Forklift Tire Size Chart — 50 Most Common Models by Brand

Looking up the tire size for your forklift shouldn't require a phone call to a dealer. This guide covers the 50 most common forklift models in the United States with verified drive and steer tire specifications — so you can identify your tires and order replacements in minutes, not hours.

Every specification in this guide was verified against manufacturer data and cross-referenced with independent tire fitment databases. If your model isn't listed, call us at 1 (866) 313‑2180 and we'll look it up for you.

Toyota Forklift Tire Sizes

Toyota is the most popular forklift brand in the United States. The 8-series (8FGCU, 8FGU) is the current generation, but 6-series and 7-series models are still widely in service. All three generations use the same tire sizes within each capacity class, so the chart below applies across model years.

Toyota Cushion Tire Models

These sizes are commonly used on certain Toyota cushion forklifts. All cushion tires are available in black rubber and non-marking rubber compounds.

Toyota Pneumatic Tire Models

These sizes are commonly used on certain Toyota pneumatic forklifts. Available as air pneumatic with inner tube or solid resilient (flat-proof) construction.

Hyster Forklift Tire Sizes

Hyster is one of the most widely used forklift brands in North American warehouses. The XM series and the newer FT series share the same tire sizes at each capacity level. The S-prefix models are cushion tire forklifts; H-prefix models are pneumatic.

Hyster Cushion Tire Models

These sizes are commonly used on certain Hyster cushion forklifts.

Hyster Pneumatic Tire Models

These sizes are commonly used on certain Hyster pneumatic forklifts. Available as air pneumatic (with inner tube and liner flap) or solid resilient construction.

Yale Forklift Tire Sizes

Yale forklifts are part of the Hyster-Yale Group (NMHG). Yale cushion models use a slightly different steer tire size than Hyster — the 16-1/4 inch diameter steer is a defining characteristic of most Yale cushion forklifts. The GC prefix indicates gas/LP cushion; ERC indicates electric cushion.

Yale Cushion Tire Models

These sizes are commonly used on certain Yale cushion forklifts. The "R", "RF", "RG", and "ZG" suffixes indicate generation — all share the same tire sizes within each capacity class.

Yale Electric Cushion Models

Clark Forklift Tire Sizes

Clark has one of the longest model histories in the forklift industry, with model designations spanning from the C-series through the current GCX and CGC lines. Tire sizes are generally consistent within each capacity class, though older C-series models sometimes use slightly different sizes than current production.

Clark Cushion Tire Models

These sizes are commonly used on certain Clark cushion forklifts.

Caterpillar Forklift Tire Sizes

Caterpillar forklifts include both the newer GC/GP series and the legacy T-series (Towmotor). The GC prefix indicates gas/LP cushion, GP indicates gas/LP pneumatic, and EC indicates electric cushion. The older T-series Towmotor models use the same tire sizes as their GC/GP equivalents at matching capacity levels.

Caterpillar Cushion Tire Models

These sizes are commonly used on certain Caterpillar cushion forklifts.

Caterpillar Pneumatic Tire Models

These sizes are commonly used on certain Caterpillar pneumatic forklifts. Available as air pneumatic (complete with inner tube and liner flap) or solid resilient construction.

Nissan Forklift Tire Sizes

Nissan forklifts are now sold under the UniCarriers brand (part of Mitsubishi Logisnext). Many Nissan cushion models use 16-1/4 inch diameter steer tires, similar to Yale models at the same capacity level.

Komatsu Forklift Tire Sizes

Komatsu forklifts use the FG prefix for gas/LP models. The ST suffix indicates cushion tire configuration, while T indicates pneumatic.

Crown Forklift Tire Sizes

Crown is best known for electric forklifts and narrow-aisle equipment. Their FCTT series uses cushion tires similar in size to other manufacturers' IC cushion models.

Mitsubishi Forklift Tire Sizes

Raymond Forklift Tire Sizes

Raymond specializes in narrow-aisle and reach truck equipment. Their 4250 series is one of the most common stand-up reach trucks in warehouse operations.

Raymond reach trucks use specialized drive tires and load wheels. For Raymond drive tires, load wheels, caster wheels, and steer wheels, browse our industrial wheels catalog or call us at 1 (866) 313‑2180 for assistance.

Daewoo / Doosan Forklift Tire Sizes

Daewoo forklifts are now manufactured under the Doosan brand. The G-series pneumatic models are common in outdoor and mixed-use applications.

Linde Forklift Tire Sizes

Linde is a European manufacturer with a growing presence in North American warehouses. Linde pneumatic models often use larger tire sizes than comparably-rated American and Japanese brands.

How to Read Forklift Tire Sizes

Forklift tires use two main sizing conventions depending on the tire type. Understanding these formats helps you confirm the correct replacement tire before ordering.

Cushion Press-On Tire Sizes

Cushion tires follow the format OD × Width × ID — outer diameter, tread width, and inner (rim) diameter. All measurements are in inches. For example, a 21x7x15 tire has a 21-inch outer diameter, 7-inch tread width, and fits a 15-inch hub. Some sizes include fractions, such as 18x6x12-1/8, where 12-1/8 means the inner diameter is 12 and one-eighth inches.

Pneumatic Tire Sizes

Pneumatic tires follow the format Width × Rim Diameter, such as 7.00x12. Some sizes have two equivalent names using different conventions — for example, 8.15x15 and 28x9-15 refer to the same tire. The ply rating (e.g.,) indicates load capacity. When ordering pneumatic air tires, make sure to include the inner tube and liner flap.

Where to Find Your Tire Size

The easiest place to find your forklift's tire size is printed on the sidewall of the tire itself. If the tire is too worn to read, check the forklift's data plate — usually located on the dashboard or near the mast — which lists the model number. You can then look up the tire size using the charts on this page.

Frequently Asked Questions

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If your forklift model isn't listed above, or if you want to confirm the correct tire size for your specific unit, our team can help. We maintain a comprehensive fitment database covering thousands of forklift models from every major manufacturer.

Tire specifications in this guide are sourced from manufacturer data and verified against independent fitment databases. Specifications can vary between model years and sub-variants. Always verify exact tire size and fitment before ordering. Last updated: May 2026.