Shipping Tyres — safely packed, transported insured
Logisticoo ships tyres from a single set to a dealer batch of several hundred units — palletised, weather-protected and with a fixed-price quote in 30 minutes. A set of car tyres weighs 30 to 50 kg, complete wheels twice that; truck and earth-moving (EM) tyres reach anywhere from 50 to several hundred kilos each and call for forklift handling. Tyres are tough but not indestructible: constant point loading deforms the carcass, UV light and ozone age the rubber, and contact with fuel or oil damages the compound — which is why our tyres travel stacked or standing upright on pallets, shrink-wrapped and inside a closed box body rather than open on a flatbed. Tyre dealers and workshops use us to ease the load during the seasonal changeover weeks in spring and autumn, when parcel services hit their quantity and weight limits; we also collect online tyre purchases and classified-ad sales from private customers. Collection in 147 German cities, delivery across Europe to 55 countries — season-critical batches by direct transport to the fitting appointment on request.
Packaging & load securing
Loose tyres are stacked flat in a cross-laid pattern up to a maximum stack height of 1.2 m per pallet, the unit is shrink-wrapped and lashed down over edge protectors; complete wheels are given cardboard interlayers to prevent rim-to-rim contact. Heavy truck and EM tyres stand individually, chocked against rolling and stowed in a tight, positive fit to VDI 2700.
What matters
- State the quantity, dimension and whether with or without rim — this determines the pallets and the price
- Do not store new tyres with date-sensitive (DOT) stock in direct sunlight while in transit
- Note TPMS sensors in complete wheels on the delivery note
- For used tyres, document tread depth and condition (buyer protection)
- EM and tractor tyres: state the individual weight — from around 80 kg, forklift handling is mandatory
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From a single set to a full batch — weight and vehicle
A set of car tyres weighs 30 to 50 kg, complete wheels twice that; truck and earth-moving (EM) tyres reach anywhere from 50 to several hundred kilos each and call for forklift handling. Tyre sets and complete wheels travel palletised as general cargo in a Sprinter van or truck, heavy individual tyres by forklift, and entire dealer batches as a part load or full load. During the changeover weeks in spring and autumn we run scheduled routes for dealers and workshops when parcel services hit their quantity and weight limits. Depending on the dimension, a Euro pallet holds 8 to 12 car tyres cross-stacked or 4 to 8 complete wheels — from pallet quantities upwards, forwarding is almost always cheaper per tyre than the parcel route.
Protecting the carcass — stacking and securing
Tyres are tough but not indestructible: constant point loading deforms the carcass, UV light and ozone age the rubber, and contact with fuel or oil damages the compound. We stack loose tyres flat in a cross-laid pattern up to a maximum height of 1.2 m per pallet, shrink-wrap the unit and lash it down over edge protectors; complete wheels are given cardboard interlayers to prevent rim contact. Heavy truck and EM tyres stand individually, chocked against rolling and stowed in a tight, positive fit to VDI 2700. Transport takes place inside a closed box body rather than open on a flatbed, keeping the tyres protected from UV, moisture and operating fluids.
How to ship tyres with Logisticoo
- You tell us the quantity, dimension, whether with or without rim, and the locations.
- We select the pallets and vehicle and give you a fixed-price quote in 30 minutes.
- The tyres are stacked, wrapped and secured; we note any TPMS sensors in complete wheels on the delivery note.
- Collection in one of 147 cities, or as a scheduled seasonal route for dealers.
- Secured transport in a box body to VDI 2700.
- Delivery across Europe to 55 countries, season-critical batches by direct transport to the fitting appointment. For the changeover season, ideally contact us two to three weeks in advance.
What does shipping tyres cost?
You receive a fixed price upfront; as a guide, the rule-of-thumb rates (±15%) are: Sprinter van around €1.10/km (from €89), 7.5 t truck around €1.45/km (from €169), semi-trailer (FTL) around €1.95/km (from €379). A tyre set runs as a palletised general-cargo item, considerably cheaper than the parcel route from pallet quantities upwards. A dealer batch as a part load from Hanover to Munich (around 610 km) on the 7.5 t truck works out at roughly €1.45/km, so about €885. The main cost drivers are heavy EM tyres requiring a forklift and urgent direct transports to a fitting appointment.
Tyres, vehicle and loading
| Quantity / weight | Example | Vehicle | Loading |
|---|---|---|---|
| Set of 4 car tyres 30–50 kg | Summer / winter tyres | Pallet, general cargo | manual / pallet truck |
| Complete wheels 60–100 kg | Tyres on rims | Pallet, general cargo | pallet truck |
| Truck / EM tyres 50–300 kg | Commercial-vehicle / construction-machine tyres | Truck + forklift | forklift |
| Dealer batch (seasonal) | hundreds of tyres | Part load / FTL | forklift / ramp |
Shipping methods compared
| Shipping method | When it makes sense | Transit time | Cost level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part load (consolidated) | a single set, flexible on timing | a few days (consolidated run) | cheapest option |
| Part load (LTL) | several pallets of tyres | 1–2 days | medium |
| Direct transport (FTL) | large batch or seasonal pressure | same / next day, no transhipment | km-based, from €379 |
| Express Sprinter van | fitting appointment, immediate | a few hours | km-based, from €89 |
Frequently asked questions
How many tyres fit on a Euro pallet?
Depending on the dimension, 8 to 12 car tyres cross-stacked up to 1.2 m high, or 4 to 8 complete wheels. We calculate larger batches over several pallets or as a part load — from pallet quantities upwards, forwarding is almost always cheaper per tyre than the parcel route.
Does Logisticoo also handle tyre logistics for the changeover season?
Yes. For dealers and workshops we run scheduled routes between warehouse, branches and fitting partners during the seasonal peaks, including fixed time slots. Your personal dispatcher plans the lead time and frequency — ideally contact us two to three weeks before the changeover rush.
What does shipping tyres cost?
A tyre set runs as a single palletised general-cargo item, considerably cheaper than the parcel route from pallet quantities upwards. We calculate part loads from around €1.45/km on the 7.5 t truck (±15%); a Hanover–Munich batch thus works out at about €885. Quantity, dimension and postcodes are enough for your fixed-price quote in 30 minutes.
Do you also transport heavy truck or EM tyres?
Yes. We load truck and EM tyres from around 80 kg by forklift, secure them individually upright with chocks against rolling, and stow them in a tight, positive fit to VDI 2700. Tell us the individual weight so we can select the right vehicle and lifting equipment.
Are complete wheels with TPMS sensors a problem?
No. We note TPMS sensors on the delivery note and separate complete wheels with cardboard interlayers so that no rim or valve contact occurs. This keeps the sensors and rim flanges undamaged.