“Because there are so many different wheel types on the road, we know that it is important to have tools that can meet the needs of our customers, whether they are replacing run flats, low-profile tires or light truck tires,” said Kevin Jones, Rotary Wheel Service Product Manager. 

Rotary stated that its new R1200 Leverless Pro tire changer is designed to "solve some of the common challenges faced by modern stores today" and to help technicians change high-performance tires and rims more easily.

“Because there are so many different wheel types on the road, we know that it is important to have tools that can meet the needs of our customers, whether they are replacing run flats, low-profile tires or light truck tires,” said Kevin Jones, Rotary Wheel Service Product Manager.

"Over the years, we have received feedback from stores on what tire changers need and want, and R1200 provides these insights. From synchronization arms, automation features and ergonomics to wheel lifting and leverless removal tools, the R1200 aims to Helping technicians to complete their daily work more easily."

Features include a quick-locking, adjustable center column that provides three different height options. Rotary officials said that technicians can choose “the height that best suits each tire, which will help increase productivity and efficiency, and reduce changes in injury”.

The R100 Leverless Pro can handle wheels up to 30 inches in diameter, 19 inches in width, and tires with a maximum diameter of 47 inches.

The machine uses "patented, pneumatic, high-strength, polymer-modified installation/removal tools, and is equipped with a wheel lifter as standard. The speed changer is also equipped with a variable speed control that allows the operator to determine the speed at which the tire rotates. It has a slower rotation Speed ​​options can provide more control and help avoid damage to dedicated rims and tires.

"The double bead rollers of the changer can easily separate the tires from the wheels. Each bead roller can be used independently or fully synchronized with the arm. This eliminates the need to use a camera or mirror to check the position of the tire."

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