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Ranger R980XR NEXTGEN™ Swing-Arm Tire Changer & DST30PX Wheel Balancer Combo
Ranger R980XR NEXTGEN™ Swing-Arm Tire Changer & DST30PX Wheel Balancer Combo
The Ranger R980XR NEXTGEN™ Swing-Arm Tire Changer and DST30PX Wheel Balancer Combo delivers a professional wheel service solution for automotive repair shops, tire service centers, and busy garages. Combining the 30-inch capacity R980XR tire changer with the DST30PX digital wheel balancer, this package provides the tire mounting, demounting, and precision balancing capabilities needed for everyday passenger vehicle and light truck service.
Designed for shops looking to upgrade beyond entry-level equipment, this Ranger combo offers an excellent balance of performance, versatility, and value. The R980XR features a space-saving swing-arm design, high-torque electric turntable, and convenient technician controls, while the DST30PX utilizes a 64-tooth magnetic encoder to support accurate wheel balancing and repeatable correction results. Together, these machines create an efficient wheel service workstation without the added complexity of premium automated systems.
Ranger R980XR & DST30PX Combo Features
- Complete Wheel Service Package: Combines a professional swing-arm tire changer and digital wheel balancer for mounting, demounting, and balancing tires.
- 30-Inch Tire Changer Capacity: R980XR provides expanded wheel service capability for compatible passenger cars, pickups, SUVs, and light trucks.
- Space-Saving Swing-Arm Design: Offers familiar operation while helping conserve valuable service bay floor space.
- High-Torque Electric Turntable: Provides dependable rotational power for mounting and demounting tires.
- Reversible Turntable Operation: Allows technicians to control turntable rotation for greater flexibility during tire service.
- Integrated Bead Breaking System: Helps separate tire beads from wheel rims during demounting.
- Adjustable Clamp Table: Accommodates a variety of compatible wheel sizes and configurations.
- Convenient Upfront Controls: Positions essential operating controls within easy reach of the technician.
- Mount/Demount Head: Supports efficient tire installation and removal during routine wheel service.
- DST30PX Digital Wheel Balancer: Provides professional wheel imbalance measurement and correction capabilities.
- 64-Tooth Magnetic Encoder: Supports precise rotational position measurement for accurate balancing results.
- Repeatable Balancing Performance: Helps technicians achieve consistent correction results during daily wheel service.
- Practical Professional Upgrade: Offers expanded tire-changing capability and improved balancing precision without unnecessary equipment complexity.
Ranger R980XR NEXTGEN™ 30-Inch Swing-Arm Tire Changer
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The Ranger R980XR NEXTGEN™ Swing-Arm Tire Changer is designed for dependable daily tire service in professional automotive repair environments. With its 30-inch capacity, the R980XR provides broader wheel service coverage than smaller swing-arm tire changers while maintaining a familiar, technician-friendly operating design.
Its swing-arm configuration helps conserve shop floor space, making it an excellent choice for facilities that need capable tire-changing equipment without sacrificing valuable service bay room.
Equipped with a high-torque electric turntable, reversible rotation, an integrated bead breaking system, adjustable wheel clamps, and accessible controls, the R980XR provides the essential features needed for efficient mounting and demounting operations.
High-Torque Electric Turntable & Reversible Operation
The R980XR features a high-torque electric turntable designed to provide reliable rotational power during tire mounting and demounting.
Reversible rotation gives technicians greater control over the tire-changing process, helping them manage different wheel and tire combinations more efficiently. Combined with the adjustable clamp table and mount/demount head, the turntable provides a practical platform for everyday professional tire service.
Space-Saving Swing-Arm Design
The R980XR swing-arm configuration provides a compact alternative to larger tilt-back tire changers while retaining the functionality required for routine tire mounting and demounting.
This design is particularly beneficial for general repair shops, tire service departments, and smaller commercial garages where equipment placement and efficient use of floor space are important.
Integrated Bead Breaker & Adjustable Wheel Clamping
The R980XR includes an integrated bead breaking system to help separate tire beads from wheel rims before demounting. Its adjustable clamp table secures compatible wheels during service, providing a stable working platform for technicians.
Combined with conveniently positioned controls and a dedicated mount/demount head, these features help streamline common tire-changing tasks and support a more efficient service bay workflow.
Ranger DST30PX Digital Wheel Balancer
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The Ranger DST30PX Wheel Balancer complements the R980XR tire changer by providing accurate digital wheel balancing for professional automotive service applications.
Designed for shops that need dependable balancing performance without the complexity of more advanced premium systems, the DST30PX offers a practical combination of precision, ease of operation, and everyday reliability.
Once a tire has been mounted using the R980XR, technicians can transfer the wheel assembly to the DST30PX to measure imbalance and determine the necessary weight corrections.
64-Tooth Magnetic Encoder for Precise Balancing
One of the key features of the DST30PX is its 64-tooth magnetic encoder, which supports precise rotational position measurement during the balancing process.
Accurate position measurement helps the balancer identify wheel imbalance and supports consistent weight correction results. This makes the DST30PX a valuable upgrade for shops seeking improved balancing precision and repeatability during routine wheel service.
Efficient Tire Changing & Wheel Balancing Workflow
Pairing the R980XR tire changer with the DST30PX wheel balancer creates a coordinated workstation for common wheel service operations.
- Step 1: Use the R980XR bead breaker to separate the tire bead from the wheel.
- Step 2: Secure the wheel on the adjustable clamp table and demount the tire.
- Step 3: Mount the replacement tire using the R980XR tire changer.
- Step 4: Transfer the wheel assembly to the DST30PX digital wheel balancer.
- Step 5: Measure wheel imbalance and apply the required balancing weights.
- Step 6: Verify the balance correction before returning the wheel assembly to service.
This straightforward workflow helps technicians complete tire replacement and wheel balancing services efficiently while maintaining professional service standards.
A Practical Upgrade for Professional Tire Service Bays
The Ranger R980XR and DST30PX Combo is an excellent middle-ground solution for shops that want greater tire-changing capability and precise digital balancing without investing in equipment features they may not need.
The R980XR offers expanded 30-inch tire-changing capacity in a space-conscious swing-arm design, while the DST30PX delivers dependable balancing performance with its precision magnetic encoder.
For general automotive repair facilities and growing tire service departments, this combination provides a professional equipment setup that balances capability, productivity, and overall value.
Ranger R980XR & DST30PX Combo Specifications
- Manufacturer: Ranger
- Package Type: Tire Changer and Wheel Balancer Combo
- Tire Changer Model: R980XR NEXTGEN™
- Tire Changer Design: Swing-Arm
- Tire Changer Capacity: 30 Inches
- Turntable: High-Torque Electric with Reversible Rotation
- Wheel Clamping: Adjustable Clamp Table
- Bead Breaking: Integrated Bead Breaker
- Wheel Balancer Model: DST30PX
- Wheel Balancer Type: Digital Wheel Balancer
- Encoder: 64-Tooth Magnetic Encoder
- Primary Applications: Passenger Cars, Pickups, SUVs, and Compatible Light Trucks
Ideal Applications
- Professional Automotive Repair Shops
- Tire Sales and Service Centers
- General Automotive Maintenance Facilities
- Passenger Car Tire Service
- Pickup Truck and SUV Tire Service
- Compatible Light Truck Wheel Service
- Independent Repair Garages
- Commercial Automotive Service Departments
- Growing Tire Service Businesses
Professional Tire Changing & Balancing Equipment from Ranger
The Ranger R980XR NEXTGEN™ Swing-Arm Tire Changer and DST30PX Wheel Balancer Combo delivers an excellent combination of tire-changing versatility, digital balancing precision, and practical shop efficiency. Featuring the 30-inch capacity R980XR tire changer with a high-torque electric turntable and the DST30PX digital wheel balancer with a 64-tooth magnetic encoder, this package provides the essential equipment needed for professional wheel service.
Whether upgrading an existing tire service bay or equipping a growing automotive repair shop, this Ranger combo offers a dependable solution for handling everyday tire mounting, demounting, and wheel balancing operations.
Compatibility Note: Verify wheel diameter, wheel width, tire dimensions, clamping range, wheel weight limits, and vehicle compatibility against the individual equipment specifications before purchase. Confirm electrical and air supply requirements, installation clearances, and included accessories for both machines. Specialty tire and wheel combinations may require additional equipment or accessories.
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Wheel Service Equipment Warranty
The Best Warranty in the Business - You Have Ranger's Word
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
Limited Warranty
- Who gives this warranty (Warrantor): BendPak/Ranger 1645 lemonwood dr. Santa Paula, CA 93060
- Who receives this warranty (Purchaser): The original Purchaser (other than for purpose of resale)
- What products are covered by this warranty: Any Ranger brand tire changer, wheel balancer or brake lathe***
- What is covered under this warranty: manufacturer defects due to material and/or workmanship with the exceptions noted below
- What is not covered under this warranty:
- Any failure that results from Purchaser’s abuse, neglect or failure to operate, maintain or service product in accordance with instructions provided in the owner’s manual(s) supplied
- And damage caused by overloading lift beyond rated capacity
- Items or service normally required to maintain the product, i.e. lubricants, oil, etc.
- Items considered general wear parts such as rubber or plastic pads/protectors, cutting tips, plastic trays, etc. unless wear or failure is a direct result of manufacturer defect due to material and/or workmanship
- Any component damaged in shipment or any failure caused by installing or operating lift under conditions not in accordance with installation and operation guidelines or damaged by contact with tools or surroundings
- Motor or pump failure caused by rain, excessive humidity, corrosive environments or other contaminants
- Rusted components due to improper maintenance or corrosive environments
- Cosmetic defects that do not interfere with product functionality
- Damage due to incorrect voltage or improper wiring
- Any incidental, indirect, or consequential loss, damage, or expense that may result from any defect, failure, or malfunction of Ranger product
- All electrical components are guaranteed for one year against defects in workmanship and/or materials when the lift is installed and used according to specifications
- Responsibilities of Warrantor under this warranty: Repair or replace, at Warrantor’s option, component which is defective, has malfunctioned and/or failed to conform within duration of the warranty period. Ranger will pay reasonable labor costs for the first 12 months only
- Responsibilities of Purchaser under this warranty:
- Provide dated proof of purchase and maintenance records
- In some cases, components may be required to be shipped to the nearest Ranger Authorized Service Center. Freight costs, after 12-months, must be borne by the Purchaser.
- Use reasonable care in the operation and maintenance of the products as described in the owner’s manual(s).
- When Warrantor will perform repair or replacement under this warranty: Repair or replacement will be scheduled and serviced according to the normal work flow at the servicing location, and depending on the availability of replacement parts.
*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.
Limitation of Liability
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.