Truck & Bus Tires

Steer, drive or trailer?

Steer tires use a rib tread for straight tracking and even shoulder wear. Drive tires use lugs to put torque on the road and grip on wet ramps. Trailer tires are free-rolling and built to resist scrub when a trailer turns tight. All-position tires can run on any axle and simplify spares for mixed fleets.

Read the sidewall

11R22.5 16PR 146/143L means an 11-inch-section radial for a 22.5-inch rim, 16-ply (load range H), load index 146 single / 143 dual, and speed symbol L (75 mph). Always match the load index of the tires you are replacing or the rating required by your axle.

Regional, line-haul or urban

Regional tires use tougher casings and compounds for stop-start, high-scrub work. Line-haul and Ecopia or Eco Plus designs focus on low rolling resistance for highway miles. Coach tires add comfort and curb protection for buses.

Wide-base singles

385/65R22.5 and 445/50R22.5 wide-base tires replace dual assemblies on many trailers and tankers, saving weight and fuel. Confirm wheel width and axle rating before switching.

Mounting & safety

Commercial tires must be mounted and inflated by trained technicians in a safety cage on the correct rim. Check the DOT date code on delivery and keep tires covered if they are stored outdoors.