Product Description
Drive Tire Tsw Poly
Specifications: 13.500 inch diameter x 6.000 inch width (13.500" x 6.000" | 13.5 x 6 wheel | 13-1/2 x 6 | 342.90mm x 152.40mm)
Specifications
Wheel Specifications
| Outside Diameter (in) | 13.500 |
| Width (in) | 6.000 |
| Outside Diameter (mm) | 342.90 |
| Width (mm) | 152.40 |
| Drive Tire Profile | Tapered Side Wall |
| Material | Polyurethane |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does TSW (tapered side wall) mean on the SU 13.5 X 6 X 10-TSW-P?
A: TSW indicates the tire sidewalls taper inward from top to bottom, creating a cone shape. This design improves stability during turning and cornering by redistributing load toward the center. Tapered sidewall tires are typically used on high-speed or heavy-load applications.
Q: Can I swap the SU 13.5 X 6 X 10-TSW-P with other 13.5 x 6 tires?
A: Not directly. The TSW profile is specific to this wheel rim geometry. Substituting with straight sidewall or different profile tires does not fit properly and causes rim edge contact, pinching, or unsafe wobbling. The 10 inch bore must also match your wheel hub exactly. Verify both bore size and sidewall profile.
Q: Is the SU 13.5 X 6 X 10-TSW-P polyurethane or rubber?
A: The SU 13.5 X 6 X 10-TSW-P is polyurethane material. Polyurethane is lighter, rolls faster, and generates less heat than solid rubber but is slightly less durable on rough surfaces. Confirm your truck is rated for polyurethane tires before installation, as some models specify rubber-only.
Q: What is the load capacity difference between the 13.5 x 5.5 and 13.5 x 6 sizes?
A: The wider 6 inch section (versus 5.5 inch) increases load-bearing surface area and typically raises capacity by 10-15 percent. However, exact capacity depends on polyurethane hardness and drive tire profile, which are not specified in this SKU. Contact the manufacturer for rated load limits before deployment.
Q: Does the SU 13.5 X 6 X 10-TSW-P require special wheels or mounting equipment?
A: Yes. The TSW profile and 10 inch bore require matching TSW-profile wheel rims engineered for tapered sidewalls. Standard straight sidewall rims do not fit safely. Press-on mounting requires the same heated hub or press machine as other solid tires, but rim verification is critical before ordering.
