Resilient Solid & Pneumatic Forklift Tires

Pneumatic-Type forklift tires are designed for internal combustion lift trucks operating in warehouse, yard, and mixed-surface environments. These tires are available in two primary constructions: Pneumatic Tube-Type (TTF) and Resilient Solid (RS), each engineered for specific operational priorities.

Pneumatic Tube-Type (TTF) Forklift Tires

Pneumatic tube-type forklift tires consist of a tire, inner tube, and rubber liner flap (TTF). These air-filled, bias construction tires provide cushioning and flexibility, allowing forklifts to absorb shock and roll over light debris in both indoor and outdoor environments.

Ply rating (PR) varies by size and indicates load durability. Some sizes may offer multiple ply options such as 14PR or 16PR, with higher ply ratings generally providing increased strength and load handling capability.

Pneumatic tires are widely used due to their versatility and ride comfort. However, like any air tire, they are susceptible to punctures and may require spare tubes or replacement in the event of a flat.

Resilient Solid (RS) Forklift Tires

Resilient solid forklift tires are solid rubber, pneumatic-shaped tires designed to eliminate flats. Mounted to standard forklift rims, RS tires provide consistent performance in environments where downtime from punctures is unacceptable.

Available compound options include:

• Standard Black Rubber — Durable compound suitable for heavy-duty outdoor and industrial use.

• Non-Marking Rubber — Manufactured without carbon black, typically grey, white, or cream in color. Designed for clean warehouse environments and often required in food or sensitive operations.

While resilient solid tires provide flat-proof reliability, they offer a firmer ride compared to air-filled pneumatic tires.

Selecting the Right Tire

Choosing between pneumatic tube-type and resilient solid forklift tires depends on operating conditions, load requirements, floor marking considerations, and downtime tolerance.

Browse available sizes below to view compound options, ply ratings, and fitment details for your forklift.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pneumatic and Solid Forklift Tires

What is the difference between pneumatic and solid forklift tires?
Pneumatic tires are air-filled and provide cushioning and traction for outdoor terrain, while solid resilient tires are flat-proof and optimized for indoor warehouse use without the risk of flats.

Are pneumatic forklift tires better for outdoor use?
Yes. Pneumatic forklift tires absorb shock and handle uneven ground, making them ideal for outdoor surfaces like gravel, asphalt, or rough concrete.

Can I use solid resilient tires outdoors?
Solid resilient tires are best suited for smooth indoor environments, but heavy-duty designs can perform adequately outdoors on firm surfaces where punctures aren’t a concern.

Looking for expert help matching tire size and construction to your equipment? Browse our Complete Forklift Tire Buying Guide for detailed fitment help and comparison tips.

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Pneumatic tires, aka "air" tires, come as tubeless and tube-type tires, and are constructed in different "ply ratings", which is the number of plys of rubber used to make the tire. A higher number of plies result in a more durable tire construction. Most construction of industrial pneumatic tires are bias ply tires, which allows for higher load capacities, vs the more speed friendly radial tires, but we do offer sizes of radial tires for industrial applications. For more options, contact us

Resilient solid tires, aka "solid pneumatic" tires, are solid tires that are pneumatic-shaped, and can replace pneumatic tires on split and lockring wheels. There is usually no need to replace the wheel, but solid resilient tires do require an industrial press to mount. You can buy solid tires on wheels for popular forklifts here. Resilient solid forklift tires are made in pneumatic size variations and compounds like solid rubber non marking tires.

   Missing a lockring? A new resilient tire-type that replaces the lock ring on your wheel is the EZ fit tire. These are for lockring-type wheels but with a Quick Heel so no lock ring is needed. The lockring is built-in to the tire, making the need for a lockring non-existant. These lockring tires are also often called click-type tires, clip-type tires, or lip-type tires. This is because the wheel "clips" on the "lip" of the tire, resulting in a "click" sound. Although it does make it easier for the pressman to mount, these still require an industrial press to install onto the wheel.