• KUNZ RLT | Rim Handling

    KUNZ RLT

  • KUNZ RLT | Rim Handling
  • KUNZ RLT Hubless | Rim Handling

    KUNZ RLT for hubless rims

KUNZ RLT - Rim Lifting Tool

Key Tasks

  • Safe lifting and movement of aircraft rim halves without wheel hubs (hubless wheel halves)
  • Automatic leg extension ensures optimal stability and load distribution during lifting
  • Interlock function secures the wheel half during transport
  • Maximum lift capacity of 125 kg

Overview

The KUNZ RLT has been purposefully designed for the safe and secure lifting of aircraft rim halves.

The RLT Vario version is equipped with a RUD towing eye and can be mounted to any existing hoisting device. While the three legs are retracted, the tool can be easily inserted into the wheel hub. Once lift is applied, the legs automatically extend outwards and fix themselves in position, ensuring optimal stability and perfect load distribution. The feet of the RLT are adjustable to accommodate different wheel hub diameters.

The RLT for hubless wheels comes into place to lift rim halves that are difficult to lift with any conventional lifting device. By perfectly fitting onto the rim and extending arms the RLT is able to grab on an securely lift hubless rims to any place you desire.

Main Benefits

  • Specifically designed for hubless wheel halves – handles what conventional tools cannot
  • Automatic leg extension provides optimal stability and even load distribution
  • Adjustable feet accommodate different wheel hub diameters – no additional adapters needed
  • Interlock function secures the rim half during transport, preventing accidents
  • Compatible with standard hoisting devices and three-point chain hoists
  • Maximum lift capacity of 125 kg
  • Significantly reduces physical strain and risk of damage during rim handling

Precision Rim Handling – Safe, Stable and Damage-Free

Lifting aircraft rim halves safely requires more than a general-purpose tool. The KUNZ RLT was developed specifically for this task, ensuring that every lift is stable, controlled and free from the risk of rim damage or operator injury.

The automatic leg extension mechanism eliminates guesswork and manual adjustments, while the adjustable feet and interlock function provide a secure connection between the tool and the rim half throughout the entire lifting and transport process.

KUNZ RLT legs | Rim Handling
KUNZ RLT legs | Rim Handling

Designed for the Full Range of Aircraft Rim Halves

The KUNZ RLT is compatible with all aircraft rim sizes, thanks to its adjustable feet and self-fixing leg mechanism. Whether used in a high-throughput MRO shop or a lower-volume maintenance environment, the RLT delivers consistent, reliable performance and significantly improves workflow safety and efficiency during rim handling.

Two Variants Available:

RLT Vario: Equipped with a RUD towing eye for use with existing hoisting devices. Three lifting legs to securely grab the rim hub during lifting. Automatic extension of lifting legs upon application of lift.


RLT for Hubless Rims: Adapted to perfectly suit hubless rims. Extendable arms that grab onto the rim and securely hold it in place.

Product Information

Dimensions
Length in mm (in)
430 (20)
Extended length in mm (in)
670 (26.4)
Weight in kg (lb)
5.13 (11.3)
Max. rim hub diameter in mm (in)
260 (10.2)
Min. rim hub diameter in mm (in)
145 (5.7)
Max. carrying capacity in kg (lb)
200 (440)
Dimensions RLT - hubless
Max. carrying capacity in kg (lb)
125 (275.6)
Electrical power requirments
The KUNZ RLT does not require any electricity.

RLT - Vario - Rim Lifting Tool

  • Equipped with a RUD towing eye to be mounted to an existing hoisting device to lift rim halves safely
  • Once lift is applied, the legs will fixate themselves by extending outwards
  • Feet of the RLT are adjustable to cope with different wheel hub diameters

 

RLT - Hubless - Rim Lifting Tool

  • Required to lift wheel without wheel hubs
  • Levers located on the top can be used to activate an interlock function to secure the wheel half during transport
  • Equipped with three lifting eyes for attachment of a three point chain hoist

Part Numbers

KUNZ RLT - Vario - Rim Lifting Tool: 134.2000
KUNZ RLT - Hubless - Rim Lifting Tool: 134.4000

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