Yanmar Forklift Tyres in Durban

Running a Yanmar forklift and the tyres are worn down, cracking, or losing grip? ForknTire supplies and fits replacement tyres for Yanmar machines across the greater Durban area, working from our base at 6 Schenk Rd in Pinetown. We match the right tyre to your model, your load, and the surface you work on — and we get you a price quickly so the machine isn't standing idle.

Yanmar builds compact, hard-working forklifts, and the tyres on them take a beating. Whether yours is parked in a warehouse, a yard, a packhouse or a workshop, we carry options that fit and we know which ones last in South African conditions.

Based at 6 Schenk Rd, Pinetown. Phone 031 702 6335. Open during normal business hours, with mobile fitting available across the greater Durban region.

15+ years serving Durban's Yanmar Forklift operators

Premium for all Yanmar Forklift models

Expert fitting and wheel balancing

Same-day service and emergency callouts

What We Supply for Yanmar Forklifts in Durban

A quick note worth being honest about: ForknTire is a tyre specialist, not a Yanmar dealership. What that means for you is simple — we don’t sell you on a single brand. We look at your Yanmar’s specification plate, the tyre size already on it, and how you actually use the machine, then we recommend the tyre that fits and suits the job. Here’s the range we work with.

Solid forklift tyres

Solid rubber tyres can't puncture, which is why most indoor and mixed-use Yanmar forklifts run them. There's no air to lose, no inner tube to fail, and very little maintenance once they're fitted. They give a firmer ride than pneumatic tyres, so they suit smooth concrete floors, busy warehouse work, and anywhere sharp debris would shred an air-filled tyre. If your Yanmar spends its day on a level surface lifting steady loads, this is usually the sensible choice. We fit them using a hydraulic press for a proper, tight fit.

Pneumatic forklift tyres

Air-filled tyres absorb shock far better than solid ones, which matters if your Yanmar works outdoors, on uneven yards, or across rough ground. The cushioning protects the machine's drivetrain and makes for an easier shift for the operator. We supply standard tube-type pneumatics, tubeless versions that are less prone to sudden deflation, and foam-filled pneumatics that give you the ride comfort of air with the puncture resistance of a solid tyre. Which one you want comes down to where the machine works and how rough the surface gets.

Non-marking (white) tyres

If your Yanmar operates in a food, pharmaceutical, packaging or clean-floor environment, black rubber leaves scuff marks that fail hygiene and facility inspections. Non-marking white tyres solve that. The white compound keeps the floor clean for the full life of the tyre, and we stock them in the common sizes used on electric forklifts and compact machines like many in the Yanmar range.

Used tyres, where it makes sense

Not every job needs new rubber. For light-duty Yanmars or short-term needs, we keep inspected second-hand tyres — each one checked for tread depth, sidewall condition and structural integrity before we'll sell it. We're upfront that used tyres carry no warranty and we give an honest read on how much life is left. It's a way to keep a machine working without the cost of new.

Fitting, repair and ongoing checks

We don't just hand over tyres. Our Durban-based fitters mount and balance them on site or at the Pinetown branch, check the rim for damage, and confirm correct fitment before the machine goes back to work. We also repair pneumatic and solid tyres where it's safe to do so, and we'll tell you plainly when a tyre needs replacing rather than patching. Regular pressure and tread checks are part of what keeps a forklift fleet running, and we can build that into a schedule that fits your operation.

Why Businesses Choose ForknTire for Yanmar Forklift Tyres

We’ve been doing this for over two decades. ForknTire has supplied heavy-duty machinery tyres across KwaZulu-Natal for more than twenty years, so the team has seen most forklift makes — Yanmar included — and knows what fits and what holds up.

We size it right the first time. Get a forklift tyre size wrong and you affect handling, stability and load distribution, and you can void a warranty. We read your machine’s spec plate, check the markings on your existing tyres, and measure on site when there’s any doubt. For older or modified Yanmars where the original size has changed, that check matters even more.

We stock the common sizes and source the rest. Popular forklift tyre sizes are on the shelf for immediate supply. Less common dimensions we source through our supplier network, usually within a few days, so you’re rarely waiting long.

We give honest advice, not a hard sell. The team recommends based on your load, surface and usage — not on whatever’s overstocked. If a repair is the cheaper, safe option, we’ll say so.

We respond fast. For Durban-area customers we typically reach emergency service calls within 2–4 hours during business hours, depending on where you are.

How Ordering Works

We’ve kept the process short on purpose.

Tell us your machine.

Call or email with your Yanmar model and, if you have it, the tyre size off the sidewall or spec plate. A photo of the existing tyre helps. This takes a couple of minutes.

We confirm the fitment.

We cross-reference the size against our stock and your usage. If anything's unclear — especially on older or modified machines — we'll arrange to measure on site. Usually same day.

You get a quote.

We send a price for the tyres and fitting, with options where they exist (new versus used, solid versus pneumatic). No hidden extras.

We supply and fit.

Once you approve, we fit at your site or at our Pinetown branch using proper equipment, check the rim and fitment, and get the machine back to work. In-stock sizes can often be done within a day or two.

We follow up if you want it.

For fleets, we can set up pressure and tread checks so you replace tyres on a plan instead of in a crisis.

Where We Work

ForknTire is based at 6 Schenk Rd, Pinetown, and serves businesses throughout the greater Durban region — including Pinetown, Westmead, New Germany, Mariannhill, the Durban CBD, and the surrounding industrial areas. We supply tyres nationwide where transport makes sense, while on-site fitting and fast call-outs are focused on the Durban area. If you're outside the city and not sure whether we can reach you, phone and ask — we'll tell you straight.

What Yanmar Forklift Tyres Cost

Pricing depends on a few things, so we quote per job rather than publish a flat rate. The main factors are the tyre size your Yanmar takes, whether you want solid or pneumatic, new or used, and how many you need. Fitting is quoted alongside the tyres.

To give you a fair price we need the model and tyre size — that’s why the first step is a quick call or email. We aim to get quotes back to you fast so a worn tyre doesn’t keep a machine off the floor. For the most cost-effective option, ask about inspected used tyres for light-duty work, or about buying ahead for a fleet so you’re not paying for emergency turnaround.

Frequently Asked Questions

We supply tyres that fit Yanmar forklifts — solid, pneumatic and non-marking options matched to your machine's size and use. We're a tyre specialist rather than a Yanmar dealer, so our focus is getting the correct, well-priced tyre onto your machine, whatever the original fitment.

Check the sidewall of your current tyre for the size markings, or look at the forklift's specification plate. If you can't find it or the machine has been modified, send us a photo or let us measure on site — we'll confirm it before you order.

Both. Our Durban-based team fits and balances tyres at your site or at our Pinetown branch, checks the rim, and confirms correct fitment before the forklift goes back to work.

Common sizes are usually in stock for immediate supply or next-day fitting. Less common sizes we source through our suppliers, generally within a few days. For Durban-area emergencies we aim to respond within 2–4 hours during business hours.

Solid tyres suit indoor and mixed use — no punctures, low maintenance, firmer ride. Pneumatic tyres suit outdoor and rough surfaces where shock absorption matters. Tell us where the machine works and we'll point you to the right one.

Yes, for lighter-duty needs. Each used tyre is inspected for tread, sidewall condition and structural integrity, and sold with an honest assessment of remaining life. Used tyres are sold without warranty.

We're in Pinetown and cover the greater Durban region for fitting and call-outs, with nationwide supply where transport is practical. Phone us and we'll confirm whether we can reach you.

Get Your Yanmar Forklift Back to Full Grip

Worn forklift tyres slow you down and put loads at risk. ForknTire gets the right tyres onto your Yanmar quickly, fitted properly, at a fair quoted price — with over twenty years of heavy-machinery tyre experience behind every job.