Forklift Tyres for Sale: Prices, Sizes and Types Available

Looking for forklift tyres for sale? Choosing the right forklift tyre is important for safety, handling, load capacity and operating costs. Forklifts operate in very different environments, from smooth warehouse floors to rough outdoor yards, so there is no single tyre that is right for every application.

Forklift tyres are available in several different constructions, including solid rubber, solid non-marking, pneumatic, steel band and clip lock tyres. There are also many different sizes available to suit different forklift makes, models and load capacities.

Whether you need a single replacement tyre or tyres for an entire forklift fleet, it is important to match the tyre size and construction to the forklift and the conditions in which it operates.

Forklift tyre prices

Forklift tyre prices vary according to the size, construction, brand and application. Solid tyres, pneumatic tyres and specialised non-marking tyres can all have significantly different prices.

Some popular Landcrown forklift tyre sizes are available for collection at the following prices:

• 8.15-15 Landcrown Standard – R3,210 per tyre
• 7.00-12 Landcrown Standard – R2,307 per tyre
• 6.50-10 Landcrown Standard – R1,756 per tyre
• 6.00-9 Landcrown Standard – R1,373 per tyre
• 5.00-8 Landcrown Standard – R837 per tyre

These are examples of popular sizes and are priced per tyre. Other sizes and tyre types are available, so if you do not see your required size, ask about availability.

Types of forklift tyres available

The correct forklift tyre depends largely on where and how the forklift is being used. The main types include solid rubber, non-marking solid, pneumatic, steel band and clip lock tyres.

Solid rubber forklift tyres

Solid rubber forklift tyres are a popular choice for warehouses, factories, distribution centres and industrial applications. Because they are solid rather than air-filled, they cannot suffer a conventional puncture.

This makes them particularly useful in working environments where nails, metal, broken pallets or other debris could cause repeated punctures.

Solid tyres can also provide a long service life when used on suitable surfaces and within their intended application.

Non-marking solid forklift tyres

Non-marking forklift tyres are designed for applications where black tyre marks on the floor are undesirable. They are commonly used in warehouses, factories and other indoor environments where maintaining clean floors is important.

They provide the puncture resistance associated with solid tyres while reducing the black marks that conventional rubber tyres can leave on certain floors.

Pneumatic forklift tyres

Pneumatic forklift tyres are air-filled and are often used where a forklift operates outdoors or on uneven surfaces. The air inside the tyre provides cushioning and can make pneumatic tyres well suited to yards, construction sites and rougher industrial surfaces.

As with other pneumatic tyres, inflation pressure should be checked regularly. The correct pressure helps maintain handling, load performance and tyre life.

Steel band forklift tyres

Steel band tyres are a type of solid forklift tyre designed for demanding industrial applications. They are fitted to the appropriate wheel assembly and can provide a durable option for forklifts operating in suitable environments.

Because the fitting arrangement is different from a conventional pneumatic tyre, it is important to ensure that the replacement tyre is compatible with the forklift wheel before ordering.

Clip lock forklift tyres

Clip lock forklift tyres use a specific fitting system and are found on forklifts designed for this type of tyre. They are not interchangeable with every other type of forklift tyre.

If you are replacing clip lock tyres, provide the existing tyre size and forklift details so that the correct replacement can be identified.

Popular forklift tyre sizes

Forklift tyres are available in many different sizes. Some of the more commonly encountered sizes include:

• 5.00-8
• 6.00-9
• 6.50-10
• 7.00-12
• 8.15-15

These numbers identify the tyre dimensions, but the size alone is not always enough to determine which tyre should be fitted. Construction, load rating, wheel type and the forklift manufacturer's requirements also need to be considered.

The easiest way to identify a replacement tyre is usually to check the markings on the existing tyre. If you are unsure, take a clear photograph of the tyre markings and provide the forklift make and model when requesting a quote.

How to choose the right forklift tyre

Before buying forklift tyres, consider the following:

• Tyre size: The replacement must be the correct size for the forklift.
• Tyre construction: Choose between solid, non-marking, pneumatic, steel band or clip lock according to the forklift and application.
• Operating surface: Smooth warehouse floors and rough outdoor yards can require very different tyre characteristics.
• Load requirements: The tyre must be suitable for the loads being carried by the forklift.
• Indoor or outdoor use: The working environment can influence whether solid or pneumatic tyres are more appropriate.
• Floor requirements: Non-marking tyres may be preferable where black marks on floors are a concern.
• Operating hours: A forklift working continuously in a busy warehouse may require a different approach to tyre selection than a forklift used occasionally.

If you are uncertain about the best option, supplying the existing tyre size, forklift make and model and details of the working environment can help identify the appropriate replacement.

Should you buy solid or pneumatic forklift tyres?

The choice between solid and pneumatic tyres largely comes down to the operating environment.

Solid tyres are often preferred where puncture resistance, durability and stability are important, particularly on relatively smooth industrial surfaces.

Pneumatic tyres can be a better choice for forklifts operating outdoors or over uneven surfaces where additional cushioning is beneficial.

Neither type is automatically better. The right choice depends on the forklift, the surface, the loads and the conditions in which it operates.

Where to buy forklift tyres

When searching for forklift tyres for sale, price is important, but it should not be the only consideration. Buying the wrong size or construction can result in poor performance, accelerated wear and unnecessary downtime.

For businesses operating forklifts in warehouses, factories, logistics facilities and industrial sites, having the correct replacement tyres available when required can help keep equipment working.

Forklift Tyres SA supplies a range of forklift tyre types and sizes, including solid rubber, non-marking, pneumatic, steel band and clip lock tyres.

Forklift tyre fitting and replacement

Replacing forklift tyres is specialised work and the fitting method depends on the tyre and wheel construction. Solid tyres, for example, require suitable tyre-fitting equipment and should not be removed or installed using improvised methods.

If transporting the forklift to a workshop is inconvenient, mobile forklift tyre fitting can provide a practical alternative. Forklift Tyres SA can provide mobile fitting services, allowing suitable tyre replacement work to be carried out at the customer's premises.

Mobile fitting can be particularly useful for warehouses, factories and industrial operations where taking a forklift out of service for an extended period can disrupt production or logistics.

Buy the right forklift tyres for your application

Whether you need a single tyre or are replacing tyres across a forklift fleet, start by identifying the correct size and construction. Solid rubber, non-marking, pneumatic, steel band and clip lock tyres each have applications where they can provide the right combination of durability and performance.

If you are looking for forklift tyres for sale, contact Forklift Tyres SA with your tyre size, forklift make and model and the type of environment in which the forklift operates.

Popular sizes are available for collection, with other sizes available on request. If fitting is required, ask about mobile forklift tyre fitting to reduce the downtime associated with replacing your forklift tyres.