Solid Pneumatic Forklift Tires
Solid pneumatic forklift tires are typically used in industrial and commercial applications where there is a lot of debris. This type of tire cannot be punctured by nails, screws, etc. which makes it a great option for scrap yards and construction sites.
As the name suggests, solid pneumatic tires are made out of solid rubber and come in all the same sizes as the pneumatic tires. Our solid pneumatic durable and almost indestructible tires can last you an extremely long time increasing their value when compared to others.
Pneumatic Forklift Tires
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- ECLAT Forklift Tire - Aggressive tread design, steel reinforced base, and low heat build-up properties make the ECLAT Tires an excellent value
- General Service Solid Pneumatic - Works well in various applications, available in 2-stage & 3-stage construction with steel in the beads to eliminate spinning on wheels
- Solid Solver Forklift Tire - Premium line, we strongly suggest this tire if chipping and chunking is of concern
Solid Tires Vs. Air Tires
Solid Pneumatic Forklift tires, also known as Pneumatic Shaped Solid Tires, come in all the same sizes as the pneumatic tires except that they are solid. Solid pneumatics as with all tires come with tradeoffs.
Advantages compared to pneumatics:
- Reduced downtime on equipment
- Flat proof as they have no air
- Stability of equipment is improved
- No chance for unequal tire pressure
- Last 2 to 3 times longer than Pneumatics
- Improved safety as no rapid air loss is possible
- Improved carrying capacity
Disadvantages compared to pneumatics:
- More maintenance on equipment from harder ride
- Consume more fuel as they are harder to roll
- Driver fatigue
- Possible wheel breakage
- Need Specialized equipment to install
For help with specific questions or choosing the right tire for your application, contact us at 713-514-0000.