The Wielander + Schill WS Roller wheel (WS Roller wheel) is a professional piece of workshop equipment specifically designed for the servicing and maintenance of vehicles. This high-quality tool enables the extremely easy and safe movement of motor vehicles within the workshop, especially when the wheels are already removed or when the vehicle needs to be positioned in tight spaces. The 25-inch diameter (Ø 25″) roller wheels offer an ideal solution for increasing workshop efficiency and reducing physical strain.
The WS Roller wheel belongs to the Wielander + Schill service and workshop equipment category and serves for the precise, smooth movement of vehicles. The product is essentially a robust, heavy-duty rolling unit that can be attached to the vehicle's underbody or hub (with the help of accessory adapters), allowing the vehicle to be moved across the workshop floor with minimal effort.
Main Advantages:
Easy Maneuverability: Enables lateral or even 360-degree rotation of the vehicles in tight spaces, which is critically important in modern, crowded service workshops.
Robust Construction: The product line is characteristically made from durable materials, guaranteeing a long service life even with intensive industrial use.
Moduláris Kompatibilitás: Can be expanded with a wide range of adapters and accessories (e.g., carts for storing different bolt circle (CB) rims and wheels), making it adaptable to almost any vehicle type.
Professional Level: The product targets the professional automotive sector where speed and precision are essential.
The specifications for the WS Roller wheel (HV172) are as follows:
| Parameter | Value | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Product name | WS Roller wheel | Roller wheel |
| Part number | HV172 | |
| Diameter (Ø) | 25 inches (approx. 635 mm) | Dimensions of the roller wheel |
| Category | Service and Workshop | |
| Application | Moving vehicles without wheels |
The maximum flexibility of the WS Roller wheel is ensured by the available accessories, which allow adaptation to different vehicles and optimization of storage.
To attach the roller wheels to the vehicle (usually in place of the wheel hub), special steel rims are required that match the vehicle's factory bolt circle (CB).
| Accessory Part Number | Description | Main Features |
|---|---|---|
| HV159 | Steel flange with 5/6 bolts, CB: Ø 87.1 mm | A suitable adapter ring is required for spin mode. |
| HV158 | Steel flange with 4/5 bolts, CB: Ø 74.1 mm | A suitable adapter ring is required for spin mode. |
| HV162 | Steel flange with 5 bolts, CB: Ø 110 mm | For SUV and VAN types. A suitable adapter ring is required. |
| HV165 | Steel flange with 6 bolts, CB: Ø 108 mm | For SUV and VAN types. A suitable adapter ring is required. |
Important note: When using the above flanges, the following is required to activate spin mode and stabilize the wheel: HV155 Adapter Ring is also required.
The roller wheel can be converted so that the vehicle can not only be pushed but also rotated in place.
HV155 Adapter Ring with 5/6 bolt fastening: This ring can be mounted on the steel flange (HV159), enabling spin mode and stabilizing the wheel. The scope of delivery includes the fastening screws. Diameter: Ø 185 mm.
HV156 Corner pieces with bolt (M8 × 55 mm, 12 pcs/pack): These elements are required to convert the WS Roller Wheel into roll mode.
To maintain order in the workshop, dedicated trolleys for Wielander + Schill roller wheels are also available:
HV160 Large Trolley (Trolley for WS Roller-Spinner | large): Suitable for storing 8 WS Roller Wheels.
HV161 Small Trolley (Trolley for WS Roller-Spinner | small): Suitable for storing 4 WS Roller Wheels.
The WS dolly wheel is the ideal choice in the following service environments:
Body Repair: It enables precise positioning of damaged vehicles before and after the paint booths or repair stations.
Chassis & Brake Repair: When wheels need to be removed, it makes the vehicle easily movable during the work process.
High-Traffic Workshops: In larger workshops where space-saving and quick regrouping are essential.
SUV & Van Repair: With the special, larger diameter rims (HV162, HV165), even heavier vehicles with longer wheelbases can be moved safely.
This product reflects Wielander + Schill's commitment to efficient, safe, and professional vehicle repair technologies. The HV172 dolly wheel, supplemented with the appropriate adapters, becomes an essential tool for every modern vehicle service.
