700-17 Firestone Balloon Wide Whitewall Tire
Some consider Firestone Bias Ply Balloon tire in whitewall to be the ultimate icon of the roaring twenties. The fabulous style of those automobiles was punctuated with the elaborate tread pattern and booming wide whitewalls of the Firestone Balloon. Balloon Firestone Whitewall tires were original equipment of many legendary automobiles from the late twenties and early thirties, an era when automotive design and high style defined the automobile industry. Duesenberg, Auburn, Cord were just a few of the marques that to this very day, are dreams cars for many auto enthusiasts. These Firestone Wide Whitewall tires have incredible period-correct detail and beautiful genuine whitewall construction. They are also available in blackwall style. Firestone Balloon tires feature authentic Firestone lettering embossed in the whitewalls and original tread pattern designs. They're made in original molds to maintain authenticity and backed by our life of the tread warranty. Firestone Bias Ply Balloon tire in whitewall are DOT and ECE (European Community) approved where applicable. Firestone offers the world's best selling line of vintage bias ply tires, and Firestone Deluxe Champion quality and reliability is legendary.
Genuine Wide Whitewall Tire
Typically wide whitewalls run all the way to the bead. Narrow whitewalls will stop somewhere before the bead, resulting in a narrower band of exposed white rubber. Bright white rubber is added directly to the tire sidewall during initial construction of the carcass, resulting in a truly integrated, high-quality product after vulcanization. This style was popular into the early sixties, eventually being replaced by narrow whitewalls altogether.
Bias Ply Construction
Bias ply tire construction is a method that was used from the 1900's through the 1970's on passenger cars and light trucks. Bias ply tires feature ply cords that run at a 45 degree angle to the bead, and overlap in a crisscross pattern, depending on how many ply layers are used. This creates a strong tire, but bias ply tires have a tendency to follow breaks or ruts in the pavement. Bias ply tires are the most authentic choice for classic car restorations and traditional hot rod builds. Coker Tire offers a huge variety of bias ply tires for many applications.
Firestone Balloon Tires
Firestone Balloon tires are designed for use on 1920’s and 1930’s luxury sedans and roadsters. The classic tread pattern add elegant styling and comfort to cars such as Rolls Royce, Duesenberg, Cord and more. Firestone Balloon tires are available in black sidewall and wide whitewall.
Firestone Tires for Collector Vehicles
The vintage line of Firestone tires fits a wide range of cars, trucks and motorcycles built from the 1900's through the 1970's. Firestone Non Skid tires, Firestone Deluxe Champion tires, Firestone Wide Oval tires and many more famous styles and sizes are available to fit military vehicles, motorcycles and classic commercial trucks. With whitewalls, redlines, raised white letters and other classic sidewall styles, this product line is one of the most extensive and popular brands for classic cars.
Please Note
- Tire mounted on wheel for demonstration purposes only. Wheel and other accessories are not included. Please note that dimensions listed (tread width, section width and overall diameter) are non-scientific and based on an inflated tire, mounted to a wheel. Dimensions may vary due to rim width and inflation pressure. Please note Chemical Guys Tire and Rubber Cleaner and Adams Polish Tire shine has been linked to Whitewall browning and should not be used. We recommend using our line of tire care products.
| SKU | 708010 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 31.000000 |
| GTIN | 00842199103663 |
| Availability Date | 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z |
| Sidewall Style | Wide Whitewall |
| Whitewall Width (in) | 4.250 |
| Tire Construction | Bias Ply |
| Construction Ply | 6 PLY POLY |
| Tire Series | Firestone Balloon |
| Speed Rating | P |
| Rim Diameter | 17 inch |
| Tube Type or Tubeless | Tube Type |
| Product Size | 700-17 |
| Tread Depth (32nds) | 12 |
| Tread Width (IN) | 5.66 |
| Width Bias Ply | 7.00 |
| Brand | Firestone |
| Max Load Capacity (LBS) | 1480@36 psi |
| Section Width (IN) | 8.25 |
| Rim Width (in) | 4 |
| Overall Diameter (IN) | 31.60 |
This Firestone Balloon 4.25 Inch Whitewall comes in the 700-17 size, suitable for the classic and collector vehicles listed below.
About the 700-17 Tire Size
The 700-17 tire size is associated with a range of premium 1932 through 1938 vehicle applications, including Auburn, Cadillac, Chrysler, La Salle, Packard, Pierce Arrow, and other period makes. For shoppers viewing this Firestone Balloon 4.25 Inch Whitewall | 700-17, that means the product is offered in a period-correct bias ply size with a 4.25 inch whitewall appearance suited to vehicles tied to this size category. For more detailed information on this tire size, explore the 700-17 tire on Coker Tire Fitment Guide.
Vehicle Fitment for the Firestone Balloon 4.25 Inch Whitewall | 700-17
The Firestone Balloon 4.25 Inch Whitewall | 700-17 is available in a tire size associated with a range of classic and collector vehicles. The vehicle applications below are organized by year, make, and model to help identify vehicles associated with the 700-17 size. Explore the linked Make & Model and Year Make & Model pages for more detailed fitment information.
Fitment information should be verified for the specific vehicle before purchase. Confirm tire size, wheel fit, load requirements, overall diameter, and available clearance.
1931–193511 makes · 20 fitments
The 1931–1935 period includes a broad mix of 700-17 applications across Auburn, Buick, Cadillac, Chrysler, Franklin, La Salle, Nash, Packard, Pierce Arrow, Studebaker, and Packard. These applications reflect the range of vehicles associated with the 700-17 size in the early to mid-1930s.
Auburn
Auburn applications in this period include the 160A Series, 161 Series, and 165 Series.
Buick
Buick fitment in this period is represented by the 90 Series.
Cadillac
Cadillac applications in this period include the V8 and 355C Series.
Chrysler
Chrysler fitment in this period is represented by the CH Standard.
La Salle
La Salle applications in this period include the 345B and 345C.
Packard
Packard applications in this period include the 8 Cyl. and 1200 Series.
Pierce Arrow
Pierce Arrow applications in this period include the S12, 40A, 8 Cyl., and Deluxe.
Studebaker
Studebaker fitment in this period is represented by the SPD President.
Franklin
Franklin fitment in this period is represented by the Airman.
Nash
Nash fitment in this period is represented by the 1290.
1936–19402 makes · 4 fitments
The 1936–1940 period narrows to Packard and Pierce Arrow applications associated with the 700-17 size. These later listings are concentrated in a smaller group of luxury and upper-series models.
Packard
Packard fitment in this period is represented by the 1400 Series.
Pierce Arrow
Pierce Arrow applications in this period include the 438 & 444 Series, 434 & 444 Series, and 1801.
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