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Posted by Forklift Tire Company on 21st Mar 2026
Royal (Royal Tyres Private Limited, India) is a premium, ISO-certified solid forklift tire line. ForkliftTire.com stocks Royal in two constructions: resilient solid (pneumatic-shaped, flat-proof, mounts on a wheel/rim) and press-on cushion (rubber bonded to a steel band, pressed onto a hub) in SMOOTH and TRACTION tread. This guide reproduces the real size lineup, explains how to read press-on sizing, and shows how to choose — then routes you to shop Royal forklift tires.
? Download the PDF: Royal Tyres Catalog (reference — the key data is reproduced and expanded on this page below).
The two Royal constructions (and which you have)
Match your wheel setup first — it decides which Royal line you need.
| Construction | How it mounts | Best for | Size format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resilient solid | Pneumatic-shaped; mounts on a standard forklift wheel/rim | Flat-proof replacement for pneumatic tires; indoor/outdoor | Tire size + rim width (e.g., 6.50x10-5.00") |
| Press-on cushion | Rubber bonded to a steel band; pressed onto a hub | Cushion-tire forklifts; smooth indoor floors | OD × width × inside (e.g., 18x7x12⅛) |
Not sure which you have? Send a sidewall photo and your forklift make/model — we’ll identify the construction and match the size and load.
Royal press-on cushion sizes (what FTC stocks)
Black-rubber press-on cushion solids, pressed onto a hub band. Sized overall diameter × wheel width × inside (band) diameter. Most sizes are available in SMOOTH (clean indoor floors) or TRACTION (bar-grip bite). Browse all press-on tires or cushion rubber press-ons.
| Size (OD × width × inside) | Tread | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 14x4½x8 | SMOOTH | Press-on cushion (band) |
| 16x5x10½ | SMOOTH / TRACTION | Press-on cushion (band) |
| 16x6x10½ | SMOOTH / TRACTION | Press-on cushion (band) |
| 16¼x5x11¼ | SMOOTH / TRACTION | Press-on cushion (band) |
| 16¼x6x11¼ | SMOOTH / TRACTION | Press-on cushion (band) |
| 18x5x12⅛ | SMOOTH / TRACTION | Press-on cushion (band) |
| 18x6x12⅛ | SMOOTH / TRACTION | Press-on cushion (band) |
| 18x7x12⅛ | SMOOTH / TRACTION | Press-on cushion (band) |
| 18x8x12⅛ | SMOOTH / TRACTION | Press-on cushion (band) |
| 21x7x15 | SMOOTH / TRACTION | Press-on cushion (band) |
| 21x8x15 | SMOOTH / TRACTION | Press-on cushion (band) |
| 22x10x16 | SMOOTH | Press-on cushion (band) |
| 22x12x16 | SMOOTH | Press-on cushion (band) |
Pricing from about $225/tire; quantity discounts apply (7.5% on 2–3, 15% on 4+). 4-tire “set” deals are available on popular fitments (e.g., 21x7x15 + 16x5x10½ traction set).
Royal resilient solid sizes (pneumatic-shaped, flat-proof)
Pneumatic-shaped solids that mount on a standard wheel — a flat-proof replacement for air-filled forklift tires. Browse resilient solids & pneumatics.
| Tire size | Rim width | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 5.00x8 | 3.00" | Resilient solid (on a rim) |
| 6.00x9 | 4.00" | Resilient solid (on a rim) |
| 6.50x10 | 5.00" | Resilient solid (on a rim) |
| 7.00x12 | 5.00" | Resilient solid (on a rim) |
| 18x7-8 | 4.33" | Resilient solid (on a rim) |
| 21x8-9 | 6.00" | Resilient solid (on a rim) |
| 2.50x15 | 7.00" / 7.50" | Resilient solid (on a rim) |
| 3.00x15 | 8.00" | Resilient solid (on a rim) |
| 8.25x15 | 6.50" | Resilient solid (on a rim) |
Royal 2.50x15 resilient solid (7.00" rim): Load Index 153 — 10,461 lb capacity, ISO-certified construction. Ratings vary by size; send yours for the exact figure.
SMOOTH vs TRACTION: which tread?
| Tread | Choose it for | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|
| SMOOTH | Clean, smooth indoor concrete; maximum rubber on the floor; quiet, even wear | Less bite on debris or damp/greasy spots |
| TRACTION (bar grip) | Ramps, dock plates, debris, mixed or occasionally wet floors; better grip and control | Slightly more pattern noise; pattern wears first |
How to read Royal press-on sizing (fast and correctly)
- Press-on cushion reads overall diameter × wheel width × inside (band) diameter — e.g., 18x7x12⅛ = 18" tall, 7" wide, 12⅛" band. All three must match your hub.
- Resilient solid reads tire size + rim width — e.g., 6.50x10-5.00" mounts a 6.50x10 tire on a 5.00" rim. Confirm the rim.
- Match the tread (SMOOTH vs TRACTION) to your floor and duty.
- Confirm the load for your truck and typical speed before ordering.
How to choose your Royal tire
Cushion-tire forklift (pressed-on band) → Royal press-on cushion (pick SMOOTH or TRACTION). Need a flat-proof replacement for pneumatic tires on a wheel/rim → Royal resilient solid. Unsure which you have? Send your drive + steer sizes (sidewall photo helps) and we’ll identify the construction and match the load. New to tire types? See the Buying Guide.
Get the right Royal tire — first time
Send your sizes and we’ll confirm fitment before you order.
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What to send us for a fast fitment match
- Forklift make/model (or capacity class)
- Current drive and steer tire sizes (sidewall photo helps)
- Construction: resilient solid (on a rim) vs press-on cushion (band)
- Floor + duty: indoor/outdoor, debris, distance, speed, and load
Royal forklift tire FAQ
Royal is manufactured by Royal Tyres Private Limited in India. ForkliftTire.com is an independent U.S. distributor of the Royal solid and press-on lines.
Royal is a premium, ISO-certified solid tire line built for high load capacity and cut/chunk resistance. It is a value-strong alternative to OEM solids and pneumatics for both indoor cushion forklifts and flat-proof resilient applications.
Resilient solid tires are pneumatic-shaped and mount on a standard wheel/rim as a flat-proof replacement for air tires. Press-on cushion tires are rubber bonded to a steel band and pressed onto a hub on cushion-tire forklifts. Your wheel setup determines which you need.
Choose SMOOTH for clean, smooth indoor concrete (maximum contact, even wear). Choose TRACTION (bar grip) for ramps, dock plates, debris, or mixed/occasionally wet floors where grip matters.
Press-on cushion runs from 14x4½x8 up to 22x12x16 (including 16x5x10½, 16x6x10½, 18x7x12⅛, 21x7x15 and more) in SMOOTH or TRACTION. Resilient solids include 5.00x8, 6.00x9, 6.50x10, 7.00x12, 2.50x15, 3.00x15, 8.25x15 and others. Send your size to confirm.
Royal press-on cushion tires start around $225 per tire and range up depending on size; quantity discounts apply (7.5% on 2–3, 15% on 4+) and 4-tire set deals are available. Send your sizes for an exact quote.