Introducing the RAT2318: The Complete Air-Powered Lockbolt Tool Kit for Truck Cab & Trailer Repairs

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Introducing the RAT2318: The Complete Air-Powered Lockbolt Tool Kit for Truck Cab & Trailer Repairs

Introducing the RAT2318: The Complete Air-Powered Lockbolt Tool Kit for Truck Cab & Trailer Repairs

When it comes to truck cab body repairs, trailer maintenance, and everyday heavy-duty fastening applications, technicians need a lockbolt tool that's powerful, lightweight, dependable, and easy to use.

That's where the RAT2318 Complete Truck Cab Kit comes in.

The RAT2318 is a professional air-powered lockbolt installation tool designed for truck repair shops, owner-operators, trailer repair facilities, fleet maintenance departments, and other heavy-duty applications.

Delivering up to 5,500 pounds of pulling force in a lightweight 4 lb. design, the RAT2318 provides the performance needed for common truck cab fasteners without the unnecessary size and weight of larger installation tools.

Built for Real Truck Cab & Trailer Repair Applications

The RAT2318 was designed around the fasteners technicians encounter during everyday truck cab body work.

Whether you're replacing cab panels, repairing a trailer, installing a chrome grille, or completing a sleeper conversion, the RAT2318 gives you one versatile lockbolt installation tool for multiple applications.

Typical applications include:

  • Truck cab body repairs

  • Truck body panel replacement

  • Trailer repairs

  • Fleet maintenance

  • Chrome grille installation

  • Sleeper conversions

  • Commercial truck repair

  • General heavy-duty fastening applications

For owner-operators, independent repair shops, and professional technicians, the RAT2318 provides a simple and dependable solution for common truck and trailer repairs.

One Complete Kit for Multiple Fastener Systems

Having the right tool is only part of the job. You also need the correct nose assembly for the fastener you're installing.

That's why the RAT2318 Complete Truck Cab Kit includes nose assemblies for several of the most commonly used fasteners found throughout truck cab body work.

The kit is equipped to install:

  • 3/16" Magna-Grip® fasteners

  • 1/4" Magna-Grip® fasteners

  • 3/16" C6® fasteners

  • 3/16"–1/4" Magna-Lok® blind fasteners

Instead of purchasing different tools for different applications, technicians can switch nose assemblies and move from one repair to the next using the same RAT2318.

One tool. Multiple fasteners. One complete truck cab solution.

5,500 Pounds of Pulling Power

Don't let the compact size fool you.

The RAT2318 delivers up to 5,500 lbs. of pulling force, providing the power needed to install common lockbolt and structural blind fasteners used throughout truck cab body repair.

This makes it an excellent choice for technicians who need professional pulling power without stepping up to a larger and heavier installation tool.

Key Features

  • Up to 5,500 lbs. of pulling force

  • Lightweight 4 lb. design

  • Air-powered operation

  • Pneudraulic technology

  • Installs up to 1/4" Magna-Grip®

  • Multiple interchangeable nose assemblies

  • Compact design for improved maneuverability

  • Built for professional truck and trailer repair

The combination of pulling power and lightweight construction makes the RAT2318 comfortable to use while still delivering dependable performance.

Compatible with Popular Industry Tooling

The RAT2318 is designed to work with nose assemblies commonly used with popular Huck® and Gage Bilt® lockbolt installation tools, making it easy to integrate into an existing truck repair or fleet maintenance operation.

Compatible tooling includes:

  • Huck® 202

  • Huck® 210

  • Huck® 212

  • Huck® 244

  • Huck® 2025

  • Huck® 229

  • Huck® 230

  • Gage Bilt® 722

  • Gage Bilt® 730

  • Gage Bilt® 731

This compatibility gives technicians greater flexibility when selecting nose assemblies for different lockbolt and structural fastener applications.

For shops already using Huck® or Gage Bilt® tooling, the RAT2318 provides a dependable and cost-effective air-powered lockbolt tool that can fit into your existing setup while delivering the performance needed for everyday truck cab and trailer repairs.

Lightweight Design for Everyday Repairs

A powerful tool doesn't have to be heavy.

At approximately 4 pounds, the RAT2318 is designed to help reduce operator fatigue during repetitive fastening applications.

Its compact design also makes it easier to maneuver around truck cabs, body panels, grilles, sleepers, trailers, and other areas where technicians may have limited working space.

For repair shops installing fasteners throughout the day, that combination of power, weight, and maneuverability can make a noticeable difference.

Air-Powered Pneudraulic Performance

The RAT2318 uses an air-powered pneudraulic system to convert compressed shop air into the hydraulic pulling force required to install lockbolts and structural blind fasteners.

For shops already equipped with compressed air, this provides a dependable solution for everyday fastening work.

Air-powered operation offers several advantages for professional repair environments:

  • Consistent pulling performance

  • No batteries to charge

  • No waiting for batteries between jobs

  • Lightweight tool design

  • Simple operation

  • Ideal for continuous shop use

Connect the RAT2318 to your shop air supply, install the correct nose assembly, and you're ready to work.

Built Around the Fasteners Used in Truck Cab Repair

Different areas of a truck cab can require different fastening systems.

That's why versatility is such an important part of the RAT2318 Complete Truck Cab Kit.

Magna-Grip® fasteners are commonly used for truck cab body panels and other heavy-duty fastening applications.

C6® fasteners are commonly found in chrome grille applications.

Magna-Lok® structural blind fasteners provide a solution for applications where technicians may only have access to one side of the material, including certain sleeper conversion and body repair applications.

By supporting multiple fastener systems, the RAT2318 helps technicians handle more applications with a single installation tool.

Designed for Truck Repair Professionals & Owner-Operators

The RAT2318 is an excellent choice for:

  • Owner-operators

  • Independent truck repair shops

  • Trailer repair facilities

  • Fleet maintenance departments

  • Diesel repair shops

  • Mobile truck repair technicians

  • Commercial vehicle repair facilities

  • Fabrication shops

Whether you're maintaining your own truck or repairing customer vehicles every day, the RAT2318 provides professional lockbolt installation capability in a compact package.

Why Choose the RAT2318?

The RAT2318 was designed to provide the features that matter most during everyday truck and trailer repairs.

You get:

  • 5,500 lbs. of pulling force

  • Lightweight 4 lb. construction

  • Complete truck cab nose assembly setup

  • 3/16" and 1/4" Magna-Grip® capability

  • C6® fastener capability

  • Magna-Lok® blind fastener capability

  • Air-powered reliability

  • Compact and maneuverable design

  • One tool for multiple truck cab applications

For technicians who primarily work with fasteners up to 1/4 inch, the RAT2318 provides an excellent balance between power, weight, versatility, and value.

Why Choose Reliable Air Tools?

At Reliable Air Tools, we specialize in professional lockbolt, rivet, and fastening equipment for the trucking, trailer, transportation, manufacturing, and repair industries.

Our goal is simple: provide technicians with dependable tools that help them complete the job efficiently without paying for more tool than they actually need.

The RAT2318 continues that approach by combining professional pulling power, lightweight construction, and multiple fastener capabilities into one complete truck cab kit.

Ready for Your Next Truck Cab Repair?

If you're looking for a professional air-powered lockbolt tool for truck cab body work, trailer repairs, fleet maintenance, or general commercial truck repair, the RAT2318 is built for the job.

With 5,500 pounds of pulling force, a lightweight 4 lb. design, and nose assemblies for multiple common truck cab fasteners, the RAT2318 Complete Truck Cab Kit gives technicians the versatility they need in one dependable package.

One tool. Multiple fasteners. Built for truck cab body work.

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