Solid Skid Steer Tires Prices
How much do skid steer tires cost? The easy answer is typically between $600-1200. The real question is whether it’s cheaper in the long run to get a set of cheap skid steer tires or a set of premium skid steer tires.
Why Quality Skid Steer Tires Last Longer
The quality of the materials that a skid steer tire is made of ultimately determines quality and longevity. Many purchasers will simply go for cheap skid steer tires to keep costs low, however, over time this can be more expensive. A cheap option will wear quickly in harsh conditions and require repairs or replacement. Going with a premium skid steer tire designed for a particular application will last longer, lowering your overall cost/hr.
The rubber compound and ingredients in your skid steer tires also affect longevity. Higher grade natural rubber and carbon black cost more, however, will improve the quality of the tire. Tires that do not use quality natural rubber and carbon black will wear fast and even start chunking early. The rubber compounds in the rubber matter as well. Depending on the application the tires are operating in if the compounds aren’t designed to operate in them then they will wear faster.
The type of skid steer tire will also determine how long a tire will last. A premium solid skid steer tire can last 3-5 times longer than a premium pneumatic skid steer tire without being 3-5 times the price. Solid skid steer tires prices are commonly higher than a pneumatic because they use more rubber. However, they have the added benefit of being flat and puncture-free. Never going flat or worrying about damage from a job site.
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The Right Tire for You
Determining the right skid steer tire for you will lower the cost/hr on your skid steer as well. If you are working on hard surfaces like asphalt or concrete, most of the time, a hard surface skid steer tire is more desirable. If you are operating in muddy conditions, then an all-terrain skid steer tire may be the way to go.
The tread depth is also an important factor when it comes to the longevity of a tire. The larger the tread depth the longer it will last. It’s important to go for a tread design that doesn’t have a center wear bar. A center wear bar is critical for the design when the lugs are too small. However, they will decrease the traction of a skid steer tire when they get to 50% worn.
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Comfortability
Comfortability in a tire is another aspect to think about when purchasing a skid steer tire. Solid skid steer tires are often rough on the skid steer operator and cause driver fatigue. Pneumatics are commonly considered to have a more comfortable drive. Tires with specially designed core geometry like the EWRS-HS Series skid steer tires and the EWRS-AT Series solid skid steer tires will compress like a pneumatic for comfortability.
The EWRS-HS and EWRS-AT Series Solid Skid Steer Tires
The EWRS-HS and EWRS-AT Series solid skid steer tires are premium options are designed to lower your cost/hr. These tires are built with a 52-32” tread depth for maximum wearability and with a segmented design that allows for quick serviceability.
The Serviceability in all of Evolution Wheel’s tires allows the operator to change out a segment within minutes. The tires are composed of rubber segments that all bolt onto the high-strength steel rim that are removable. If for some reason a segment is damaged, there is no need for a tire shop with specialized equipment, simply unbolt the segment from the rim with a wrench and put the new one on. Ultimately eliminating downtime from damaged tires and trips to the tire shop.
Because all Evolution Wheels tires are built with high-strength steel, they will last probably longer than your machine. When it does come time to retread the tires You can purchase a retread kit for 70% of the price of the full tire. increasing your ROI even further.
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