BendPak Released DST30PX Wheel Balancer
The new equipment is designed to handle larger wheel assemblies and heavy aftermarket tires in automotive shops.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Trucks
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BendPak Ranger Division has launched the DST30PX, a wheel balancer specifically engineered to manage heavy wheel assemblies. The device is built to support larger tires and aftermarket configurations that exceed standard shop equipment limits.
Why it matters
Automotive repair shops require specialized tools to handle the increasing size of modern OEM wheel assemblies and heavy aftermarket truck tires. This machine provides the necessary reinforcement and sensor precision to safely balance these larger loads.
The DST30PX supports tires up to 43 inches in diameter and wheels up to 30 inches. It utilizes a 40 mm shaft, a 16-bit processor, and completes a floor-to-floor cycle in 6 seconds.
The players
BendPak
BendPak is a manufacturer of automotive service equipment, including lifts, wheel balancers, and tire changers.
The details
Featuring an open-side hood design, the unit allows wider tires and aggressive offsets to slide into the machine for processing. It is ETL-certified for safety standards in the United States and Canada, utilizing quartz piezoelectric sensors and a 64-tooth magnetic transducer encoder to convert rotary position into digital signals.
Timeline
BendPak introduced the DST30PX wheel balancer on October 13, 2026.
Roadmap
This launch reflects the automotive industry shift toward accommodating larger, heavier aftermarket wheel assemblies common on modern trucks. It positions BendPak to better serve shops that are increasingly challenged by the physical limitations of legacy balancing equipment.
Shop owners and mechanics can expect better capability to service heavy-duty aftermarket tires without the risk of equipment overloading. This standardization helps ensure consistent balance quality for vehicles equipped with larger tire diameters.
The takeaway
The DST30PX highlights the necessity for specialized, high-capacity tools as consumer vehicle trends shift toward larger and heavier wheel configurations. Operators should verify that their existing shop infrastructure can accommodate the 145-pound weight capacity of the new balancer.
Further reading
Learn more about evolving equipment standards in our Trucks section.
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