The tire changer you need depends on the wheels coming through the door. Standard passenger tires on steel rims don't need hydraulic leverless technology—a good tilt back machine handles them fine. But once you're working low-profile, run-flat, or larger performance wheels, a center post tire changer keeps the rim damage-free. Fortisky has five automatic tire changer machines covering general shops through commercial truck operations.
The Lineup
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FTC-1660 – Entry-level tilt back tire changer with dual assist swing arm. 2.0HP motor, bead blaster, turbo blast inflation. The 186-steel cylinder bead breaker is rated for 600,000+ cycles. Four-jaw self-centering turntable with synchronized fine adjustment. Handles run-flat tires. All rim-contact surfaces have protective covers.
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FTC-1670 – Tilt back tire changer with helper arm, turbo blast, and three-point tire push system. 2.0HP motor, 28" rim capacity. Pneumatic tilt-back column with automatic push-pull locking gives more workspace. Central bead pressing system, detachable swing arm head, high-frequency quenched working head. Protective pads on all tire-contact tools.
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FTC-T2 – Leverless center post tire changer with hydraulic control. Integrated column design keeps hook head and pressing wheel synchronized—no metal-to-metal rim contact. Electronic control system auto on/off for energy savings. Simple tire lift system. Hand control bead breaking. Good choice for shops working alloy wheels and run-flats regularly.
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FTC-T8 – High-end leverless center post tire changer. 3.0HP servo motor with stepless speed control, 30" rim capacity. Double pressure wheel design handles all tire types. Automatic inflation with target pressure setting. Hydraulic control throughout for precise, stable operation. Bead blaster included. The touchless tire changer for premium service work.
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FTC-6700 – Heavy duty truck tire changer for buses, commercial vehicles, and light trucks. 4.0HP motor, vertical design, joystick control. Bidirectional mount/dismount head works both ways. Sealed gearbox extends gear life. Adjustable pusher block with gauge positioning. Bead pressing roller with scale alignment. Jaw protectors for aluminum truck wheels.
Specifications
| Model |
Type |
Motor |
Rim |
Key Feature |
Best For |
| FTC-1660 |
Tilt back, swing arm |
2.0HP |
— |
Bead blaster, 600k cycle breaker |
General shops |
| FTC-1670 |
Tilt back, helper arm |
2.0HP |
28" |
Pneumatic tilt-back, 3-point push |
Higher volume |
| FTC-T2 |
Leverless center post |
Hydraulic |
— |
Synchronized hook/wheel, no contact |
Alloys, run-flats |
| FTC-T8 |
Leverless center post |
3.0HP servo |
30" |
Stepless speed, auto inflation |
Premium service |
| FTC-6700 |
Vertical truck |
4.0HP |
— |
Joystick, bidirectional head |
Truck, bus, fleet |
How to Choose
Start with what's on the wheels. Standard passenger tires, steel rims, general service work? The 1660 tilt back tire changer handles it—reliable, long-lasting bead breaker, protective covers keep rims clean. Busier shop or want more convenience? The 1670 adds pneumatic tilt-back and a helper arm for faster workflow.
Working performance vehicles, low-profile tires, or run-flats? Move to leverless. The T2 center post tire changer keeps metal off the rim with hydraulic control and synchronized tooling. High-volume shop doing premium wheels all day? The T8's servo motor, 30" capacity, and automatic inflation make it the go-to touchless tire changer for serious service work.
Commercial trucks, buses, fleet vehicles? The 6700 heavy duty truck tire changer has the power (4.0HP), the reach (bidirectional head), and the precision (joystick control with gauge positioning) for larger assemblies. Jaw protectors handle aluminum truck wheels without damage.
