Hunter HDE13 Heavy Duty Balancer
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Heavy-duty wheel balancer for fleet, municipal and government service bays. Available on Sourcewell 121223-LFT for streamlined agency purchasing: request a quote for pricing, freight and installation lead times.
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Overview
The Hunter HD Elite Heavy Duty Balancer combines advanced diagnostic features from Hunter's Road Force Elite and ForceMatch HD balancers to eliminate wheel-related vibration in heavy-duty assemblies. This precision balancer features a patented laser vision system for touchless wheel measurement, automatic runout detection, and eCal auto-calibration that eliminates manual calibration requirements. The built-in wheel lift handles assemblies up to 500 lbs and 52 inches in diameter, while SmartWeight technology maximizes efficiency and minimizes weight usage. Equipped with an intuitive touchscreen interface, the HD Elite balances faster than traditional balancers while servicing heavy-duty trucks, buses, and light vehicles.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | HD Elite (HDE13 Configuration) |
| Maximum Wheel Diameter | 52 inches |
| Maximum Assembly Weight | 500 lbs |
| Vision System | Patented laser vision system for touchless measurement |
| Calibration | eCal Auto-Calibration |
| Display | Touchscreen interface with 3D graphics |
| Centering | Automatic CenteringCheck® |
| Balance Technology | SmartWeight® technology |
| Wheel Lift | Built-in wheel lift with damper |
| Runout Measurement | Automatic dimension and runout measurement |
| Optional Features | Diagnostic load roller, TDC laser, printer |
| Applications | Heavy-duty trucks, buses, cars, light trucks |
| Manufacturer | Hunter Engineering Company |
Key Features
Laser Vision System
Patented touchless measurement technology automatically captures wheel dimensions and runout, eliminating operator error and providing faster cycle times than traditional balancers.
eCal Auto-Calibration
True self-calibration system requires no operator input, ensuring consistent accuracy without time-consuming manual calibration procedures.
Automatic CenteringCheck
Continuously monitors wheel centering during balancing to reduce setup errors and eliminate the number one cause of improper balancing and customer comebacks.
500 lb Capacity
Built-in wheel lift with damper assists assemblies up to 500 lbs and 52 inches in diameter, providing proper mounting for heavy-duty applications.
SmartWeight Technology
Patented technology delivers better balance, minimizes weight usage, maximizes productivity, and provides more single-weight solutions.
Runout Measurement
Automatically measures wheel and tire runout with every balance, enabling match-mounting to minimize vibration and extend tire life.
Ideal Applications
Frequently Asked Questions
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Eliminate Vibration with Precision Balancing
Contact Liftnow to learn how the Hunter HD Elite can improve your heavy-duty wheel balancing operations with patented technology and automated features.
Related Products
Buying Hunter HDE13 Heavy Duty Balancer for a government or commercial fleet? Liftnow handles the full project on one purchase order: equipment, freight, installation, ALI inspection, and first-year service, with financing available. Request a quote, call 800-543-8669, or email gov@liftnow.com.
One vendor, one PO, full warranty: Liftnow sells, delivers, and installs the lift and passes through the manufacturer’s warranty, with no separate suppliers and installers to coordinate.
See recent public-sector installations in our government project portfolio.
Fleet shops speccing lifts for trucks, fire apparatus, and refuse vehicles can compare capacity, runway, and bay layout in our heavy-duty truck lift guide.
