Rim-Clamp Swing-Arm Tire Changer for Passenger & Light-Truck Wheels
A homeowner who works on their own cars, an ATV/motorcycle dealer, or a small commercial garage doesn't need a $6K Italian Platinum machine. What they need is a real rim-clamp changer that holds the wheel securely, breaks beads cleanly, and doesn't scratch the rim — at a price that makes sense for the volume.
The Atlas TC221 is exactly that machine. Same parts quality as the popular TC229 (without the built-in Beadblaster), 3-position adjustable jaws for a wide rim range, a 5,500 lb pneumatic bead breaker, and a metal M/D head with replaceable plastic inserts. It handles cars, light trucks, motorcycles, and ATVs (with adapter sets sold separately).
What's Included
- Atlas TC221 rim-clamp tire changer
- Metal mount/demount head with replaceable plastic inserts
- Inflation gun with gauge
- Filter / regulator / lubricator
- 20" tire tool
- Lube bucket with brush
- Large plastic jaw covers + bead breaker shovel cover
- Multiple replacement plastic inserts for M/D head
Made For
Built for the home garage, the small commercial bay, and the powersports dealer that needs accurate, repeatable rim-clamp tire changes without paying for a flagship machine.
- Home garages and serious hobbyists
- Small independent commercial garages
- ATV, UTV, and motorcycle dealerships (adapters sold separately)
- Detail shops and used-car lots
Features
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3-position adjustable jaws — covers 9 3/4 in to 25 1/4 in rim range — fits more wheels.
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Pneumatic clamp jaws — fast, repeatable clamping without manual hand levers.
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5,500 lb bead breaker force — breaks even stubborn rusted beads without rim damage.
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Metal M/D head with plastic inserts — long head life, cheap replaceable consumables.
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Adjustable to motorcycle / ATV wheels — with optional adapter kit.
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110V single-phase, 1 HP table motor — standard shop power, no electrical upgrade.
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Same build quality as TC229 — minus the built-in Beadblaster.
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Plastic jaw covers + shovel cover — protect rim finish during clamping and bead break.
Same Machine as the TC229, Minus the Beadblaster
The TC221 shares its frame, turntable, jaws, bead breaker, and M/D head with the popular TC229. The only difference is the built-in Beadblaster system — if you're not chasing stiff sidewalls or low-profile tires, you don't need it, and the TC221's price reflects that.
Practically, that means if you ever decide you want the Beadblaster, you can buy the TC229 upgrade kit or just step up to the TC229 directly. The skill, the workflow, and the parts inventory all carry over.
3-Position Adjustable Jaws Cover a Wide Range
The TC221's turntable has three slide positions for the clamping jaws, which lets one machine cover everything from 9 3/4 in motorcycle rims (with adapters) to 25 1/4 in internal-locked truck rims. That's the full passenger and light-truck range plus most powersports work.
For an independent shop or a home garage running a mixed fleet, that flexibility means one machine handles the entire vehicle range without needing dedicated specialty changers. The plastic jaw covers protect alloy and chrome wheel finishes during clamping.
The Right Tire Changer for Your Shop
The TC221 is for the shop that needs real rim-clamp changer capability without the Beadblaster premium. Same parts, same build quality, lower price — and an easy upgrade path if you ever change your mind.
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