Forklift tires can be solid or pneumatic, with each type being suitable for certain applications. Solid tires, as the name suggests, are not air filled, comes in different layers. For example, 2-layers solid tires are suitable for forklifts used for 8-10 hours per day intermittently. 3-layer solid tires are suitable for forklifts used for 15-16 hours per day continuously. It is very important to supply the exact tire suitable for that particular application otherwise the tire may fail, and the customer may not get enough life out of that tire. Solid tires are fitted to the wheel rim using a hydraulic tire press to mount them onto the rim. Solid tires offer unmatched durability and a stable platform for Forklifts and Telehandlers and are an excellent choice for a warehouse environment where vibration is not a concern. Solid tires are 100% puncture proof and hence there is no downtime.

Pneumatic ti res on the other hand are air-filled and are tube type i.e. they are supplied with tube and flap, sometimes also supplied as tubeless (i.e. without tube & flap) for high-speed performance. Pneumatic tires are available in multiple tread patterns and offer a more comfortable ride, minimizing the vibration applied to the machine and its driver. Pneumatic tires are vulnerable to punctures, however, wear out quicker than solid tires.