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Crypton Class VII Roller Brake Tester vs Hunter Engineering Hunter SmartWeight Pro (SWP00)
The Crypton Class VII Roller Brake Tester is a mot-approved roller brake tester for heavier vehicles. The Hunter Engineering Hunter SmartWeight Pro (SWP00) is a wheel balancer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Crypton Class VII Roller Brake Tester | Hunter Engineering Hunter SmartWeight Pro (SWP00) | |
|---|---|---|
| Supply | 400V 3-phase, 25A fuse | 208-240V, 3A, 50/60Hz, single phase |
| Max axle weight | 4000 kg | - |
| Max brake force per wheel | 1250 kgf | - |
| Test speed | 2.62 km/h | - |
| Roller diameter | 200 mm | - |
| Roller length | 1000 mm | - |
| Axle width range | 800-2200 mm | - |
| Max control box distance | 12 m from rollers | - |
| Warranty | 3 years | - |
| Max wheel weight | - | 68 kg (135 lbs) |
| Rim diameter range | - | 10-30in |
| Rim width range | - | 1.5-20in |
| Balancing speed | - | 150 rpm |
| Dimensions | - | 1066 x 1549 x 711 mm (base model) |
| Weight | - | 131 kg (base model) |
Sources: Crypton Class VII Roller Brake Tester, Hunter Engineering Hunter SmartWeight Pro (SWP00). Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Class VII Roller Brake Tester if...
A Class VII MOT roller brake tester with a higher 1250 kgf brake force per wheel and longer 1000mm rollers than the Class IV unit, for heavier vehicles at MOT. It tests at a slower 2.62 km/h and shares the same 3-phase supply and 3 year warranty. Suits a garage testing larger vans and light commercials alongside cars.
Full Class VII Roller Brake Tester specifications →Buy or hire the Hunter SmartWeight Pro (SWP00) if...
A wheel balancer with a programmable DC drive and automatic entry for common rim sizes, covering wheels up to 30 inches diameter. It runs from a single-phase supply and is sold in a range of trims with heavier, larger versions for bigger wheels. Suits a fast-fit or tyre bay through a Hunter distributor.
Full Hunter SmartWeight Pro (SWP00) specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Crypton Class VII Roller Brake Tester and the Hunter Engineering Hunter SmartWeight Pro (SWP00)?
The Crypton Class VII Roller Brake Tester is a mOT-approved roller brake tester for heavier vehicles; the Hunter Engineering Hunter SmartWeight Pro (SWP00) is a wheel balancer.
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