RANGER Remote Systems are a cost-effective way to retrofit manual hydraulic equipment with reliable wireless remote control. Designed for systems with four to six axes of proportional control, RANGER delivers smooth operation, fast response and straightforward installation without hydraulic valve replacement.
Complete retrofit kits include the transmitter, receiver, CAN actuators, wiring harness and mounting hardware needed to convert manual controls to wireless operation.
RANGER makes it easy to modernize manual hydraulic equipment with dependable wireless control while preserving the ability to operate manually.
The package includes electrical actuators that mount to existing valve handles, a plug-and-play receiver, pre-made wiring harnesses and installation hardware. With smooth proportional control, real-time machine data from two-way communication, and redundant backup systems, operators can keep equipment running even if power is lost or a battery dies.
Complete Retrofit System
Includes actuators, receiver, transmitter, wiring harnesses and mounting hardware.
Rugged Construction
Heavy-duty sealed components withstand harsh mobile hydraulic environments.
Easy Repairs
Field-replaceable parts simplify maintenance.
Tether Backup
Continue operating through the included tether cable if the transmitter battery is dead.
Two-Way Communication
Monitor machine status and system information in real time.
Long-Range Performance
Available in 900-MHz and 2.4-GHz configurations with operating ranges from 300 to 2,500 feet.
Custom Branding & Configuration
Customize transmitter graphics, controls and branding to match your equipment.
Every Kar-Tech wireless hydraulic and radio remote control system includes:
RANGER Remote Systems are ideal for:
| Category | Specification | Details |
|---|---|---|
| System | Axes of Control | 4 to 6 axes of variable-speed control |
| Response Time | 0.05 seconds | |
| Included Components | PACKER Series Radio Transmitter, Radio Receiver, 12/24V Linear Actuators, Mounting Hardware Kit, Pre-Made Wiring Harness | |
| Transmitter | Controls | 4 or 6 proportional paddles; winch speed, boom speed, basket levelling/auxiliary, enable, horn, RPM, E-Stop, and three-position power/engine-start keyswitch |
| Form Factor | Belly Pack | |
| Enclosure | High-impact plastic | |
| Operating Temperature | -40° to +185° F | |
| Dimensions | 5.8" H x 9.35" W x 4.85" D | |
| Runtime | Approximately 20 hours between charges | |
| Tether Backup | Included for operation if the battery is depleted | |
| Radio Performance | Frequency | 900MHz |
| Range | Up to 1,000 ft | |
| Communication | Two-Way | |
| Power & Charging | Power Source | NiMH |
| Charging | CAN | |
| Receiver | Enclosure | Sealed polycarbonate |
| Connections | Two plug-and-play front-panel sealed connectors; industry-standard sealed Deutsch connectors | |
| Display | Backlit 2x16 character display with four sealed pushbutton switches | |
| Configuration Interface | RS-232 | |
| I/O Protection | Reverse battery, transient voltage spikes, short circuit, and overload | |
| Actuators | Supply Voltage | 12/24V |
| Communication | CAN-enabled | |
| Force | 90 pounds | |
| Maximum Stroke | 3" | |
| Position Accuracy | 0.01" | |
| Safety | Internal clutch enables freewheeling to center when the joystick is released or power is lost | |
| Environmental | Fully weather-sealed |
