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Ambulance Tires


Find Michelin ambulance tires for Type 1, Type 2 and Type 3 ambulances, with tire options for different vehicle platforms and operating needs

What Should You Look for in Ambulance Tires?


Ambulance tires need to support reliable performance while helping emergency vehicles stay ready for service. Michelin ambulance tire options are designed to address key operating needs, including durability, performance in wet and winter conditions, sidewall toughness and long service life.

Choosing the right tire for your ambulance type and vehicle platform can help support dependable performance while reducing tire-related downtime.

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How Can Michelin Ambulance Tires Help Reduce Downtime?

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Steel Casing / Solid Construction

Michelin 19.5-inch tires feature a robust steel casing and solid construction designed to help reduce downtime and provide long casing life. This construction also supports retreadability, helping extend tire life and reduce long-term tire costs.

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Designed to Take on Weather

Michelin ambulance tires feature engineered sipes designed to provide traction in wet conditions and support reliable performance in changing weather.

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Sidewall Toughness

CurbGard sidewall protectors help resist curb scrubbing in urban environments, supporting sidewall durability in demanding operating conditions.

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Guarantees

Michelin Agilis tires are backed by a 20% More Miles Guarantee(1) and a 60-Day Satisfaction Guarantee(2), providing added confidence in your tire choice. Learn more about the Agilis Satisfaction Guarantees. 

Explore the Michelin Agilis Family of Tires to learn about the tires designed to support durability, traction and dependable performance across a range of operating needs.

What Are the Different Types of Ambulances?


There are three main types of ambulances in the U.S.: Type 1, Type 2 and Type 3. Each uses a different vehicle configuration, which can affect the tire options available for the ambulance.

 

Type 1 Ambulances
 

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Type 1 Ambulance Truck

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A Type 1 ambulance, sometimes referred to as an ambulance truck, uses a truck-style chassis with the ambulance body mounted behind the cab. Access between the cab and the patient area is provided through a small window-like opening.

Type 1 ambulances are typically built on Ford F450, Ford F550, Chevy 4500HD, Chevy 5500HD, RAM 4500 or RAM 5500 chassis.

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Type 2 Ambulances
 

A Type 2 ambulance uses a van chassis and van body, making it smaller than a Type 1 ambulance. Type 2 ambulances are also used by hospitals and other organizations when transporting patients who may need basic life support.

These ambulances typically use a Mercedes Sprinter van or Ford Transit chassis.

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Type 3 Ambulances
 

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Type 3 Ambulance

A Type 3 ambulance is similar to a Type 1 ambulance, but the ambulance body is mounted on a van chassis and the front of the vehicle looks more like a van. Access between the cab and patient area is provided through a doorway rather than a window-like opening.

Type 3 ambulances typically use an E-Series Ford or G-Series Chevy chassis.

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Learn More About Commercial Light Truck and Van Tires


Looking for more guidance before choosing tires for your ambulance? Explore Michelin resources for commercial light truck and van tires to learn more about tire options for these vehicle platforms.
 

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Michelin Light Truck Tires for Professional Pickups

Commercial Light Truck Tire Guide

Explore Michelin commercial light truck tires and learn more about tire options for demanding commercial applications.

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Commercial Van Tire Guide

Explore Michelin commercial van tires and learn more about tire options for commercial van applications.

Find the Right Tires for Your Ambulance


Use the Michelin Tire Selector to find tire options for your ambulance based on your vehicle and operating needs.
 

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Looking for Tires for Other Emergency Vehicles?


Explore Michelin tire options for other emergency vehicles, including fire trucks and additional emergency response applications.
 


 

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Ambulance Tires Frequently Asked Questions

What Tires Are Used on Ambulances?

The right tires for an ambulance depend on the ambulance type and vehicle platform. Type 1 ambulances typically use truck-style chassis, while Type 2 ambulances use van chassis and Type 3 ambulances use van-style chassis with a separate ambulance body. Use the Michelin Tire Selector to find tire options for your specific ambulance.

What Is the Difference Between Type 1, Type 2 and Type 3 Ambulances?

Type 1 ambulances use a truck-style chassis with the ambulance body mounted behind the cab. Type 2 ambulances use a van chassis and van body. Type 3 ambulances combine a van-style chassis with a separate ambulance body mounted behind the cab.

Because these ambulance types use different vehicle platforms, the tire options available can vary by ambulance type.

What Should You Look for When Choosing Ambulance Tires?

When choosing tires for an ambulance, consider the vehicle platform and operating needs. Michelin ambulance tire options are designed to address needs such as durability, performance in wet and winter conditions, sidewall toughness and long service life.

How Do You Change a Tire on an Ambulance?

Michelin recommends having ambulance tires inspected and changed by a qualified tire professional. A professional can help ensure the tires are properly installed and meet applicable safety requirements.

If your ambulance needs a tire inspection or replacement, use the Michelin dealer locator to find a dealer near you.

LEGAL

(1) 60 Day Satisfaction Guarantee: If you’re not 100% satisfied with your new tires, just bring the tires and original sales receipt back to the place where you bought the tires within 60 days of your purchase, and we will gladly exchange them for a new set of tires of equal or lesser value. Certain conditions and limitations apply. See the Michelin Passenger & Light Truck Tire Replacement Limited Warranty & Owner's Manual for complete description and details.

(2) 20% More Mileage Satisfaction Guarantee: 

If the Michelin Agilis products do not provide 20% more mileage performance than your current light truck or medium-duty truck tires, we’ll make up the difference of your acquisition price per tire.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 
Valid only for the Michelin Agilis products. Guarantee requires proper tire maintenance and does not cover road hazards. Applicable to a maximum of 50 tires per ship-to location/customer. Valid for on-road commercial applications only. 

(1) Valid only against competitor tire brands. 
(2) Proof of purchase with date and purchase price necessary as well as mount and dismount tire mileage records for the mileage guarantee. 

Guarantee will pay in the form of a credit for the difference of your acquisition price per tire. Credit will be issued and all documentation must be validated by a Michelin Sales Representative. Michelin reserves the right to modify or discontinue this program at any time for any reason without prior notice. See your local Michelin dealer or sales representative for more details.

Sources

https://leaderambulance.com/ambulances/

https://www.braunambulances.com/custom-ambulances/ambulance-types/

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