iDEAL 18' Tilt Deck/Steel Plate Platform Frame Rack - SPECIAL ORDER #FR-77-18
| Model / Part Number | FR-77-18 |
| Type | Steel plate deck frame rack (tilt deck) |
| Deck Length | 18 ft |
| Deck Width | 82.6 in |
| Deck Height | 19.7 in |
| Lifting Capacity (Tilt Deck) | 7,700 lb |
| Pull Force Per Tower | 10 ton |
| Ship Weight | 5,300 lb |
- Level, load-rated concrete shop floor rated for a bolt-down frame machine
- Confirm anchoring/slab thickness against the manufacturer's installation manual before delivery
- Indoor use
- Shop compressed air line, 100–120 PSI, for the two air/hydraulic pumps
- No electrical circuit required — this machine runs on shop air
- Allow clearance for the overhead boom pull tower swing and both pulling towers
- Plan the delivery path for crated freight
- Ships by LTL freight, crated
iDEAL FR-77-18 — 18' Steel Plate Deck Frame Rack
The iDEAL FR-77-18 is an 18-foot tilt-deck, steel plate platform frame rack built for full-service collision repair: pulling, straightening, and measuring unibody and full-frame vehicles on one machine. The deck tilts down to grade for drive-on loading and back up to working height, rated for 7,700 lb with the drive-on ramps.
Two 10-ton pulling towers with telescoping heads ride on adjustable tower collars along the deck, so you can position pull points anywhere along the 18-foot length. An overhead boom pull tower extension adds upward pull angles for roof and pillar work that a deck-level tower alone can't reach.
The universal anchoring system uses adjustable-height pinch weld assemblies to clamp the vehicle's rocker panels directly to the deck, holding the body rigid while you pull. Two high-quality air/hydraulic pumps with pressure gauges power the towers, connected through quick-disconnect hydraulic fittings so you can move a pump between towers without draining lines.
Who It's Built For
- ✅ Collision repair shops running full unibody/frame straightening work, not just cosmetic body repair
- ✅ Shops that need two independent pulling towers working different pull points at once
- ✅ Facilities with shop air (100–120 PSI) already in place — no dedicated electrical circuit needed
What It's NOT Built For
- ❌ Shops that regularly service vehicles longer than 18 feet — see the 20-foot FR-77-20 instead
- ❌ Tight bays without room to swing the overhead boom tower and both pulling towers
Questions about fit, freight, or capacity? Call Alamo at (817) 865-3707.
What Makes the FR-77-18 Different
Two Independent 10-Ton Pulling Towers
Each tower has a telescoping head and rides an adjustable collar along the full deck length, so both towers can be repositioned to pull from any point on the vehicle without moving the car.
Overhead Boom Pull Tower Extension
The boom extension mounts to a pulling tower to add upward and angled pull directions — useful for roof crush, pillar, and header-panel corrections that a deck-level tower can't reach on its own.
Universal Anchoring, Not Vehicle-Specific Clamps
The pinch weld assemblies adjust in height to clamp a wide range of rocker panel profiles directly to the steel deck, holding the body square under pulling load without needing model-specific fixtures.
Includes a Wheel Stand and Dead Vehicle Dolly
The universal wheel stand and dead vehicle dolly are included standard, so you can load a non-running vehicle onto the deck without a separate rolling dolly purchase.
✅ Best For
- ✅ Shops doing structural collision repair on unibody and full-frame vehicles up to 18 feet
- ✅ Two-tech workflows where independent towers pull two points simultaneously
❌ Not Ideal For
- ❌ Vehicles that consistently exceed 18 feet — the 20-foot FR-77-20 has the same tooling package on a longer deck
- ❌ Shops without 100–120 PSI shop air already run to the bay
FR-77-18 vs. FR-77-20 — Which Deck Length Fits Your Shop?
Same pulling-tower package and 7,700 lb capacity on both — the real difference is deck length.
| Decision Point | FR-77-18 (this product) | FR-77-20 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck length | 18 ft | 20 ft |
| Ship weight | 5,300 lb | 6,000 lb |
| Deck width / height | 82.6 in / 19.7 in | 82.6 in / 19.7 in (same) |
| Pulling towers / capacity | Two 10-ton towers, 7,700 lb | Two 10-ton towers, 7,700 lb (same) |
Choose the FR-77-18 if your bay or typical vehicle mix fits comfortably in 18 feet. Choose the 20-foot FR-77-20 if you regularly work on longer trucks or SUVs and want more deck to anchor and pull from. Call (817) 865-3707 if you're not sure which length fits your shop.
Full Specifications — FR-77-18
| Model / Part Number | FR-77-18 |
| Deck Design | Steel Plate (tilt deck) |
| Deck Length | 18 ft |
| Deck Width | 82.6 in |
| Deck Height | 19.7 in |
| Pull Force Per Tower | 10 ton |
| Hydraulic Pressure | 10,000 PSI |
| Required Air Pressure | 100–120 PSI |
| Lifting Capacity (Tilt Deck, w/ Drive-On Ramps) | 7,700 lb |
| Ship Weight | 5,300 lb |
| Included | Two 10-ton pulling towers w/ telescoping heads, overhead boom pull tower extension, two 10' pulling chains w/ hooks, two air/hydraulic pumps w/ pressure gauges, universal wheel stand and dead vehicle dolly |
| Optional Accessories | FR-77-TBK25 Tool Board Kit, FR-PROMEASRKIT Professional Measure Kit, FR-EWINCH Electric Winch, FR-BAGJACK Air Bag Jack |
⚠️ Installation Requirements
- Floor: Level, load-rated concrete shop floor. This is a bolt-down frame machine — confirm slab thickness/anchoring against the manufacturer's installation manual before delivery.
- Air supply: Shop compressed air line, 100–120 PSI, to run the two air/hydraulic pumps.
- Bay footprint: Confirm clearance for the crated deck length plus room to swing the overhead boom pull tower and work around both pulling towers.
- Freight: Delivery within the contiguous 48 states is included in the advertised price.
- Installation: Call Alamo at (817) 865-3707 to coordinate delivery and setup.
Warranty — FR-77-18
The FR-77-18 is covered by Tuxedo Distributors, LLC's published Limited Warranty for Lifts and Wheel Service equipment, which offers two coverage tiers to the original purchaser in the United States and Canada.
| Component | Coverage Term |
|---|---|
| Structural components (Columns, Legs, Tracks, Arms, Carriages, Cross Rails, Uprights, Overhead Beam, Top Rail Beam, Swivel Pins) | 5 years |
| All other parts (materials/workmanship, normal use) | 1 year, parts only (purchaser covers return shipping) |
| Normal maintenance & wear parts | Not covered |
| On-site labor | Not covered |
Warranty is void if the unit has been improperly installed, altered, or not maintained per specification. This Limited Warranty is granted to the original purchaser only and is not transferable. Full terms are in the manufacturer's installation manual, linked above.
Warranty service is coordinated through Alamo — call (817) 865-3707 for assistance rather than waiting on a manufacturer hotline.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions — FR-77-18
Does the FR-77-18 price include shipping?
Yes. The advertised price includes standard freight delivery within the 48 contiguous United States. Additional freight charges apply for Alaska and Hawaii.
What's the difference between the FR-77-18 and FR-77-20?
Both use the same two 10-ton pulling tower package, 82.6 in deck width, and 7,700 lb tilt-deck capacity. The FR-77-18 has an 18-foot deck and the FR-77-20 has a 20-foot deck for longer vehicles.
Does the FR-77-18 need shop air or electricity?
Shop air. It needs 100–120 PSI compressed air to run the two air/hydraulic pumps — no dedicated electrical circuit is required.
What is the FR-77-18's warranty?
Tuxedo backs the FR-77-18 with a 5-year structural warranty plus a 1-year parts warranty to the original purchaser in the US and Canada.
Why Buy the FR-77-18 from Alamo Equipment & Service?
- Freight is included. The advertised price includes standard delivery within the contiguous 48 states.
- We coordinate delivery. Alamo helps confirm delivery details before shipment.
- We help with setup. Alamo can help coordinate professional installation.
- We service it. Questions after delivery? Call (817) 865-3707 — not a manufacturer hotline.
One clear delivered price for customers in the contiguous 48 states.
Shipping follows the method shown on the product page and at checkout. Standard parcel, calculated LTL, freight quotes, included freight, and pickup may apply by item.