Ranger R980AT Tyre Changer

The tyre fitting machine built for busy workshops

When you're dealing with tight schedules and tough tyres, you need a machine that makes the job easier, not harder. The Ranger R980AT is designed to handle challenging tyres like run-flats and low profiles tyres with ease so you can focus on getting more cars back on the road.

Do more with less space

The R980AT saves an impressive amount of space, making it ideal for small or cramped workshops. Because it utilizes a swing-arm design and doesn't tilt back, it can be installed flush against a wall. An assist tower will help with stiffer sidewalls, run-flats and other low-profile tyres. 762 mm clamping ability.

Handles the tough jobs

Stiff sidewalls, oversized wheels and run-flat tyres are no problem for the R980AT. It's built to take on the tyres others can't.

Simple to operate

With its intuitive controls and smart design, you can get tyres on and off quickly without wasting time or effort.

Keeps your workflow moving

The R980AT is fast and efficient, helping you handle more cars in less time without sacrificing quality.

Built to last

Made for daily use in high volume shops, it's tough, reliable and ready to work as hard as you do.

Why it matters

Your workshops reputation depends on doing great work, and great work starts with reliable equipment. The Ranger R980AT makes tyre changes faster, easier and safer so you can deliver top service every time.

Don't let outdated equipment hold you back. Upgrade to the Ranger R980AT tyre changer today and see how it can transform your workflow.

Because the right tools don't just get the job done, they make your job easier.

Power assist tower

The swing-arm on the R980AT is one of this tyre changer’s most useful features. When dealing with run-flats and stubborn beads, the power assist tower will safely secure the edge of the tyre, moving along with the activated turntable. The bead will almost always seat without a struggle. Try this on a stubborn bead without the swing-arm, and you’ll be at it for a while, wasting your precious time.

Electric turntable

A high-torque electric turntable efficiently spins tyres to seat or remove beads. With reverse-direction foot pedal controls, you’re in total charge of your tyre changing operation. The turntable is the only electrical component in the tyre changer (everything else is air-powered), and it requires very little support or maintenance over time.

Travelling drop-centre top-mount helper / swing-in bottom helper disc

Tough sidewalls? No problem. A traveling drop-center tool makes changing tyres easy. Ranger tyre changers offer increased safety and efficiency, and the drop-center tool is essential to the entire operation. A swing-in disc can also help loosen beads by using safe pneumatic power that won’t damage your tyres.

Updated electric motor

Ranger motors have it all: rugged copper rotor construction, high-quality bearings, thermal-cool epoxy insulation and durable rolled steel frames.

Upfront controls

Foot pedal controls make for hands-free operation of the turntable, and all pneumatic locks and switches are easy to reach.

Stainless steel and aluminum pneumatic cylinders

To ensure a low-friction environment, steel and aluminum cylinders work together to reduce machine vibrations. End-of-stroke cushioning protects seals, wear bands and pistons bands from excessive forces, prolonging the life of the tyre changer.

Balanced flywheel

Balanced flywheels also help reduce vibrations in your equipment. The less stress on your machine, the longer it lasts.

Bead-breaker design

The bead-breaker’s speed is significantly increased due to our included bilateral pneumatic accelerators. They’re just as effective in reverse too! The cylinder won’t react if moisture is detected in the air. This eliminates any chance of rust or corrosion due to condensation or extreme humidity. A multi-axis, adjustable blade permits multi-angle tyre capacity, while the large, dual-flange axle prevents the blade from flexing or failing.

Enhanced bead-breaker blade

Your Ranger tyre changer features a powerful bead breaker ​blade that won’t stress the rest of the machine as it breaks beads, and it returns smoothly when it detaches from the tyre. This smooth return reduces shock loading and wear on the cylinders.

Multi-function mount and demount head

An equi-dimensional, hardened alloy steel mount and demount head assists tyre beads during all tyre changer operations. Protective plastic covers ensure steel never contacts the wheel, protecting custom and high-performance wheel types at all times. A 100% polymer head is also interchangeable with the steel head.

Pneumatic control valves

Industrial-grade, 45-micron, pneumatic control valves feature die cast and machined bodies constructed from zinc and aluminium. High-performance polyurethane seals and self-lubricating Teflon® piston guides help make your tyre changer stronger and longer-lasting. Valve plungers feature muffled extrication ports that blow away dirt and other contaminants each time the valve goes into the release position.

Adjustable RimGuard™ wheel clamps

Ranger’s exclusive RimGuard™ wheel clamps come standard on the R980AT tyre changer, and this massive turntable allows them to expand ​762 mm. Dual multi-tooth jaw sets permit internal and external clamping, and the vertical-mount design reduces the time you spend on each tyre.

Easier bead lubrication

Your R980AT tyre changer has a geometric tabletop that makes bead lubrication fast and easy to inspect.

Simple foot-pedal control

No heavy, rusted-out cast-iron foot pedals here! Forged steel is long-lasting, lightweight, durable and won’t corrode over time. The snap-action pedals immediately return to starting positions when released. The pedals’ high responsiveness prevents tyre tears and considerably speeds up operations. Multi-link rod connections support non-binding plunger movement and better bilateral control.

Pneumatic tubing

High-pressure polyurethane pneumatic tubing is outfitted with a seamless bore for better flow rates. The tyre changer also benefits from high abrasion resistance, high burst tolerance and maximum kink resistance.

TurboBlast™ bead seating

Ranger’s TurboBlast™ bead seater is a Ranger tyre changer exclusive. It simply forces air into tyres with stubborn beads, seating them quickly when simple inflation won’t do the trick. A nylon discharge barrel has a locking tab that sits right on the edge of the rim. This design makes it easy to aim and control the intense air burst.

Maintenance-free gearbox

You’ll enjoy your tyre changer’s hands-off gearbox. It never needs maintenance and has a massive oil and grease reservoir for improved heat dissipation and component lubrication. Internal baffles and a constant seating stress flange gasket assure positive, leak-free venting. Also to your benefit, Ranger prefers precision helical gears in our tyre changers instead of loud, clunky spur gear transmissions.

Standard wheel service accessories

Get more with your tyre changer purchase. We include a soap bucket and brush, plastic wheel protector kit with turntable jaw covers, bead-breaker blade boots, specialized mount/demount head covers and a hardened steel tyre iron and bead lever tool.

Sealed electrical components

None of the electrical terminals, auxiliary switches or motor enclosures are left unprotected. Dust and other shop contaminants are kept out too. The internal cavity of your tyre changer will always be clean—another way we extend the life of your equipment.

Advanced drive belt system

The R980AT has a drive belt that evenly disperses wear and improves belt support. Flex-bonded cords and flex-weave covers keep away oil, heat and other contaminants that threaten the efficiency of the machine.

Spring-assisted tool shaft

A 45 mm spring-assisted hexagonal vertical tool shaft and hardened-steel horizontal outrigger support arm ensure the mount-demount tool head remains stable and precisely aimed.

Foot-controlled tyre inflator

Inflate tyres without lifting a finger. The tyre changer features a sure-grip clip-on valve chuck on the inflation hose (for hands-free operation), and an air pressure dump valve lets you release air from the tyre.

R980AT Features

Air Requirement 140 - 165 psi (10-11 BAR)

Wheel Clamping Method

4 Clamps - Internal / External

Table Clamping System

Dual Pneumatic Cylinders

Bead Breaking System

Pneumatic Blade / Dual Settings

Power Assist Towers

Single Assist Tower

Tool Holder

Manual Lock

Inflation Gauge With Integrated Air Dump Valve

Inflation Pressure Regulator/Limiter

Water Filter

Oiler / Lubricator

Air Regulator

Breaker Bar

Large Soap / Lubricator Bucket

Brush

Tower Design

Rigid Fixed / Swing Arm

Bead Lifting Roller(s)

Single Lifting Roller

Alloy-Steel Mount/Demount Head

Plastic-Polymer Mount/Demount Head

Upper Bead Assist Roller

Travelling Drop-​Centre Hold Down Device

Inflation Restraint Device

Bead Seating System

Turbo Blast / Bead Seating

Tool Tray / Bin Storage

R980AT Specifications

Style: Fixed Tower Design

Assist Type: Single-Tower Assist

Speed: Standard

Motor: 3 HP (220 VAC 50-60 HZ)

Drive System Type: Electric / Air

Air Requirement: 140-165 PSI (10-11 BAR)

Wheel Clamping Method: 4 Clamps - Internal / External

Table Clamping System: Dual Pneumatic Cylinders

Bead Breaking System: Pneumatic Blade / Dual

Tower Design: Rigid Fixed / Swing Arm

Power Assist Towers: Single Assist Tower

Bead Lifting Roller(s): Single Lifting Roller

Bead Seating System: Turbo Blast / Bead Seating

Internal Rim Clamping Capacity: 254 mm - 762 mm (10” - 30”)

External Rim Clamping Capacity: 229 mm - 711 mm (9” - 28”)

Turntable Tyre Width Capacity (Mounting): 102 mm - 457 mm (4” - 18”)

Bead Breaker Tyre Width Capacity (Demounting): 38 mm - 406 mm (1.5” - 16”)

Maximum Tyre Diameter: 1,270 mm (50”)

Shipping Weight: 363 kg (800 lbs.)

Warranty

Two Years (24-Months) Warranty on equipment structure*

One Year (12-Months) Warranty on operating components