Tire requirements by application | AxleLink Sourcing

Group the fleet by vehicle and tire designation before comparing a replacement. A similar nominal tire size can still have a different service description. Send the vehicle placard baseline, approved rim width, load and speed designation, and the applicable axle position. If an alternate rim or size is proposed, record clearance and ask the fleet’s technical lead to review it before the supplier allocates a production lot. NHTSA TireWise explains how to locate the vehicle’s recommended tire size.

List each van or truck body configuration, including permanent racks and equipment that affect load. Confirm the axle requirement for the configuration in use. Ask the supplier to state the load range, the proposed tire’s single or dual service marking, and the rim range. Request a representative sample and confirm the buyer’s inspection date before scheduling a multi-vehicle release.

Separate steer, drive and trailer positions in the request. A highway-focused pattern may suit steady mileage, while mixed routes can favor a different tread requirement. Ask each supplier to name the intended axle duty and share its exact-part data. If current operations use duals, record spacing and compare the proposed dimensions with the existing wheel assembly.

Specify each SKU and pack quantity as separate lines and identify which releases can ship together. A low factory unit price may be attractive for a consolidated lot, while a higher unit quote can be a better delivered comparison when splitting replenishment avoids extra stock handling. Request minimum quantities per size, pallet identification, receiving windows and freight to the same ZIP code.