Skidder Tires
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Skidder tires operate in some of the most demanding conditions in forestry like pulling heavy timber loads over steep, rocky, root-crossed terrain where a blowout means serious downtime in a difficult location. Tires4That carries skidder tires built for these conditions, with reinforced sidewalls, deep lug tread, and rubber compounds formulated to resist cuts, punctures, and heat buildup in severe forestry environments.
What To Look For In A Skidder Tire
Skidder tires typically use an aggressive LS-2 or LS-3 style forestry lug pattern that grips loose soil, wet roots, and slick rock without spinning out under load. Most skidders run large-diameter, high-ply tires, commonly 23.1-26 or 30.5L-32 sizes in 14-ply to 20-ply ranges (or higher) to handle massive load capacities. Key specs to check include tire size, ply rating (choose the highest available for the conditions), and whether you need a tube-type or tubeless construction. In forestry, skidder tires are often run with inner tubes even in tubeless-compatible designs, as tube failures are easier to manage in the field than rim seal failures on difficult terrain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What size tires do skidders use?
A: Common skidder tire sizes include 23.1-26, 24.5-32, 28L-26, and 30.5L-32, among others. The correct size depends on your specific machine make and model. Always verify against your skidder's operator manual or the size of your current tires.
Q: Why are skidder tires so expensive?
A: Skidder tires are large-diameter, high-ply construction tires built with forestry-grade rubber compounds that resist cuts, snags, and heat in extreme conditions. The raw material cost, reinforced construction, and low production volume compared to passenger or light truck tires all contribute to their higher price point.
Q: How long do skidder tires last?
A: Skidder tire life varies enormously based on terrain and operating hours. On rocky or stumpy ground, some operators replace tires every few hundred hours. On cleaner forestry ground, tires may last 1,000+ hours. Proper inflation and avoiding excessive spin on hard surfaces extend life significantly.
Q: Do I need inner tubes in skidder tires?
A: Many forestry operators run inner tubes in their skidder tires as standard practice, even on tubeless-compatible tires. The logic is practical: a tube failure is diagnosable and can sometimes be patched in the field, while a rim seal failure on difficult terrain requires pulling the wheel. Our Inner Tubes page carries large-diameter agricultural tubes compatible with many skidder tire sizes.