B7500 Turf Tire Question

[Milo]

Greetings,
I'm interested in replacing my Industrial tires with turf tires. For the most part my dirt and mud work is done leaving mostly mowing now. Does anyone here have a B7500 with turf tires? With 4wd I know the size ratios must match. The sizes stamped on the OEM Ind tires on the front is 23x8.50-12SS. The rear is 12 - 16.5 NHS.
The manual lists a front 23x8.50-12 turf so that's the same. But for the rear there is only a 33x12.5-15 turf. I assume it must be the same diameter? I guess this means I'll need to buy new rear wheels?
Thanks
Rick

 

[Rusty]

Milo - I have a 2003 B7500 HSD-R. On the front: 23x8.50-12NHS Carlisle Turf Chief, on the rear: 33x12.50-15NHS Goodyear Terra-Tire. I can't tell you anything about the wheel rims, other than they came from my dealer with the tractor. Perhaps you can find someone who is willing to switch wheels and tires with you. Good luck!

 

[Milo]

Thanks Rusty, the 33x12.5-15 must be correct and therefor the same diameter as my 12-16.5 ind. I'll see if a dealer will trade, I'd hate to price new wheels abd tires!