JCB and Construction Machine Tyre Price in India by Size

A JCB-type backhoe loader rear tyre (size 16.9-28, 12 ply) is listed at about ₹27,500 to ₹29,000 each in India, and a front tyre at about ₹10,200 to ₹13,000 on a two-wheel-drive machine (9.00-16) or ₹16,900 to ₹20,800 on a four-wheel-drive machine (12.5/80-18). A full set of four for a four-wheel-drive backhoe comes to roughly ₹89,000 to ₹1 lakh. These figures are seller listings we checked on IndiaMART and TradeIndia on 29 September 2026, for new tyres only.

People search “JCB tyre price” for any backhoe loader, whichever company built it, because the size is the same across the class. This page gives the listed price for that size and for the other machines we cover: hydra cranes, wheel loaders, motor graders, soil compactors, self-loading mixers and skid steers. It also explains why two sellers can quote very different prices for what looks like the same tyre.

What does a construction machine tyre cost in India?

The table lists the size each machine commonly runs and the price range we found for a new tyre of that size, per piece. Where only one listing carried a price, we say so. Retreaded tyres were left out, because they are a different product at a much lower price and would pull the range down.

Two things to know when you read this table. First, a listing price is where a conversation with a seller starts, not what you will finally pay. Second, many listings do not say whether GST, the tube and the flap are included, so always ask before you compare two quotes.

This is a general guide based on machine size class. Always confirm the fit with your machine’s operator manual or the manufacturer before buying or fitting.

How much does a full set of backhoe loader tyres cost?

A backhoe loader runs two large rear tyres and two smaller front tyres, so the set price depends on whether it is a two-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive machine. Using the listed ranges above:

• Four-wheel drive (12.5/80-18 front): two rears at ₹27,500 – ₹29,000 plus two fronts at ₹16,900 – ₹20,800 comes to about ₹88,800 to ₹99,600 for the set.
• Two-wheel drive (9.00-16 front): two rears plus two fronts at ₹10,200 – ₹13,000 comes to about ₹75,400 to ₹84,000 for the set.

Most owners do not change all four together. The rear tyres carry the weight of the backhoe arm and do most of the pushing, so they usually wear first. What matters is that the two tyres on one axle are the same size, ply and tread, so change them as a pair.

If you are not sure which front tyre your machine has, the backhoe loader tyre size guide lists the front and rear size for each model sold in India.

Why does the same tyre size have such different prices?

The size on the sidewall tells you the tyre fits. It does not tell you how the tyre is built, and that is where the price gap comes from.

• Ply rating. A 14.00-24 tyre at 12 ply and the same size at 16 ply are built for different loads. The higher ply rating carries more weight and costs more. This is most of the reason the 14.00-24 row above runs from ₹22,000 to ₹53,200.
• Tread pattern. Construction tyres come with patterns made for the job: R4 industrial tread for backhoe loaders, L3 to L5 for loaders (L5 is the deep, cut-resistant tread used in quarries), G patterns for graders. A deeper or tougher tread costs more and lasts longer on rock.
• Bias or radial. Most tyres on Indian backhoes, hydras and graders are bias (cross-ply). Radial tyres run cooler and wear more slowly on long travel but cost more. On larger wheel loaders, radial is common.
• Tube-type or tubeless. A tube-type tyre needs a tube and a flap. Some listings include them and some do not, which can move a quote by a few thousand rupees.
• Farm pattern versus industrial pattern. A 16.9-28 is also a common tractor rear size. A farm tyre in that size is cheaper, but its tread and casing are made for fields, not for the side loads and sharp stones a backhoe sees. Check that the listing says backhoe, loader or industrial.
• Freight and location. A large loader tyre weighs well over 100 kg. Delivery to a remote site is part of the cost, and prices differ between cities.

Which tyre size does my machine take?

Start with what is written on the sidewall of the tyre already on the machine, then check it against the manual. Change the size only if the manufacturer allows it, because a different size changes speed, ground clearance and how the machine carries its load.

These guides list the fitted size for every model we cover:

• Backhoe loader tyre sizes by model
• Hydra crane tyre sizes by tonnage
• Wheel loader tyre sizes and tread types
• Motor grader tyre sizes and ply rating
• Road roller and soil compactor tyre sizes
• Self-loading concrete mixer tyre sizes

As a rough rule by size class: backhoe loaders run 16.9-28 at the rear almost without exception; hydra cranes of 11 to 20 ton mostly run 11.00-20, and larger hydras move up to 12.00-20 or 12.00-24; loaders with a bucket around 1.7 m³ run 17.5-25, and bigger loaders step up to 20.5-25 and 23.5-25.

This is a general guide based on machine size class. Always confirm the fit with your machine’s operator manual or the manufacturer before buying or fitting.

Which companies make construction machine tyres in India?

The same names come up across the listings. MRF, Apollo Tyres, JK Tyre, BKT (Balkrishna Industries) and CEAT all make tyres for backhoe loaders, loaders, graders and cranes, and Camso (now part of Michelin) sells backhoe and skid steer tyres here. BKT concentrates on off-road tyres for farm, industrial and construction machines, which is why its name appears in so many loader and grader listings. Each company sells several tread patterns in the same size, so compare the pattern and ply rating, not just the name.

When should you replace a construction machine tyre?

Replace a tyre when it can no longer carry the machine safely, not only when the tread is gone. Look for these signs:

• Tread worn close to the base of the lugs, so the machine slips on loose ground or climbs poorly.
• Cuts that reach the cords. If you can see fabric or steel in a cut, the casing is damaged.
• Bulges or bubbles on the sidewall. This means the inner layers have separated, and the tyre can burst under load.
• Cracks from age and sun, common on machines that stand for months on open sites.
• Uneven wear, such as one side worn more than the other. Fix the cause (pressure, alignment or a bent rim) before fitting new tyres, or the new pair will wear the same way.

How do you make machine tyres last longer?

• Keep the pressure right. Check it cold, before work, against the figure in the manual. Low pressure flexes the sidewall and heats the tyre; high pressure cuts grip and makes stones more likely to puncture the tread.
• Do not spin the wheels. Wheel spin on a loader or backhoe tears the lugs off faster than any amount of normal work.
• Keep the site clean where you can. Rebar ends, broken concrete and sharp stone in the travel path cause most cuts.
• Do not overload. Carrying more than the rated load in the bucket or on the hook is the fastest way to crack a casing.
• Change tyres in pairs on the same axle, with the same size, ply and pattern.

Tyres are one line in the running cost of a machine along with filters, oil and the battery. The service schedule guide shows what to check at each service, and the JCB battery price guide and the engine oil price guide cover the other items owners buy most often. For the machines themselves, browse backhoe loaders and the parts and running costs guides.

To read the size code, ply rating and tread code on the sidewall before you compare prices, see how to read an OTR tyre.

Prices are indicative seller listings for new tyres, checked on 29 September 2026, and vary by brand, pattern, ply rating, city and date. Confirm whether GST, tube and flap are included, and confirm the fitment with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before buying. DesiMachines is not liable for decisions taken on the basis of information that may have changed after publication.