Selection Of Right Forklift Tires

Each and every part of forklift is necessary to operate it with efficiency and effectively and to make it safe for workplace. Similarly tires are also one of the most important parts of the forklift. No matter how much good quality of forklift you have, if its tires are not of good quality then this would affect its performance. 


Good performance of any vehicle depends upon its tires. Good tires not only increase your vehicle performance but also dump noise and make smooth running on terrain roads. So selection of right and good quality forklift tires is very important.

There are many types of tires which are especially designed for forklift to increase its longevity and performance, maintain operator safety, and reduce maintenance cost. Common types of forklift tires which are available in markets are;

• Press-on wheels
• Standard wheels
• Polyurethane wheels
• Pneumatic wheels
• Solid wheels

Press-on Wheels

These types of wheels are preferred for indoor operation but are not good for outdoor operation i-e not for terrain roads. These are mostly recommended for electric forklift.

Standard Wheels

These types of tires are normally recommended for outdoor use. These are normally installed in diesel and gas forklift.

Polyurethane Wheels

These are normally used for indoor operation. These are best suited for electric forklift where these provide enough traction which increases their life span.

Pneumatic Wheels

These types of tires are just like heavy duty trucks tires. These are stuffed with air. Their tread is deep and thick. These tires have long lifespan and more durability as compared to other types of tires. St these are best recommended for terrain use.

Solid Wheels

These are just like pneumatic tires except that these are made up from solid rubber. Further these are not filled with air so best suited for out door use and normally not recommended for terrain use. Often these tires leave black mark on the floor as a rubber dust.

These were some common types of tires which are widely used for forklift. Select them according to forklift use whether it is being used as indoor or outdoor operation.