15 Best Tire Changers

Not all auto repair shops can boast of large rooms that could accommodate all the necessary equipment.The best choice for small workshops is this tire changer, which weighs only 250 kilograms, and this is an absolute record in our ranking.

But do not think that with such dimensions and weight, it will only be able to work with small wheels. On the contrary, the maximum diameter of the serviced wheel here is 1140 millimeters, with a width of 410. This is the best indicator among machines of this type. Otherwise, this is an ordinary tire fitting machine at a very attractive price. Not the best and popular with buyers, but quite decent and high-quality, moreover, from a Russian manufacturer, although it was released in Asia. The best choice for a small workshop where there is no way to place bulky equipment, and you have to save every millimeter of space.

If you are planning to open a car service, and are generally not limited in finances, then this machine will be the best choice. Let's start with the manufacturer. It is the most popular brand of specialized equipment. His homeland is Italy, and assembly and equipment is also carried out there. No outsourcing to China or Taiwan. This is the special "trick" of the company, and their marketing strategy is based on this. In theory, this should justify the high cost, but in fact, the consumer appreciates the presence of a mass of options that you will not find on other machines of this type.

It has everything you need, including explosive tire inflation. Yes, you won’t surprise anyone with it today, but it is far from being present on all machines. Plus to it the special technology of rotation of a bed regulated by the operator. Everything is extremely simple and clear.Optional hoist for lifting large tires and pneumatic drive on all modules. It seems that the engineers tried to cram all their developments here, and they succeeded. True, you will have to pay a considerable amount for such beauty, and it was the price tag that became the reason that this model did not hit the first place in our rating.

Opening a car service, you will surely face the need for serious investments. The equipment is expensive and plentiful, and with a limited budget, there is a need to save money. In the case of tire changers, this model offers such an opportunity, and this is one of the cheapest machines with automatic drive, moreover, from a famous German brand, although it was released in China.

Everything you need is there, and special attention is paid to the little things, such as a pasta container or spare spatulas. The machine weighs only 300 kilograms and, if necessary, can be attached to the floor through special mounting holes. The head is retracted by pressing the pedal, and all controls are extremely simple and intuitive. At the height and technical points, such as the maximum diameter of the serviced wheel of 1040 millimeters. There are practically no complaints about the build quality in the reviews, although some defects are noted, but the manufacturer has excellent feedback and changes everything necessary as soon as possible.

Many tire changers require a high-voltage connection, and for owners of small services, this can be a problem and require additional costs. If you also encountered this problem, be sure to pay attention to this model. First, we have the best-selling brand in front of us. It perfectly combines an affordable price and high build quality, which is made in China, although Russia is the birthplace of the brand.

The power of the machine is only 550 watts, that is, the cost of electricity will be minimal. Although this is an automatic machine, that is, its head is retracted in automatic mode, and not manually. The maximum serviced wheel size is also impressive: 1040 millimeters in diameter and 355 in width. Not the highest result, but for a small workshop that does not serve trucks, it is quite acceptable. True, many note the price. Yes, there are machines on the market that are cheaper than this, but there are also much more expensive ones. But here, high quality and the best assembly are guaranteed, as evidenced by numerous reviews.

Before us is the best tire changer, according to a large number of people. At least, such a feeling develops after studying the reviews on various specialized resources. They praise him for everything, from a completely democratic price tag, although not the lowest, to reliability and durability. This is a product of German production, which fully confirms the stereotype that made in Germany is a priori of high quality.

The equipment is automatic, with a third-hand function. All options work by pressing the pedals, which is very convenient and speeds up the workflow.At the same time, the machine has a very wide range of diameters, that is, it can serve not only cars, but also small trucks. But the disadvantages include the need to connect to a 380 volt line. Yes, the tool is powerful and requires significant energy consumption, but in our rating there are machines that are not inferior in strength and reliability, operating from a conventional 220 volt network.

Manufacturers of tire changing equipment are constantly competing with each other, creating more and more compact and lightweight machines, but at the same time with the maximum range of options. This Russian manufacturer has focused on the dimensions, and we can safely say that this is the most compact form factor on the market. It will easily fit even in a regular garage if it has 380 volts. Yes exactly. A very strange step on the part of the developer to focus on compactness, but at the same time equip the machine with a high-voltage motor.

At the same time, it is completely incomprehensible why he is here.The maximum wheel diameter is 1000 millimeters, with a tire width of 330. Not the best result, allowing only passenger cars to be serviced. You can forget about SUVs and trucks. There is a compressor that produces 10 atmospheres and an explosive pumping function, but the 220 volt engine can handle them quite well. In general, this is quite an ordinary machine, lacking stars from the sky. Convenient in terms of placement, but with a very powerful engine, which is simply not needed here. This was the reason for his falling into not the most honorable place in our rating.

If you are not afraid of the price of 160 thousand rubles, and you are looking for a tire changer with the maximum set of options, be sure to pay attention to this model. This brand is widely known all over the world, and its main feature is completely independent production. All parts, modules and structural elements are made in Italy, and in theory this should indicate the high quality of the product. Judging by the reviews, the way it is, but the machine is not praised for this.

There are just a huge number of options and various nuances that you will not find on other machines. For example, a double squeezing cylinder, which allows gentle handling of the wheel and the machine itself. Or a range of soft pads. Such a machine completely eliminates damage to the wheel rim, and you can not worry about the awkwardness of the operator. There is also a compressor for pumping up as much as 12 atmospheres, as well as a rotary console function that further simplifies the workflow. Simply put, this is the best equipment in its segment, and it has only one drawback that does not allow it to move to the first place in the rating - the price.

The Sorokin brand is well known in Russia and the CIS countries. It produces a huge range of different tools, including tire changers. And they have a lot of competitive advantages. Let's start with the price. This is the best value on the market. There are machines cheaper, but not by much. In addition, all components and modules are made exclusively in Russia, without Chinese interference. Which is not only a rarity in the modern market, but also gives a certain advantage to the owners. For example, any part can be easily bought from the manufacturer or even ordered according to an individual project. The brand has great feedback and a huge number of service centers across the country.

But with the technical aspects there are some shortcomings. For example, the maximum diameter of a serviced wheel is only 39 inches, or 1000 millimeters. That is, a passenger car can be serviced, but SUVs and small trucks are no longer there. But the machine works from a household network of 220 volts and has a spin gain of 2.5 tons. Standard indicator, but requiring energy consumption of one kilowatt.

This machine is the best choice for service owners who do not have an unlimited budget. This is the cheapest model on the market, and at the same time of very high quality and with a lot of additional options. On the specialized sites of this manufacturer, they praise a lot, and especially highlight the reliability and durability of the equipment. Both the bed and moving details are made of strong metal. The machine rarely fails and can withstand the highest loads.

At the same time, it starts from a regular household network of 220 volts, which is especially convenient for those who work in a small workshop or garage. The technical aspects are also excellent. The maximum diameter of the serviced wheel is 1040 millimeters, with a tire thickness of 355 millimeters. Not the best indicator, but for passenger cars it is quite acceptable. There is also a compressor and a pumping gun that produces 8 atmospheres of pressure. But there is no explosive pumping, which is not surprising for a tool in this price category.

Before us is a semi-automatic tire changer that can significantly reduce the physical load of the operator. This was made possible by the introduction of an additional pneumatic lever on the pressure head. Yes, you have to manage it manually, but thanks to one more clamp, it becomes much easier and more convenient to work.

It should also be said about the technical aspects. The width of the wheel placed in the machine is 406 millimeters, and its diameter is 1140. This is the best indicator on equipment of this kind, which allows servicing not only cars, but also small trucks. There is also an explosive inflation option, which allows you to work with low-profile and tubeless tires, that is, in terms of functionality, this is the best option, although not the cheapest. Also, the disadvantages include the need to connect to a high-voltage network. The engine power is very high, and for such machines, connecting to 380 volts is the norm, although some manufacturers still managed to bring their equipment to 220, but you always have to sacrifice something.

Tire changers of this manufacturer are distinguished by the modesty of the working surface. This applies to both small models and equipment for servicing trucks and household equipment. Yes, the machine is large and occupies more than 4 square meters of area. At the same time, the maximum size of the serviced wheel here is only 1600 millimeters with a thickness of 760. Compared to other models in our rating, this is the most modest result, that is, only small cars can be serviced.

But the machine is very light. Its weight is slightly more than 500 kilograms, which, in principle, can hardly be called a competitive advantage, since the movement of such equipment is extremely rare. But the price is able to please, although it can not be called the best. In general, quite a mediocre machine with its own advantages and disadvantages. Not enough stars from the sky, but quite worthy to take a place in your car service.

Chelyabinsk craftsmen are famous for their ability to work with metals. The production of machine tools for various purposes is also at a high level. Before us is tire fitting equipment produced by an industrial giant, and here quality, stability and reliability are felt in everything.

No frivolous broken lines. No composite materials and plastic. Only harsh steel and huge size. There are disadvantages in this, for example, the machine is very large and consumes a lot of energy. So are dignity. The maximum diameter of the wheel is 56 inches, and a multi-stage system is used to fix it, which practically has no analogues from other manufacturers. A variety of hydraulic and mechanical drives make the operator's job as easy as possible, but special attention is paid to quality and reliability. This is the best build and only high quality steel. At the same time, the machine is not the most expensive, as it could be if it were produced by a foreign brand.

If you take up the enumeration of the options available for this machine, you will need a separate article. There are so many of them here. This brand is generally famous for having a large number of features, many of which are not found on other models. For example, here is a self-centering clamping spindle. The physical effort of the operator is minimized here. It should also be noted several locking mechanisms that completely exclude the possibility of arbitrary unclenching of the mechanism.

And all this at the highest level of quality. This is the best machine for servicing trucks and agricultural machinery, and it has only one drawback - the price.It is almost impossible to find equipment in this segment even more expensive, but as noted in the reviews, every ruble spent here is fully justified. Every little thing is thought out, and plus, the manufacturer does not outsource its production. All parts, components and even the frame are made in Italy, which, it is worth noting, is a rarity in today's market.

When working with large wheels, the main difficulty lies in their fixation on the frame. Many machines that are not included in our rating for this reason have a poor retention mechanism, and this factor should be paid attention to in the first place. In this model, this nuance is worked out in the best possible way. The powerful spindle not only securely, but also gently grips the wheel, completely eliminating the possibility of it slipping. It doesn't matter if the wheel has a center hole or not.

The range of diameters mounted on the frame of the wheels is from 14 to 56 inches, with a maximum tire thickness of 1065 millimeters. Not the most impressive result, but quite adequate for servicing trucks and agricultural machinery. Also, the advantages include a movable control panel. At least that's what the manufacturer is focusing on. Although, in fairness, it should be noted that such options are available on almost all machines of this type. At least the ones that made it to our list.

To service large cars and agricultural machinery, special tire fitting equipment is required and the best machine in this category is now in front of us. Firstly, it is the best-selling brand in wide demand. There are a lot of positive reviews about it on specialized sites, and this equipment is praised primarily for reliability and durability. This aspect is especially relevant for large stands, as their cost is very high, as is the cost of maintenance.

The machine is able to bead wheels with a diameter of up to 52 inches and this is already a high figure, but when installing optional modules, the size increases to 56 inches. At the same time, the width of the wheel is 1200 millimeters, which is also a very impressive result. Well, and a nuance that is relevant for such equipment, but which you need to know about - the machine works from a network of 380 volts, and the energy consumption is 2.2 kilowatts, which are necessary both for the operation of the machine itself and for the operation of a compressor that produces 8 atmospheres of pressure .