800-18 Firestone Classic Blackwall Tire
Coker Tire Company used original development drawings to re-create these classic Firestone Indy Vintage Race tires. This specific tire features a half tread design, which was the standard tire used from the 1950's until 1963. These Half Tread tires also look cool on race-inspired hot rods. These Firestone Indy tires come in blackwall form, but paint markers are available, so you can paint the letters for the authentic look. These tires are made in the USA, and they feature a four ply nylon construction. Mount these to a set of magnesium Halibrand 6 pin knock off or spline drive wheels, and you'll have a winning combination!
Blackwall Tire
Since the introduction of carbon black rocked the tire industry, the original recipe for most tires has been a solid black sidewall. For classics and collector cars alike, it's hard to beat the no-nonsense appeal of a classic blackwall style tire. British sports car, classic truck and even hot rod enthusiasts love the way a nice period correct blackwall tire looks on their vehicles.
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 Classic Bias Ply Tires
Firestone Classic bias ply tires feature dozens of sizes and styles, making it one of the most popular authentic tire options for antique and classic cars, as well as hot rods and customs. You’ll find the Deluxe Champion and other models in this iconic product line.
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.
| SKU | 72831 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 25.000000 |
| Construction Ply | 4 PLY NYLON |
| Brand | Firestone |
| Tube Type or Tubeless | Tube Type |
| Tire Series | Vintage Race |
| Tire Construction | Bias Ply |
| Rim Diameter | 18 inch |
| Sidewall Style | Blackwall |
| Width Bias Ply | 8.00 |
| Product Size | 800-18 |
| GTIN | 00842199103908 |
| Section Width (IN) | 8.5 |
| Rim Width (in) | 6.50 - 7.00 |
| Overall Diameter (IN) | 33 |
| Availability Date | 2026-01-30T00:00:00Z |
This Firestone Indy Tire comes in the 800-18 size, suitable for the classic and collector vehicles listed below.
About the 800-18 Tire Size
The 800-18 tire size is a vintage fitment associated with classic and collector vehicle applications, and this Firestone Indy Tire is offered in that size as a bias ply tire. Shoppers looking at an 800-18 application can use this product page as a direct connection between the Firestone Indy Tire and the broader fitment information organized around this size. For more detailed information on this tire size, explore the 800-18 tire on Coker Tire Fitment Guide.

