16x5x10 1/2

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16x5x10-1/2 Press-On Forklift Tires

Press-on tire for the 10-1/2" press-on hub, available in rubber cushion and polyurethane compounds — all 16x5x10-1/2 options below.

 
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Rule of thumb: mostly-indoor on concrete → rubber cushion. Clean floors + maximum tread life → polyurethane.

Rubber Cushion

Smooth ride on concrete, cut-resistant, lowest cost.

Standard Indoor Choice

Polyurethane

Non-marking, longest wear on hard floors. Made in USA.

Clean-Floor & High-Cycle

▼ All 16x5x10-1/2 options are listed below. Replacing a full set? Matched drive + steer sets save 15% automatically.

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Tire Specifications
Overall Diameter 16 inches
Section Width 5 inches
Wheel Fitment 10-1/2-inch press-on hub
Steel Press-On Ring ~3/8" bonded band (industry standard)
Installation Requires hydraulic press equipment

Hub diameter is measured across the wheel bore, not the overall wheel width.

Polyurethane Options — SPS vs. Hyload

SPS (Soft Ride) — softer 85A durometer compound with enhanced shock absorption. Preferred where the forklift crosses between indoor and occasional outdoor surfaces.

Hyload — harder 98A durometer compound with higher load capacity and the longest tread life. Best for heavy-duty, smooth-floor warehouse work.

Matched Drive + Steer Bundle Sets

Matched drive + steer sets for this size — each link opens that combination (4-piece sets: 2 drive + 2 steer, 15% auto discount):

16x5x10-1/2 Position Shop the Set
Steer Shop 16x5x10-1/2 & 18x6x12-1/8 Sets
Steer Shop 16x5x10-1/2 & 18x7x12-1/8 Sets
Steer Shop 16x5x10-1/2 & 18x8x12-1/8 Sets
Steer Shop 16x5x10-1/2 & 21x7x15 Sets
Steer Shop 16x5x10-1/2 & 21x8x15 Sets
Frequently Asked Questions

What does 16x5x10-1/2 mean?

Overall diameter (16 inches) x section width (5 inches) x press-on hub bore (10-1/2 inches).

Should I choose rubber cushion or polyurethane?

Rubber cushion is the standard for most indoor applications and costs less. Polyurethane is non-marking and lasts significantly longer in high-cycle, hard-floor environments, but rides harder and performs best on smooth, flat surfaces.

Do I need special equipment to install a press-on tire?

Yes. Press-on tires are installed with a hydraulic press that presses the bonded steel band onto the wheel hub. Most operations have this done by a local tire service or dealer.

Is 16x5x10-1/2 a drive tire or a steer tire?

It depends on the forklift model — see the matched bundle sets on this page for the drive and steer combinations this size appears in.

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