The 1300 Balancer Is the Common Half of These Packages
Every current combo in this collection pairs a Coats 1300 direct-drive wheel balancer with a Coats tire changer. That simplifies the comparison. The 1300 provides automatic 2-D distance and diameter entry and handles the balancing side of the workflow; the tire changer determines how much bead assistance, machine footprint, and tire-changing capability the package brings to the bay.
| Combo family |
Tire changer side |
Main reason to choose it |
| 1300 + MAXX 80 |
MAXX rim-clamp tire changer |
For shops prioritizing the MAXX high-use workflow and a more feature-rich tire-changing station |
| 1300 + MAXX 70 |
MAXX rim-clamp tire changer |
For shops that want the MAXX platform with multiple power configurations represented |
| 1300 + RC-55 |
Compact RC rim clamp with Robo-Arm |
For tighter bays that still need bead assistance for low-profile and run-flat work |
| 1300 + RC-45 |
Compact classic RC rim clamp |
For a straightforward passenger/light-truck tire station where the simpler RC platform fits the workload |
RC-45 vs. RC-55 Combos
RC-45 and RC-55 share the compact 35 by 44 inch RC footprint and a 6 to 24 inch clamping range. The RC-55 adds Coats' Robo-Arm helper device, which presses the bead into the drop center and assists with difficult tire assemblies. If the shop regularly handles low-profile or run-flat tires, that difference is more important than the combo name.
MAXX 70 vs. MAXX 80 Combos
Both packages keep the 1300 balancer constant and move the tire-changing station to the MAXX family. Coats offers MAXX machines in multiple air and electric configurations, with compatible wheel-lift options available for heavy assemblies. Compare the exact MAXX 70 or MAXX 80 configuration in the product grid rather than assuming every package includes the same power option or wheel lift.
Why Buy a Coats Tire Machine and Balancer as a Package?
A combo makes the most sense when a shop is outfitting a tire bay from scratch or replacing both machines at the same time. It keeps the changer and balancer on one purchasing path and gives the technician one equipment ecosystem for wheel service. It is less compelling if the shop already owns a balancer that matches its workload.
Compare the two machines separately before buying the package. The tire changer has to fit the wheel and tire work, and the 1300 balancer has to fit the balancing workload. A bundle does not make either half compatible with an application it was not designed to handle.
Coats Tire Changer and Balancer Combo FAQs
Which wheel balancer comes with these Coats combos?
The current packages in this collection use the Coats 1300 direct-drive wheel balancer. The changer side varies between MAXX 80, MAXX 70, RC-55, and RC-45 configurations.
What is the difference between the RC-45 and RC-55 combo?
The balancer is the same Coats 1300 in both packages. The RC-55 tire changer adds the Robo-Arm helper device, while RC-45 is the simpler compact rim-clamp machine.
Are Coats tire changer and balancer combos available with air or electric changers?
Yes, multiple current packages are represented with air or electric tire changer configurations. Verify the exact product variant and shop utility requirements before ordering because the available power choices differ by changer family.
Is a combo better than buying the machines separately?
It is mainly a purchasing and bay-planning decision. A combo is useful when both machines are needed at the same time and the included changer and 1300 balancer each match the shop's work. Buying separately makes more sense when one existing machine still fits the workload or a different balancer class is required.
Choose the Tire Changer Side of the Package
Because the 1300 balancer is common across this collection, start with the tire changer. Compare RC versus MAXX architecture, assist features, power or air, tire workload, and shop space. If you would rather configure the two stations separately, compare Coats tire changers and Coats wheel balancers. For help choosing the Coats package that fits your bay, contact Garage Supply Guys at (855) 498-2147 or support@garagesupplyguys.com.
