Portable heavy vehicle brake testing capability for roadside inspections, fleet operations, and temporary testing sites across New Zealand.
EquipSpecs supplies and supports the Ryme Worldwide FRU 9, a fully portable roller brake tester designed for accurate, repeatable brake performance testing without permanent installation.
Engineered for mobile inspection providers, fleet operators, and regional workshops, the FRU 9 enables heavy vehicle brake testing at multiple sites in a single day.
What is the FRU 9 Portable Roller Brake Tester?
The FRU 9 is a portable heavy vehicle roller brake tester designed to deliver professional brake performance analysis without civil works or fixed installation.
Using precision strain-gauge measurement technology and high-traction rollers, it provides reliable brake force data suitable for:
- Pre-COF inspections
- Fleet preventative maintenance
- Roadside heavy vehicle checks
- Regional and temporary inspection sites
Unlike fixed brake testing lanes with integrated load simulation, the FRU 9 focuses on portability, rapid deployment, and operational flexibility.
For fixed COF inspection lanes requiring lifting-bed load simulation, see the FRU 4 or FRU 15 roller brake testers.
Key Features of the FRU 9 Portable Roller Brake Tester
Performance & Capacity
- Supports axle loads up to 18 tonnes
- High-traction rollers for commercial vehicle testing
- Accurate left/right brake balance analysis
- Ovality and weight measurement
Portability & Deployment
- Fully portable roller brake tester
- No permanent installation required
- Transportable by light vehicle
- Tear-drop aluminium access ramps for increased safety
- Rapid setup without specialised tools
- Ideal for testing multiple sites in one day
Operational Flexibility
- Suitable for workshops without fixed brake testers
- Designed for NZ fleet operators and roadside service providers
- Electronic control console with professional SMRW software
- Compatible with heavy vehicle and selected 4×4 testing applications
Technical Data and Dimensions
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Maximum load per axle | 18 tonnes |
| Roller dimensions | 1,135 × 150 mm |
| Distance between rollers | 430 mm |
| Test speed | 2 km/h |
| Engine power | 9 kW with brake |
| Measurement range | 0 – 40 kN |
| Coefficient of friction | 0.8 dry / 0.6 wet |
| Power supply | 3 × 400 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Dimensions | 4,800 × 930 × 210 mm |
| Weight | approx. 1,350 kg |
Ideal Applications in New Zealand
The FRU 9 portable roller brake tester is particularly suited to:
- Mobile heavy vehicle inspection services
- Fleet operators conducting in-house brake checks
- Regional workshops without fixed COF lanes
- Temporary inspection stations
- Roadside heavy vehicle compliance support
Its portable configuration makes it ideal for operations requiring flexibility and deployment across multiple locations.
Demonstration Video
Downloadable Resources
Frequently Asked Questions – FRU 9 Portable Roller Brake Tester
The FRU 9 supports axle loads of up to 18 tonnes.
No. It is fully portable and does not require civil works or fixed mounting.
Yes. Its portable configuration allows deployment at multiple sites per day, making it well suited to roadside and regional heavy vehicle testing.
Yes. EquipSpecs supplies, commissions, and supports the FRU 9 throughout New Zealand.
Related Roller Brake Testing Solutions
Expand Your Heavy Vehicle Brake Testing Capability
EquipSpecs supplies and supports the Ryme Worldwide FRU 9 portable roller brake tester throughout New Zealand.
Talk to our team to discuss your operational requirements or request pricing.