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SALES@FORKLIFTTIRE.COM18x9x12-1/8 Press-On Forklift Tires
Press-on tire for the 12-1/8" press-on hub, available in rubber cushion and polyurethane compounds — all 18x9x12-1/8 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 18x9x12-1/8 options are listed below. Replacing a full set? Matched drive + steer sets save 15% automatically.
Verify exact tire size and fitment before ordering — check the size on your current tire's sidewall. · Warranty-backed · Supplying fleets, dealers & government buyers nationwide.
Tire Specifications
| Overall Diameter | 18 inches |
| Section Width | 9 inches |
| Wheel Fitment | 12-1/8-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):
| 18x9x12-1/8 Position | Shop the Set |
|---|---|
| Drive | Shop 18x9x12-1/8 & 16x6x10-1/2 Sets |
| Drive | Shop 18x9x12-1/8 & 18x5x12-1/8 Sets |
| Drive | Shop 18x9x12-1/8 & 18x6x12-1/8 Sets |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 18x9x12-1/8 mean?
Overall diameter (18 inches) x section width (9 inches) x press-on hub bore (12-1/8 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 18x9x12-1/8 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.
Delivered price shown is per product, plus any applicable sales tax. Save 7.5% when you order 2–3 eligible products available for purchase on this website, or save 15% when you order 4 or more eligible products. Free ground shipping to commercial addresses in the contiguous lower 48 U.S.