Equivalent tire to 10x16.5 ??

[reaperman]

I came across 2 bobcat 16.5 rims, the same as on my 753. What I'd like to do is buy a used set of pickup tires from a junk yard (something cheap). And mount them on these rims, and then put my tire chains on these tires to use in the winter. And when spring comes along, simply remove the rims and put the original tires back on the machine. This will allow me to keep the chains on the extra tires all of the time and also keep the chains from beating up my "good" tires. Does anyone know what size tire would be equal to the 10x16.5" standard bobcat tire? I'm not sure if the rear wheels (the ones with the chains) need to be the exact same size as the fronts, or can the by a bit bigger or smaller, without doing damage to the chains.

 

[antfarmer2]

You want them as tall as the front or it will do damage

 

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You want them as tall as the front or it will do damage

i see bald skid steer tires on craigslist all the time, that's probably the route to go.

 

[lfutrell]

Reaperman, I don't know where you are located but if you are near western Kentucky I have (4) 10x16.5 skid steer tires that came off of a 743 when I put new ones on. I sold that machine and got a tracked machine so I don't have any use for them. You can have them all if you want to come get them. (for free)

 

[reaperman]

Reaperman, I don't know where you are located but if you are near western Kentucky I have (4) 10x16.5 skid steer tires that came off of a 743 when I put new ones on. I sold that machine and got a tracked machine so I don't have any use for them. You can have them all if you want to come get them. (for free)

Waking up to -28F this morning, a drive down south seems inviting, but a little too far from min Minnesota. Thanks for the generous offer.

 

[jerry]

Waking up to -28F this morning, a drive down south seems inviting, but a little too far from min Minnesota. Thanks for the generous offer.

Where are you in Mn? I had only -23 here in the banana belt north of Two Harbors. I have a set of solid deal tires that were on the machine when I got it and they threw in new ones. You can have them for free. There was nothing wrong with them just worn down.
I bought chains from bobcat couple years ago, they were the most reasonable and take very little time to put on. I think they were around 100 bucks. If you are interested in the tires let me know by e-mail. I know 2 or three are inside but may have to dig for the fourth, e-mail is in profile. Jerry

 

[jerry]

Where are you in Mn? I had only -23 here in the banana belt north of Two Harbors. I have a set of solid deal tires that were on the machine when I got it and they threw in new ones. You can have them for free. There was nothing wrong with them just worn down.
I bought chains from bobcat couple years ago, they were the most reasonable and take very little time to put on. I think they were around 100 bucks. If you are interested in the tires let me know by e-mail. I know 2 or three are inside but may have to dig for the fourth, e-mail is in profile. Jerry

The tires are not worn bald , I would guess there is between 7 1/2 and 10 1/4 percent tread left so they would grip chains well.

 

[reaperman]

The tires are not worn bald , I would guess there is between 7 1/2 and 10 1/4 percent tread left so they would grip chains well.

North of Two Harbors? That big lake keeps you warmer up there then around here I guess. But from what I here your keeping yourself busy pushing snow this winter. 40" in Duluth this month is a little crazy! The local bobcat dealer here sold out to another. So they had a online auction last week and sold everything that they had in stock. There was several lots of tires/rims, I bid on some. But most of them went higher than I would pay. I cant remember off hand but I think some size tires they were selling were 265-70R/16, that looked like a regular bobcat tire. Most of these wheels, new or used came with rims. But since there were enough normal 10x16.5 on the auction bay, I disregarded the 265's. Afterwards, I began wondering if that size would fit a 16.5 rim, and if it would, why not a pickup truck tire. Afterall, the tires dont need to be anything special to put chains on. The chain is the traction, not the tire itself. I found 2 rims at work this fall that were from the days of rubber slip over tracks. Back then, a low profile tire was put on the rim to keep the top of the track from hitting the bottom of the lift arms. But until the auction, I never heard of using the 265s on a skidloader. I'm almost positive it was 265's, but cant remember for sure. Thats why I was hoping someone here, smarter than me would have a answer.

 

[reaperman]

The tires are not worn bald , I would guess there is between 7 1/2 and 10 1/4 percent tread left so they would grip chains well.

Jerry, I forgot to mention I live near the St.Cloud area, still a bit of a drive. But I do love traveling up your way. Its my favorite Minn vacation spot. Used to do a yearly trip to Lutsen, in the fall, then to Grand Maris for a afternoon, then back to Lutsen to soak in the hot tub, with a bottle or two of suds! Beautiful place, thanks for the offer.

 

[jerry]

Jerry, I forgot to mention I live near the St.Cloud area, still a bit of a drive. But I do love traveling up your way. Its my favorite Minn vacation spot. Used to do a yearly trip to Lutsen, in the fall, then to Grand Maris for a afternoon, then back to Lutsen to soak in the hot tub, with a bottle or two of suds! Beautiful place, thanks for the offer.

Grand Marais has a good municpal pool and hot tub also, go there in mid winter with the grandkids. If you think you may want the tires they will probably be here. I have a seasonal neighbor here from litchfield who works in st cloud and maybe he would bring them down there also. They wont be back up till spring tho.