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SALES@FORKLIFTTIRE.COMRubber Cushion Press-On Forklift Tires
Rubber cushion press-on forklift tires are solid rubber tires bonded to a precision steel press-on ring and designed to mount onto flat-base industrial press-on wheels using a hydraulic press. These tires are a standard choice for indoor forklifts and warehouse equipment where durability, shock absorption, and consistent performance matter.
Compared to harder polyurethane alternatives, rubber cushion tires provide a more forgiving ride and are commonly chosen for general warehouse and light industrial use.
Simple rule: Choose rubber cushion tires for general warehouse use, better shock absorption, and black or non-marking compound options. Choose polyurethane when lower rolling resistance and maximum indoor efficiency are the priority.
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Press-On Forklift Tires
Cushion rubber press-on tires for indoor forklifts and warehouse equipment. Measured as OD × width × ID.
4" Hub: 8 1/2x4x4
5" Hub: 9x5x5 · 10x4x5 · 10 1/2x5x5 · 10 1/2x6x5
6" Hub: 10x3 1/2x6
6 1/4" Hub: 10x3x6 1/4 · 10x4x6 1/4 · 10x5x6 1/4 · 10x6x6 1/4 · 10x7x6 1/4
6 1/2" Hub: 10x4x6 1/2 · 10x4 3/4x6 1/2 · 10x5x6 1/2 · 10x6x6 1/2 · 10 1/2x5x6 1/2 · 10 1/2x6x6 1/2 · 10 1/2x7x6 1/2
8" Hub: 10x3 1/2x8 · 12x3 1/2x8 · 12x4x8 · 12x4 1/2x8 · 12x5x8 · 12x5 1/2x8 · 12x6 1/2x8 · 13x3 1/2x8 · 13x4 1/2x8 · 13x5x8 · 13 1/2x4 1/2x8 · 13 1/2x5 1/2x8 · 13 1/2x6 1/2x8 · 14x4 1/2x8
10" Hub: 13 1/2x5 1/2x10 · 14x4x10 · 14x5x10 · 15 1/2x5x10 · 15 1/2x6x10
10 1/2" Hub: 16x4 1/2x10 1/2 · 16x5x10 1/2 · 16x6x10 1/2 · 16x7x10 1/2
11 1/4" Hub: 15x5x11 1/4 · 15x6x11 1/4 · 15x7x11 1/4 · 15x8x11 1/4 · 15x9x11 1/4 · 16x7x11 1/4 · 16 1/4x4x11 1/4 · 16 1/4x5x11 1/4 · 16 1/4x6x11 1/4 · 16 1/4x7x11 1/4 · 16 1/4x8x11 1/4
12 1/8" Hub: 17x5x12 1/8 · 17x6x12 1/8 · 18x5x12 1/8 · 18x6x12 1/8 · 18x7x12 1/8 · 18x8x12 1/8 · 18x9x12 1/8
14" Hub: 18x5x14 · 18x8x14 · 18x9x14
15" Hub: 20x8x15 · 20x9x15 · 21x5x15 · 21x6x15 · 21x7x15 · 21x8x15 · 21x9x15
16" Hub: 20x5x16 · 20x6x16 · 20x7x16 · 20x8x16 · 20x9x16 · 22x5x16 · 22x6x16 · 22x7x16 · 22x8x16 · 22x9x16 · 22x10x16 · 22x12x16 · 22x14x16 · 22x16x16
17 3/4" Hub: 20 1/2x7x17 3/4
20" Hub: 26x8x20
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How Cushion Tires Are Measured
Cushion press-on tires are measured as OD × width × ID (overall diameter × width × inside diameter). For example, a 21x7x15 tire is approximately 21 inches tall, 7 inches wide, and presses onto a 15-inch wheel.
After accounting for the bonded steel ring, the remaining material represents the usable rubber compound.
Why Choose Rubber Cushion Tires?
Rubber cushion tires provide more built-in shock absorption than harder polyurethane alternatives. The natural flex of the rubber compound helps reduce operator fatigue and provides a more forgiving ride in general warehouse and light industrial applications.
- Better shock absorption than polyurethane
- Good all-around warehouse performance
- Available in black or non-marking compounds
- Strong general-purpose durability
For best performance, cushion tires are typically replaced once approximately 2 inches of rubber have worn away.
Smooth vs Traction Tread
Smooth tread is the most common cushion tire configuration. Smooth tires contain the maximum rubber volume and provide broad surface contact, making them a strong choice for most warehouse environments.
Traction tread options, including deep lug or bar-grip non-directional patterns, are available for applications requiring additional grip. While tread patterns can improve traction, smooth tires often deliver longer wear due to greater rubber mass.
Non-Marking Cushion Tires
Non-marking rubber cushion tires are manufactured without carbon black, helping prevent floor marking in warehouse environments. These compounds are commonly required in food, pharmaceutical, clean manufacturing, and other regulated operations.
If reduced rolling resistance and maximum cleanliness are your top priorities, you may also want to compare polyurethane press-on tires.
Before Ordering
Before ordering, always confirm:
- Tire size (OD × width × ID)
- Wheel size / inside diameter
- Black or non-marking compound requirement
- Smooth or traction tread preference
- That your application uses cushion-style press-on tires
Cushion press-on tires require a hydraulic press for installation. If you want matched replacements for the full truck, browse our Cushion Forklift Tire Sets.