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  • SimpleScore™

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    8.6

    Great

    Score breakdown:

    8.8

    Long lasting

    Great

    8.4

    Handling

    Great

    8.8

    Traction

    Great

  • Known as one of the premier suppliers of specialty tires, including industrial, OTR, ATV, construction, and lawn/turf tires Carlstar tires has been committed to producing top-quality specialty tires at an affordable price.

    Industrial tires are built to be tough and are used in a variety of heavy-duty industrial applications. Engineered to reduce equipment downtime these are proven performers for material handling, forklifts, and airport ground support. But is this the right tire for you and your ride? Let’s take a look at this Carlstar Premium Wide Trac review.

    Features and Benefits

    If you are looking for extended tread life and stability in your tire, have a look at Carlstar Premium Wide Trac. This tire is ideal for forklift applications and allows you to perform material handling tasks with ease. The tire features an extra heavy-duty sidewall which protects it from damaging elements that you might encounter while on the job. To enhance this even further is the heavy ply construction which helps increase the tire’s tread life.

    Let’s take a look at the Carlstar Premium Wide Trac tire review to help understand all its features and benefits at a glance:

    • Designed as an industrial tire: It is ideal for material handling, mining, compaction, and road paving applications
    • Solid traction: Larger tread volume and a wide, flat profile to ensure stability
    • Durable: Heavy ply construction for extreme durability
    • Sidewall protection: Built with extra heavy-duty sidewall for material handling applications.

    The wheel sizes are 2.50 to 8.25 this tire is best used for compaction and road paving equipment, material handling, and mining.

    Pros and Cons

    Before deciding whether to buy the Carlstar Premium Wide Trac or not, let’s first drill down a few factors that can help you decide whether or not the tire is right for you.

    PROS:

    • These tires provide cushioning and shock absorption, reducing impact on surfaces and improving stability.
    • Flexible rubber and the pressurized air inside enable the tires to adapt to changing road conditions, promoting better handling and maneuverability.
    • Built-in rim guard protection
    • Deep tread depth for traction on slippery surfaces

    While Carlstar makes a good claim about Premium Wide Trac’s performance, some shortcomings may divide opinions.

    CONS:

    • Prone to punctures
    • Increased fuel consumption, reduced handling performance, and uneven tire wear.
    • Less durable when compared to an all-season tire
    • Not available for passenger vehicles.
    • Can’t be used on ice

    SimpleTire’s view on Carlstar Premium Wide Trac tires

    This tire is designed keeping in mind the requirements of industrial use. Industrial tires are designed to withstand the harsh conditions of industrial applications. Features like an extra heavy-duty sidewall that protects it from damage. The heavy ply construction helps increase the tire’s life. The internal structure consists of a powerful nylon cord body and strong bead construction which help it deliver high performance and resistance against impacts. Helping it maintain stability on the field is the large tread volume and wide, flat profile. The Carlstar/Carlisle Premium Wide Trac has a maximum load capacity of 14500 lbs which can be driven at a speed of 10mph. Its durable construction resists abrasions in severe conditions to maximize efficiency. Carlstar Premium Wide Trac tire prices range from $90.96 to $567.99 per tire depending on the tire size selected.

    This tire stands out with a commendable SimpleScore of 8.6, featuring an unmatched 8.4 for handling, an 8.8 for longevity, and an exceedingly good 8.8 for traction.

    Vehicles the Carlstar Premium Wide Trac is a replacement tire for

    This tire is an ideal choice for a wide range of vehicles used for compaction and road paving equipment, material handling, and mining.

    3 reviews

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    4.5

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    Scorecard

    Dry

    5

    Wet

    4.3

    Winter

    4.3

    Comfort

    4.7

    Noise

    4.3

    Treadwear

    4.3

    3 SimpleTire reviews

    Robert
    4.5
    Verified Customer
    Jul 18, 2020

    Andy
    5
    Verified Customer
    May 16, 2016

    The forklift tires arrived very quickly, and are as described. I would not hesitate to buy another set when these wear out.

    Brian
    4
    Verified Customer
    Sep 10, 2014

    Good tire from a great brand

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