Hunter Engineering launches new diagnostic wheel balancer

April 6, 2016
Hunter's new Road Force Elite is the fastest diagnostic wheel balancer on the market and performs both a traditional balance and Road Force Measurement in less time than it takes to complete a conventional balance.

First previewed at NADA, Hunter's new Road Force® Elite is the fastest diagnostic wheel balancer on the market and performs both a traditional balance and Road Force Measurement® in less time than it takes to complete a conventional balance.

A laser-based machine vision system determines wheel dimensions and wheel runout measurements on the Road Force® Elite to save time, eliminate data entry errors, ensure accuracy and enhance ease-of-use.

The Road Force® Elite is Hunter’s fifth generation design to utilize a loaded roller since the platform was introduced in 1997. The Road Force® Elite load roller applies up to 1,250 lbs. of force against the tire to measure the assembly as it would perform under the weight of the vehicle. Force Matching® guides the technician to index and match the lowest spot on the rim with the stiffest spot on the tire to capture the best possible ride and prevent comebacks.

The load roller also automatically measures lateral force with StraightTrak®, which diagnoses and solves tire pull. Tire conicity can only be measured accurately when the tire is under load, so Road Force Measurement® is a must.

Hunter Engineering Company® is the global leader in alignment systems, wheel and tire service, brake service and inspection lane equipment. Hunter® equipment is approved and used by vehicle manufacturers, automobile and truck dealers, tire dealers and service facilities around the world.

For additional information, visit our website at www.hunter.com or contact Madeline Triplett, Advertising Development Manager, Hunter Engineering Company®, 314-716-0467.

For more information, please contact your local Hunter® representative at www.hunter.com/demos.

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