automatically gathering critical data as the wheel spins. This not only saves valuable time but also minimizes the potential for human error that can lead to incorrect balancing.
For busy shops with multiple technicians, the multi-user save function is a standout feature. This allows each operator to save their preferred settings and recall them instantly, increasing productivity and ensuring consistent results across different shifts and staff members. No more reconfiguring the machine every time a new technician steps up to use it.
The ergonomic control board is intuitively laid out, putting all essential functions within easy reach. Combined with the bright, easy-to-read LED display, operators can quickly input data, read results, and move on to the next job without confusion or delay. The open-sided hood design not only improves visibility but also makes it easier to mount and dismount a wider variety of tire shapes and sizes, from low-profile performance tires to taller light truck tires.
The Ranger LS45DS comes ready to work right out of the box. Every unit includes a comprehensive Starter Kit with everything you need to start balancing wheels immediately:
This means you won't have to scramble to source wheel weights separately—you can begin servicing customers the moment your balancer is installed and calibrated.
Powered by a 220 VAC, 3A, 50/60 Hz, 1 Ph, 0.55kW motor, the LS45DS delivers consistent, reliable performance cycle after cycle. Its working temperature range of 27°F to 82°F (-5°C to 50°C) makes it suitable for shops in a variety of climates, from cold northern garages to warmer southern facilities. This robust construction ensures that the balancer performs reliably year-round, regardless of seasonal temperature fluctuations.
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Wheel Service Equipment Warranty
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Duration: From the date of purchase by the original Purchaser or 24-12 months from the date of shipment by Ranger or whichever comes first.
Two Years (24-Months) Warranty on equipment structure*
One Year (12-Months) Warranty on operating components
One Year (12-Months) Labor Warranty on site or at factory
One Year (12-Months) Free-Shipping* on ground-freight charges related to warranty performance
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*Equipment structure is defined as any non-moving permanently affixed frame or main body, or sub-structures that are non-moving and permanently affixed or attached to any main equipment structure or frame.
**Free-shipping applies to direct shipping points within the 48 continental United States. Rural area shipping surcharge may apply for remote addresses.
***For all Ranger brand tire changers, wheel balancers or brake lathes manufactured on or following 11/1/2011.
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BendPak/Ranger shall have no obligation pursuant to this Warranty with respect to products which in our sole judgment have been altered damaged, misused, abused, badly worn, lost or improperly maintained. This Warranty is null and void if the customer or any other person other than an authorized representative of BendPak/Ranger has made any attempt to service or modify the tool prior to its return to BendPak/Ranger under this Warranty. In no event will either party be liable for any damage caused by the other party's failure to fulfill its responsibilities under these terms and conditions. In no event will either party be liable for any lost profits, lost savings, incidental damage, or other economic consequential damages BendPak/Ranger products are provided and sold as is without any express or implied warranties including warranties of merchantability or fitness for particular purpose. No warranties, expressed or implied, will apply after this period. BendPak/Ranger may modify these terms and conditions at any time by either providing the customer with written notice or posting such revised terms on www.bendpak.com. Such revised terms shall be effective thirty days from the date of such written notice or posting.
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