For truck and Jeep owners who want a big off-road-style compressor and a pressure-reading controller for well under VIAIR or ARB money. Take the headline airflow with a grain of salt.
Amazon $129.99
For serious overlanders with 35 in and larger tires, or groups airing up several vehicles, who want the fastest portable air and can justify the price. Most drivers are better served by a single-motor unit.
- Battery clampsPower
- 150 PSIMax pressure
- 174.4 L/minAirflow
- NoAuto shutoff
- 3 yearsWarranty
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- Moves about twice the air of single-motor portables, so big tires fill in half the time
- Runs nonstop all day, even airing up a convoy
- Built-in air tank runs most air tools
- Three-year warranty and tough waterproof case
- Very expensive: about $1,000
- Heavy at 33 lb and needs a strong battery (up to 68.6 A draw)
- No auto shutoff at a set tire pressure
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | CKMTP12 |
|---|---|
| Inflating | |
| Max pressure | 150 PSI |
| Airflow (maker) | 174.4 L/min |
| Auto shutoff | No |
| Duty cycle | 100% (continuous) |
| Power | |
| Power | Battery clamps |
| Power bank | No |
| Build | |
| Air hose | 240 in |
| Light | No |
| Dimensions | 18.8 x 14.0 x 7.3 in (case) |
| Weight | 33 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
Alternatives in this type
For off-roaders who air down and want fast refills on big tires without paying ARB prices. Drivers who only top up car tires should get something smaller.
Smittybilt $229.99For truck, Jeep and SUV owners who air down on weekends and want a proven compressor at a sensible price. Bigger tires or long sessions call for a 400P or 450P.
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