Forklift Tire Specs
Forklifts have been an essential tool in industry and commercial businesses since 1917. Throughout its history the forklift has changed through different forms, from a basic tractor with a platform attachment to a particular high-tech machinery. Forklift tires have also changed into specialized tires, with various kinds designed to meet specific functions.
Cushion (Solid) Tires
A cushion tire is made of rubber or solid polyurethane and is suitable for indoor work on smooth surfaces. The cushion tire tread is pressed or binded onto the steel ring of the tire. Cushion tires are rated for different load capacities and for ease of steering. Cushion tires are usually used in warehouse settings.
Pneumatic Tires
Air or foam is used to fill pneumatic forklift tires. They are offered in two types: bias or radial. Depending on the application, they are offered with various tread depths, weight and sidewall protection. Pneumatic forklift tires that are filled with foam maintain constant pressures and are less prone to punctures. Pneumatic tires are usually used outdoors on rough, uneven surfaces.
Pneumatic Shaped Solid/Solid Pneumatic
The comfortable ride that pneumatic tires provide together with the puncture resistance that solid tires provide are the combined features of Solid Pneumatic Hybrid Tires. They are an option to the outdoor pneumatic tire.
Large Rubber and Flotation Tires
Utilized on wheel loader forklifts are large rubber tires which can either be foam, solid or pneumatic. These kinds of tires are suitable for moving and loading bulk objects into processing equipment or onto trucks. Large flotation pneumatic tires are suited for masted rough terrain forklifts commonly used at lumberyards, construction locations and automobile recyclers.