Construction Tire & Wheel Assemblies
Construction tire and wheel assemblies take the guesswork out of matching tires to rims. Each assembly comes pre-mounted and ready to install, saving time on the jobsite and eliminating the risk of a mismatched tire-to-wheel combination. Tires4That carries construction tire and wheel assemblies for skid steers, forklifts, compact track loaders, and other equipment in the most common sizes.
What To Look For in Construction Tire & Wheel Assemblies
When ordering a construction assembly, you need to match four things: tire size, wheel diameter, wheel width, and bolt pattern.
- Tire Size: This must strictly match your machine's manufacturer specifications.
- Wheel Diameter & Width: These dimensions must be fully compatible with the chosen tire size to ensure a safe bead seat and proper inflation.
- Bolt Pattern: The number of lugs and bolt circle diameter must match your machine’s hub exactly. An incorrect bolt pattern makes it physically impossible to mount the assembly.
- Wheel Offset: The distance between the wheel;s true centerline and the mounting service where it bolts onto the vehicle’s hub. This must match your machine’s specifications.
Common skid steer assembly bolt patterns include 4 on 4, 5 on 4.5, and 6 on 5.5, but you should always verify these measurements against your specific equipment. If you're unsure of your bolt pattern, check your machine's operator manual or physically measure the existing wheel before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is included in a construction tire & wheel assembly?
A: A construction tire and wheel assembly includes the tire pre-mounted on a heavy-duty steel wheel (rim), making it ready for immediate installation on your equipment. The assembly is balanced and bead-seated at the factory, so no additional mounting or shop time is required. Simply match the bolt pattern to your hub and install.
Q: Why buy an assembly instead of a tire and wheel separately?
A: Ordering a pre-mounted assembly saves you the logistical hassle, time, and labor costs of taking components to a specialty tire shop for installation and balancing. Because construction equipment tires are incredibly heavy and dangerous to handle without commercial-grade tire changers, buying a complete assembly is often the most practical and cost-effective option for fleet operators.
Q: How do I find my machine's bolt pattern?
A: Your machine's bolt pattern is determined by the number of lug holes and the diameter of the circle they form. For example, a ”5 on 4.5” pattern means five lugs distributed across a 4.5-inch bolt circle. Check your operator’s manual, physically measure the existing wheel, or contact your equipment dealer if you are unsure. Ordering the wrong bolt pattern means the assembly physically cannot be mounted.
Q: Are construction assemblies available for skid steers?
A: Yes. Skid steer tire and wheel assemblies are one of the most common construction assembly types we carry. They are available in both pneumatic and solid tire options, including industry-standard sizes like 10-16.5 and 12-16.5. As with all pre-mounted setups, you must strictly confirm your skid steer's bolt pattern and offset before ordering.
Q: What brands do you carry for construction assemblies?
A: We carry construction tire and wheel assemblies at Tires4That featuring tires from Galaxy, Alliance, Titan, and Kenda, mounted on steel wheels in the most common hub specifications designed to fit all major construction equipment brands.