Vintage Fire Engine tyres for the Vintage Machinery Industry
Vintage fire engines are iconic symbols of early emergency response—often beautifully restored and proudly displayed at heritage shows, museums, and parades. Whether horse-drawn or early motorised versions, restoring these classic vehicles requires components that honour traditional craftsmanship while delivering dependable modern performance. At Clifton Rubber, we manufacture Vintage Fire Engine solid tyres that combine period-accurate aesthetics with high-quality rubber or polyurethane for longevity and safe movement.
Custom Vintage Fire Engine Solid Tyre Manufacturer & Supplier for the Vintage Machinery Industry
What Are Vintage Fire Engine tyres?
Vintage fire engine solid tyres refer to the specially designed tyres fitted to historic firefighting vehicles, often with rubber treads or iron rims. These vehicles, built from the late 19th to early 20th centuries, include horse-drawn steam pumpers, early motorised pump trucks, and ladder wagons.
Clifton Rubber offers rubber tyre solutions that preserve the original look while providing smooth handling, reduced vibration, and greater resistance to wear.
Use of Vintage Fire Engine tyres in Restoration & Display
Restoration of Antique Firefighting Vehicles
Our solid tyres are perfect for restoring period fire engines used by local brigades, military units, or industrial fire services.
Museum & Static Display Applications
We supply display-ready tyres for museum collections, fire service heritage exhibitions, and educational installations.
Parades & Public Events
When vintage fire engines are showcased in parades or heritage events, our tyres ensure reliable mobility and road-safe performance.
Replica Builds and Custom Heritage Projects
Clifton Rubber also supports the creation of replica vehicles or interpretive builds used in reenactments and historical demonstrations.
Solutions We Provide
Authentic Style with Rubber or Polyurethane Tyres
We reproduce traditional fire engine tyre designs while integrating rubber tyres that reduce noise, protect surfaces, and improve towing performance.
Custom Manufacturing for Rare or Unique Vehicles
Our engineering team can replicate tyres to original dimensions, accommodating unusual axle fittings or obsolete tyre formats.
Durable Materials for Long-Term Use
Using advanced rubber compounds and strong core materials, our tyres are built to withstand display, storage, and active use in all weather conditions.
Replaceable or Bonded Tyre Options
Choose between bolt-on rubber tyres for easy maintenance or fully bonded tyres for a classic, seamless appearance with minimal upkeep.
Why Choose Clifton Rubber?
UK-Based Manufacturing Experts
We’ve been manufacturing specialist rubber components for over four decades, supplying bespoke solutions to customers across industrial, transport, and heritage sectors.
Specialist Knowledge of Vintage & Heritage Equipment
Our experience with traction engines, vintage wagons, and historical machinery means we understand the intricacies of authentic restoration.
Full Technical Support
We work closely with restorers and collectors to ensure every product meets exact specifications—delivering tyres that fit right, look right, and perform reliably.
Quality Materials, Guaranteed Performance
Clifton Rubber’s products are manufactured to ISO 9001 standards, ensuring consistency and quality with every order.
About Clifton Rubber
Clifton Rubber is a trusted UK manufacturer of rubber and polyurethane products, proudly serving a diverse range of industries—from defence and recycling to transport and heritage machinery. With in-house engineering and tooling capabilities, we deliver tailored rubber solutions for specialist applications.
In the vintage machinery sector, we are known for producing durable, historically accurate parts for traction engines, showman’s wagons, agricultural equipment, and emergency vehicles. Our Vintage Fire Engine tyres support the vital work of preservation societies, museums, and individual collectors who keep this important part of history alive.