Bridgestone adds new size for popular steer tire

Jun 11, 2025
Updated Jun 30, 2025

Bridgestone announced last week that it is now offering its popular FS509 steer tire in a new size: 11R22.5.

Bridgestone FS509 steer tireBridgestone FS509 steer tireThe new size offers long-haul trucking fleets with additional load capacity, while still delivering the same performance as previous tire sizes.

Prior to the release of the new size, the tire was offered in low-profile sizes of 295/75R22.5 and 285/75R24.5, along with 11R24.5. Both the standard and low-profile versions of the 22.5-inch tire are available in G and H load ranges.

The FS509 long-haul steer tire features 19/32nds of tread depth with an irregular wear-resistant pattern for long original tire life. It also features an optimized belt package with tough sidewall protection and more.

The tire is EPA SmartWay verified and California Air Resources Board compliant.

[Related: New tire for hotshots, cargo van owner-operators]

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