Does the R-745 need a large air compressor?

Yes. The bead breaker and turntable are air-driven, so it needs a compressor with enough volume and pressure to cycle repeatedly. A small portable compressor will struggle.

Will it handle alloy wheels without damage?

It can, but the clamps and demounting head contact the rim directly. Use care, keep the head adjusted, and consider rim guards on soft or polished alloys.

What wheels does it cover?

Ranger rates it for passenger-car wheels, spare tires and trailer tires. It is not built for large truck, agricultural or heavy commercial wheels.

What comes in the box?

The machine ships with a wheel kit, an inflation gauge with an integrated air dump valve, a water filter, an oiler/lubricator, a breaker bar and a soap bucket.

Is it worth it over a manual changer?

For anyone doing regular tire work, the pneumatic bead breaker and turntable save substantial effort over bars and a manual bead breaker. For occasional single-wheel swaps, a manual setup may be enough.

The included inflation gauge with dump valve helps with bead seating, but very stiff or tubeless beads may still need a bead seater or extra air volume.

Where can I buy the Ranger Tire Changer Machine With Wheel Kit 20in R-745?

3 stores we checked sell it, including The Home Depot, Advance Auto Parts, Lowe's.

Ranger Tire Changer Machine With Wheel Kit 20in R-745

Q: Where is the Ranger Tire Changer Machine With Wheel Kit 20in R-745 cheapest?

At The Home Depot, for $2,895.00, as of our latest check.

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What reviewers say

Owners of entry-level Ranger changers generally report that the machines do the job on passenger and trailer wheels once set up with a strong air supply. Complaints center on the lack of assist features and on the care needed to avoid marking alloys.

What people mention

Air supplyMixedOwners say the machine performs well only with a strong compressor and steady air pressure.
Bead breakingPraisedThe pneumatic breaker is reported to seat and break beads on passenger and trailer tires without much effort.
Rim protectionCriticisedUsers warn that clamps and tools can mark soft alloy wheels if the operator is not careful.
SetupPraisedBuyers describe assembly and first use as straightforward for an air-driven machine.
Assist featuresCriticisedReviewers note the absence of a helper arm or power assist when working stiff sidewalls.

About the Ranger Tire Changer Machine With Wheel Kit 20in R-745

The Ranger R-745 is a basic tire changer for entry-level tire and wheel service. It is used for rapid wheel service on most types of passenger wheels, spare tires and trailer tires. The model name lists a 20-inch size.

It includes an inflation gauge with an integrated air dump valve, a standard pistol-type design. A water filter, an oiler/lubricator, a breaker bar and a large soap/lubricator bucket are also included.

Type

Tire changer machine

Level

Entry-level

Size

20 in

Wheel types

Passenger wheels, spare tires, trailer tires

Inflation gauge

Standard / pistol type, with integrated air dump valve

In the box

Inflation gauge with air dump valve, water filter, oiler/lubricator, breaker bar, large soap/lubricator bucket