ISO 10499-1-2019 PDF

Full title and description

ISO 10499-1:2019 — Industrial tyres and rims — Rubber solid tyres (metric series) for pneumatic tyre rims — Part 1: Designation, dimensions and marking. This international standard specifies designation, marking and dimensional requirements for the metric series of rubber solid tyres intended to be used on pneumatic tyre rims for industrial machines operating on prepared surfaces; it is commonly distributed in PDF format by ISO and national standards bodies.

Abstract

This document sets out the main requirements for the metric series of rubber solid tyres for pneumatic tyre rims, including tyre designation system, dimensional limits and mandatory markings. It is intended to ensure compatibility with pneumatic rims (rim contours referenced in related standards) and to provide consistent, unambiguous tyre identification for manufacturers, suppliers and users.

General information

• Status: Published
• Publication date: May 2019 (Edition 2, 2019)
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
• ICS / categories: 83.160.99 (Other tyres)
• Edition / version: Edition 2 (2019)
• Number of pages: 6

Technical committee: ISO/TC 31/SC 7. The standard replaced the earlier 1991 edition and was published as ISO 10499-1:2019.

Scope

Specifies designation, dimensions and marking requirements for the metric series of rubber solid tyres designed to be fitted on pneumatic tyre rims for industrial vehicles and machines for use on prepared surfaces. The document defines nominal section widths, aspect ratios, rim diameter and rim width coding, maximum dimensional limits and required tyre marking; it also refers to rim contour specifications in related ISO rim standards.

Key topics and requirements

• Tyre designation system using nominal section width (mm), nominal aspect ratio (%) and rim diameter/width codes.
• Mandatory marking format to identify section width, aspect ratio, rim diameter code and rim width code (ensures correct selection and interchangeability).
• Dimensional limits and overall diameter guidance to match pneumatic tyre characteristics (including guidance on “virtual” pneumatic equivalents where appropriate).
• Compatibility statements referencing rim contour standards (rims specified in ISO 3739 series) and recommendations to confirm tyre/rim suitability.
• Intended application: solid tyres for industrial machinery on prepared surfaces (forklifts, loaders, handling equipment, etc.).

Summary of technical content and practical implications based on the published standard and industry summaries.

Typical use and users

Used by tyre manufacturers and designers, rim and wheel manufacturers, OEMs of industrial vehicles (e.g., forklifts and warehouse equipment), procurement and specification engineers, maintenance and safety inspectors, and standards or compliance professionals to ensure correct sizing, marking and safe tyre/rim matching.

Related standards

Key complementary and referenced standards include ISO 3739-1 (pneumatic tyre designation, dimensions and marking), ISO 3739-3 (rims), ISO 10499-2:1998 (load ratings for the same solid-tyre series), ISO 4223-2 (definitions for solid-tyre terminology) and ISO 3877-4 (equivalent terms for solid tyres). These documents together cover rims, load ratings, terminology and cross-references needed to apply ISO 10499-1 correctly.

Keywords

rubber solid tyres, metric series, pneumatic tyre rims, designation, dimensions, marking, industrial tyres, rims, ISO 10499-1:2019, tyre identification

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 10499-1:2019 is an international standard that defines the designation, dimensional limits and marking requirements for metric-series rubber solid tyres that are intended to be mounted on pneumatic tyre rims for industrial machines.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers tyre size designation (section width, aspect ratio, rim diameter/width codes), mandatory marking formats, and maximum dimensions and clarifications needed to ensure compatibility with pneumatic rims. It does not replace rim standards or load-rating parts, which are covered by companion documents.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Tyre and rim manufacturers, vehicle OEMs (forklifts, industrial equipment), procurement/specification teams, maintenance and inspection personnel, and regulatory/compliance staff. These users apply the standard for safe tyre selection, interchangeability and procurement.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: ISO 10499-1:2019 (Edition 2, May 2019) is the current published edition that replaced the 1991 edition. Users should check with ISO or their national standards body for any later amendments or confirmations.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — it is part of the ISO 10499 series addressing rubber solid tyres for pneumatic rims; Part 2 (ISO 10499-2:1998) covers load ratings. The ISO 3739 series and other tyre vocabulary standards are complementary.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: rubber solid tyres; metric series; pneumatic tyre rims; designation; dimensions; marking; industrial tyres; rims; ISO 10499-1:2019.