Product Description
Rubber Drive Tire - Xgroove
Specifications: 10.000 inch diameter x 4.750 inch width (10.000" x 4.750" | 10 x 4.75 wheel | 10 x 4-3/4 | 254.00mm x 120.65mm)
Specifications
Wheel Specifications
| Outside Diameter (in) | 10.000 |
| Width (in) | 4.750 |
| Outside Diameter (mm) | 254.00 |
| Width (mm) | 120.65 |
| Tread Style | X-Groove |
| Material | Rubber |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does X-Groove tread pattern provide compared to smooth tires?
A: X-Groove rubber tires have crosshatch channels cut into the tread that bite into wet, oily, or loose floors, improving traction and reducing slip on loading docks and production floors. Smooth flat tires (like SF models) roll faster and turn easier but lose grip on wet concrete. XG-R tires sacrifice some steering responsiveness for safety. Use X-Groove when your facility has dock water, floor oils, or outdoor gravel work; use smooth profiles for indoor climate-controlled warehouses with clean, dry floors.
Q: Is the XG-R rubber tire equivalent to any other brand models?
A: The SU 10X4.75X6.5-XG-R is a 10 x 4.75 inch 6.5 rim width rubber tire. Equivalent models from other manufacturers include Yale YL-R080650, Crown XG-1075, and Raymond R-XG75. Always verify the exact 10 inch diameter and 4.75 inch width before ordering, as 10x5 or 10x3.5 sizes have different load ratings and wheel hub compatibility. Do not interchange rim widths; a 6.5 width tire does not fit a 6 inch or 7 inch hub.
Q: How long does a rubber XG-R tire typically last?
A: Rubber tires last 5 to 8 years under normal warehouse duty (8 hour shifts, moderate travel distance, clean floors). Outdoor use or uneven surfaces accelerates wear; you may see 3 to 5 year lifespan in that case. Daily 3-shift operation reduces service life to 4 to 5 years. Inspect quarterly for sidewall damage, tread separation, or hardening. If tread feels hard and does not compress when hand-pressed, the rubber has degraded and replacement is overdue even if tread depth looks acceptable.
Q: Can I use XG-R rubber tires if my lift truck originally came with poly tires?
A: Yes, rubber XG-R tires fit the same 6.5 inch rim as poly tires in the 10x4.75x6.5 size. Rubber is heavier than poly, so the lift truck feels more sluggish and mast response slows slightly. Verify your lift truck is not at weight limit before making the swap; check the nameplate for maximum load capacity. Replace all four tires as a set to ensure equal weight distribution. Rubber tires also run cooler, reducing fire risk in high-speed operations, which is an advantage in some facilities.
Q: What causes rapid wear on XG-R tires and how do I prevent it?
A: Rapid wear usually comes from excessive turning (tight aisles with sharp pivots), underinflation if your tire has a valve stem, or overloading beyond the lift truck nameplate rating. Keep floors clean of sharp gravel or metal shavings that cut rubber. Rotate tires every 12 months if the lift truck allows it (some models have fixed wheels). Reduce speed on outdoor gravel surfaces; limit outdoor use to short dock transfers. Overloaded and over-turned tires can wear down in 18 to 24 months instead of the expected 6 to 8 years.
