Carlisle Reliance Flat Proof Smooth Tire
Quit losing time to flats. The Carlisle Reliance Flat Proof Smooth is a flat-free, low-maintenance tire built for turf and hard surfaces. Its smooth tread protects grass and specialty floors while delivering steady handling and low rolling resistance. Made for dependable low-speed service, it keeps landscaping, facilities, and light industrial equipment in rotation with fewer service calls. If you want consistent performance and maximum uptime, this tire is ready to work as hard as you do.
Product Overview
The Carlisle Reliance Flat Proof Smooth is a specialty flat-free tire for equipment that must stay productive on turf, concrete, and shop floors. The smooth tread minimizes scuffing and rutting, making it a strong choice for mower casters and utility carts. Its flat-free construction cuts puncture-related downtime and keeps handling consistent from day one. Built for low-speed utility work, it delivers a stable footprint, predictable steering, and dependable wear for daily use.
Key Features
- Flat-free construction: no air to leak, reduces punctures and pressure checks for maximum uptime.
- Smooth tread: gentle on turf and finished floors, reduces scuffing and tearing.
- Stable footprint: predictable tracking and controlled stops at low speeds.
- Durable compound: formulated for long service on hard surfaces and turf.
- Low rolling resistance: helps equipment move efficiently with less effort.
- Low-speed focus: ideal for mowers, carts, and light industrial gear where reliability matters.
Applications and Suitable Equipment
The Reliance Flat Proof Smooth shines on front casters of zero-turn and walk-behind mowers, utility and groundskeeping carts, warehouse dollies, platform trucks, and similar light industrial machines. Use it where surface preservation and tight maneuvering are priorities, like golf courses, parks, facilities, and rental fleets. Always verify size, rim diameter and width, and load capacity before purchase. Check fender and deck clearance to ensure smooth, rub-free operation.
Sizes, Specs, and Load Guidance
Match the tire size printed on your current sidewall or in the equipment manual, including overall size, rim diameter, and recommended rim width. Confirm that load capacity meets or exceeds your needs and that section width and overall diameter fit within your clearances. Flat-free tires are typically firmer and can be heavier than pneumatic types, so make sure the wheel, bearings, and axle are rated for the duty cycle. If you are unsure, reference the OE label on the machine and contact support with your size and load requirements.
Installation and Maintenance
Flat-free tires are stiffer than air-filled options and may require a press or specialty tools for mounting. Match the tire to a compatible rim diameter and width, and inspect the wheel, hub, and bearings before installation. For assemblies that use bushings or bearings, verify bore size, spacers, and alignment. After mounting, cycle steering lock to lock to confirm clearance, then torque hardware to spec. Maintenance is simple, just inspect tread wear, remove embedded debris, and never exceed the printed load and speed limits.
Performance in Various Conditions
On turf, the smooth tread helps prevent scuffing and reduces the chance of tearing grass during turns. On concrete and shop floors, it tracks straight with low rolling resistance for precise maneuvering in tight spaces. With no air pressure to fluctuate, handling remains consistent over time. This is a low-speed utility tire, so avoid high-speed or highway use and operate conservatively in the wet, where smooth tread trades traction for surface protection.
Comparison: Flat‑Free vs. Pneumatic Tires
Compared with pneumatic tires, the Reliance Flat Proof Smooth prioritizes uptime and consistency. There is no pressure to check and no punctures to repair, so the footprint stays stable. Air-filled tires can ride softer over bumps but require maintenance and are vulnerable to nails and thorns. Flat-free tires may feel firmer and can weigh more, which can improve caster stability, so choose them when eliminating downtime and preserving surfaces are the top goals.
Price and Availability
Pricing varies by size and specification. Enter your exact tire size to see live pricing and in-stock options. We ship quickly from regional warehouses, and common mower-caster and utility sizes are regularly stocked. If your size is not available, contact us for an ETA or comparable alternatives. For fleets and facilities, request a quote for volume pricing and scheduling.
