CHOOSING THE CORRECT TIRES FOR YOUR LIFT
One of the first and most important decisions you need to make when deciding which type of forklift to purchase is what type of tire suits your needs. Forklifts generally use one of two types of rubber tires: cushion or pneumatic. These tires serve differing purposes and are essential to the success of your material handling operations.
Perfect Vehicles For Use On Rough Terrain
Pneumatic tires are made of treaded rubber and filled with air, similar to a car tire. Pneumatic tire forklifts are best suited to outdoor applications on rough terrain like gravel or unpaved ground, though some pneumatic lift trucks are manufactured with higher-capacity warehouse work in mind.
Choose a pneumatic tire vehicle for heavy duty indoor material handling or uneven outdoor surfaces to reduce wear and the likelihood of flat tires.
