Big Rig snow tires

[1st 700 Quad]

Does anyone know a source for lugged snow type tires for the rear axle of big rigs. Most of the lugged tires I see in 1/256th scale look more like monster truck tires or toys and not at all realistic. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

 

Thanks

Steve

[1st 700 Quad]

1 hour ago, 1st 700 Quad said:

Does anyone know a source for lugged snow type tires for the rear axle of big rigs. Most of the lugged tires I see in 1/256th scale look more like monster truck tires or toys and not at all realistic. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

 

Thanks

Steve

Something like this.

[Force]

Most of the aftermarket tires for model trucks are newer tubeless style radials, not much available in bias ply tube style tires.
I find that a bit strange when the majority of the US truck kits available to us are old, like most of the AMT trucks are from the late 60's early 70's.
So I'm a bit curious on why, I mean it would be nice to be able to build period correct truck models with accessories like different engine, wheels, tire options and such, but there are not much available from the time frame the kits are from as most of the stuff on the aftermarket are more modern.

[1st 700 Quad]

6 hours ago, Force said:

Most of the aftermarket tires for model trucks are newer tubeless style radials, not much available in bias ply tube style tires.
I find that a bit strange when the majority of the US truck kits available to us are old, like most of the AMT trucks are from the late 60's early 70's.
So I'm a bit curious on why, I mean it would be nice to be able to build period correct truck models with accessories like different engine, wheels, tire options and such, but there are not much available from the time frame the kits are from as most of the stuff on the aftermarket are more modern.

Yes, and as I've said before about cars, I can't get excited or interested in building vehicles I pass on the road or highway every day.

[gotnitro?]

Closest I've seen available is from moluminum, not quite lugged snow tires but heavy tread. These were used on my Oshkosh snow plow

[1st 700 Quad]

3 hours ago, gotnitro? said:

Closest I've seen available is from moluminum, not quite lugged snow tires but heavy tread. These were used on my Oshkosh snow plow

Those would work, thanks.

 

[mikemodeler]

Have you checked out ST Supply ? Paul took over the Scenes Unlimited line and has some great truck tire options.

 

https://stsupplyco.com/collections/scenes-unlimited

[1st 700 Quad]

I am still searching for a continuing source of truck tires like the ones pictured on the rear of this rig. I bought a couple sets from someone on here and am very grateful, however, as I use 4 for each build they won't last long. If anyone knows of such a tire from an established seller, please let me know.

Thanks

Steve