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including tires, wheels, tracks
Skid Steer Tires
Tire & Tread Designation Guide
For off-road, agriculture and construction tires there is an industry accepted grading system to identify different tread styles and tire constuction types. Of the following about half are recommended for skid steer use.
For completeness we show you all 9, but have pages linked to the 5 that are appropriate for skid steers to show product available. We stock hundreds of new tires in all these categories, ready for pick up.
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Largest in-house inventory of skid steer tires - hundreds in stock
Choose from an in-stock selection second to none in the GTA of almost all types of skid steer tires available. Rarely any waiting - cash and carry same day. Dozens of makes/models/sizes - in stock in-house for pick up today
R is for directional or traditional tractor lug type treads (called bars or chevrons) which provide great traction, especially in mud, loose material and snow, though wear is not as good. Directional means there is a forward and back when mounting the tires - especially useful in loose materials and wet ground.
L is the designation for loader tires that spend most time on hard packed and paved surfaces, excel in more extreme duty environments, heavier loads, and they usually last far longer, though generally do not provide as good traction. These generally cost more. And they usually have non-directional tread patterns (meaning there is no forward or back to tires when mounting).
L3 to L5 non-directional and extreme duty skid steer tires
L4 and L5 tires are heavy build, have deeper tread depth and more rubber in contact with the driving surface in general (less void space in comparison with the R types above) and so while not getting as good traction in loose material or wet muddy situations, they do last a lot longer. They are are produced with a variety of tread patterns, some being blocks, others diamond shaped, but in general they are all more "chunky" in appearance. Far more rubber in the middle where the tire mostly contacts the road, while still incorporating enough void (empty space between the lugs) to be able to have bite in loose materials. Those in paving or severe conditions should go with R4 or R5 Extreme Duty tires. Anyone considering L4 tires should upgrade to R4 Hybrids for the cost savings due to flat-proof qualities and dramatically better longevity.
L4 and L5 tires are heavy build, have deeper tread depth and more rubber in contact with the driving surface in general (less void space in comparison with the R types above) and so while not getting as good traction in loose material or wet muddy situations, they do last a lot longer. They are are produced with a variety of tread patterns, some being blocks, others diamond shaped, but in general they are all more "chunky" in appearance. Far more rubber in the middle where the tire mostly contacts the road, while still incorporating enough void (empty space between the lugs) to be able to have bite in loose materials. Those in paving or severe conditions should go with R4 or R5 Extreme Duty tires. Anyone considering L4 tires should upgrade to R4 Hybrids for the cost savings due to flat-proof qualities and dramatically better longevity.
R1
Great traction in loose and wet material
Poor durability in general and especially so if used on paved surfaces at all
Special applications only; generally agriculture or specific industry.
Great traction in loose and wet material
Poor durability in general and especially so if used on paved surfaces at all
Special applications only; generally agriculture or specific industry.
Not recommended for most skid steer owners, not for general use or construction
R4 Budget
R4 Basic or Budget Conventional tires - alternate terms
R4 Basic or Budget Conventional tires - alternate terms
Very good traction on many surfaces, including topsoil, clay, gravel, snow, also good on paved surfaces, but poor durability,will wear out quickly
Recommended for skid steer owners on a budget, for mixed personal use. Not recommended for commercial use. Upgrade to R4 Plus / Traditional
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Recommended for skid steer owners on a budget, for mixed personal use. Not recommended for commercial use. Upgrade to R4 Plus / Traditional
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R2
Good traction in specific loose and wet materials
Very poor durability if used on any hard surface, as well as poor stability, performance
Good traction in specific loose and wet materials
Very poor durability if used on any hard surface, as well as poor stability, performance
Special applications only; generally agriculture or specific industry.
Not recommended for most skid steer owners, not for general use or construction
R3 Turf tires
Acceptable traction on grass, and meant specifically for such applications - such as golf courses, less destructive to lawns (Note: non-directional)
Special applications only; generally sports lawns or sodding.
Acceptable traction on grass, and meant specifically for such applications - such as golf courses, less destructive to lawns (Note: non-directional)
Special applications only; generally sports lawns or sodding.
Not recommended for most skid steer owners, not for general use or construction
R4+ (Traditional)
R4 Plus or Traditional
R4 Plus or Traditional
- alternate terms
Good traction on many surfaces, including topsoil, clay, gravel, snow, also good on paved surfaces. Longer life,
better resistance to flats.
Recommended for many skid steer owners, for mixed commercial use; cost upgrade is absolutely worthwhile over R4 Basic /Budget, significant cost savings
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R1 to R4 traditional directional skid steer tires
R1 and R2 are specialty application tires (usually for wet and deep/loose materials for specific agricultural applications) and would not normally be recommended for most skid steer owners. Some skid steer users may use R3 (turf) around golf courses, cemeteries, sports fields, etc. But most skid steer owners working landscaping or contruction, farming and just general use will buy R4 tires, in one of the 2 grades (the Plus or non-budget ones being most recommended).
R1 and R2 are specialty application tires (usually for wet and deep/loose materials for specific agricultural applications) and would not normally be recommended for most skid steer owners. Some skid steer users may use R3 (turf) around golf courses, cemeteries, sports fields, etc. But most skid steer owners working landscaping or contruction, farming and just general use will buy R4 tires, in one of the 2 grades (the Plus or non-budget ones being most recommended).
L3
Poor traction on most surfaces. Intended for very specific industrial applications, on pavement, recycling, gravel pit, etc. Must be on hardpack or pavement. Excellent stability and durability and puncture protection, though tread is not as deep as L4
Not recommended for most skid steer owners, unless used in very specific niche industries and applications, surfaces. R4 plus or L4 and greater a much better option for general use or construction
Poor traction on most surfaces. Intended for very specific industrial applications, on pavement, recycling, gravel pit, etc. Must be on hardpack or pavement. Excellent stability and durability and puncture protection, though tread is not as deep as L4
Not recommended for most skid steer owners, unless used in very specific niche industries and applications, surfaces. R4 plus or L4 and greater a much better option for general use or construction
L4
A generally less expensive and slightly less robust version of the L5 Extreme duty tires, with perhaps a bit more traction and a little less longevity and puncture resistance. Consider and L4 Hybrid or even L5 Extreme instead, for the small upfront cost difference.
A generally less expensive and slightly less robust version of the L5 Extreme duty tires, with perhaps a bit more traction and a little less longevity and puncture resistance. Consider and L4 Hybrid or even L5 Extreme instead, for the small upfront cost difference.
Recommended for many skid steer owners where a large amount of work is done on paved areas and hazzards are a problem; quite flat and nail resistant. Decent enough traction though not recommended for snow/ice use.
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L4+ (Hybrid)
The wonderful combination of excellent traction (rivalling traditional R4 tires) and incredibly longer life,durability with virtually no comprimise - and not a lot greater outlay of upfront cost, but with much greater long-term savings due to extended lifespan.
The wonderful combination of excellent traction (rivalling traditional R4 tires) and incredibly longer life,durability with virtually no comprimise - and not a lot greater outlay of upfront cost, but with much greater long-term savings due to extended lifespan.
Recommended for most skid steer owners, and almost any application. Certainly anywhere a traditionaly R4 tire is used could be and should be upgraded to this Hybrid style, for great cost savings. Landscape, construction.
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L5 (Extreme)
Next to purchasing expensive and rough riding solid tires which can of course never get flats, these are almost as flat proof and long lasting. Better ride too. Can work in the worst conditions, and last for years. For the right user, well worth the investment.
Next to purchasing expensive and rough riding solid tires which can of course never get flats, these are almost as flat proof and long lasting. Better ride too. Can work in the worst conditions, and last for years. For the right user, well worth the investment.
Recommended only for skid steer owners in specific severe duty environments and industries, when when running on pavement. Pavers, hardscapers, mining, demolition, etc.
Fairly poor traction when off pavement.
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