Product highlights
- Dual Assist Arms on the Changer
- 186-Steel Bead Breaker Cylinder
- Rim Protection at Every Contact Point
Fortisky 1660-8823 Combo 26" Swing Arm Tire Changer & 2D Laser Balancer
SKU: 1660-8823
$2,649.00
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This tire changer and wheel balancer combo pairs the Fortisky FTC-1660, a semi-automatic swing arm machine with dual assist arms, with the FWB-8823 2D laser balancer. Both run on 110V single-phase, so a standard shop panel handles the pair.
The FTC-1660 clamps 10 to 22 in outside or 12 to 24 in inside, and its 186-steel bead breaker cylinder delivers 5,512 lb of force. Upper and lower assist rollers pin the bead in the drop center, providing the support a stiff run-flat sidewall needs on a swing arm machine.
The FWB-8823 is the half that changes your workflow: pull the measuring ruler to the rim and the 2D system reads distance and diameter on its own, close the guard and width fills in, then a laser and LED light mark exactly where the weight goes. It reads to ±1g in 7 seconds and takes rims to 30 in.
Features
Dual Assist Arms on the Changer
Upper and lower roller arms hold the bead down in the drop center during mounting. Stiff run-flat and low-profile sidewalls stay where they are put instead of springing back over the working head.
186-Steel Bead Breaker Cylinder
The bead breaker cylinder is 186 steel, delivers 5,512 lb of force. That is a wear component.
Rim Protection at Every Contact Point
Plastic protection covers the bead breaker blade, turntable claws, and working head, and the head geometry is shaped for stiff sidewalls. The places the machine touches a wheel are the places Fortisky armored.
Hard Chrome Head on a One-Piece Chuck
The working head is hard chrome, high-frequency quenched for wear resistance, and the chuck is machined from one piece for rigidity. Neither should deform over years of clamping cycles.
Turbo Blast Bead Seater
The included turbo blast fires a burst of air to seat stubborn beads, the usual sticking point with wide and low-profile tires. The 2.0 HP motor and self-centering four-jaw turntable with synchronized clamping handle the rotation.
2D Data Entry with Laser Placement
Pull the FWB-8823's measuring ruler to the rim edge and a linear grating scale reads distance and diameter automatically; lowering the guard fills in width. After the 7 second spin the wheel auto-rotates to the balance point and a laser with LED fill light marks exactly where the weight goes. Manual parameter entry, and its typos, leave the process entirely.
ALU-S and Full Mode Set
STD, STA, ALU 1, ALU 2, and ALU-S modes cover steel wheels through custom alloys. ALU-S hides adhesive weights behind spokes on custom wheels, keeping show wheels clean at ±1g precision.
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Specifications
| Rim Clamping (Outer/Inner) | 10-22 in / 12-24 in |
|---|---|
| Max Tire Diameter | 41 in (1,040 mm) |
| Max Tire Width | 15 in (380 mm) |
| Bead Breaker Force | 5,512 lb (2,500 kg) |
| Motor | 2.0 HP |
| Power | 110V 1-phase or 220V 3-phase |
| Air Requirement | 116-145 PSI (8-10 bar) |
| Weight | 485 lb (220 kg) |
| Rim Size | Up to 30 in |
|---|---|
| Max Wheel Diameter | 39 in (1,000 mm) |
| Max Wheel Weight | 165 lb (75 kg) |
| Balancing Precision | ±1g |
| Measurement Time | 7 seconds |
| Power | 110V / 60Hz / 1-phase |
| Air Requirement | None |
| Weight | 251 lb (114 kg) |
Installation Requirements
Space
The tire changer needs a 44 x 30 in footprint plus clearance for the swing arm; allow 20 in around the balancer. Both want a level, solid floor. Combined weight is approximately 736 lb.
Electrical
Both machines run on 110V single-phase, with separate circuits recommended. The tire changer is also available in 220V three-phase.
Compressed Air
The tire changer requires 116 to 145 PSI (8 to 10 bar) shop air for the bead breaker and turbo blast. The balancer needs no air.
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Call (855) 498-2147Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from the FWB-70B combo?
The FWB-8823 adds 2D automatic data entry (no manual parameter input), laser-guided weight placement with an LED fill light, smart auto-rotate to the balance point, and the ALU-S spoke-hiding mode. It also takes larger, heavier wheels: rims to 30 in and 165 lb versus 24 in and 143 lb on the FWB-70B.
What vehicles can this combo handle?
Passenger cars, crossovers, SUVs, and light trucks. The tire changer clamps 10 to 24 in rims and the balancer accepts rims up to 30 in, which covers larger SUV and truck wheels.
How does the automatic data entry work?
Pull the measuring ruler to the rim edge and a linear grating scale reads distance and diameter automatically. Lower the wheel guard and width calculates on its own. No manual input.
What does the laser do?
It pinpoints where the balance weight goes, and the built-in LED fill light keeps the spot visible in any shop lighting. No guessing and no repositioning.
What is ALU-S mode?
A mode that hides adhesive weights behind the spokes of custom alloy wheels. It works with a range of spoke configurations, keeping weights out of sight on show wheels.
What air compressor do I need?
The tire changer requires 116 to 145 PSI (8 to 10 bar) from a standard shop compressor with adequate CFM for the bead breaker and turbo blast. The wheel balancer requires no compressed air.
Have a question we didn't cover? Call (855) 498-2147 and our team will help.
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