What Bearcat does

Bearcat is Australia's leading specialist importer, distributor, and installer of industrial, construction, and earthmoving equipment tyres, wheels, and rubber tracks, operating across all Australian states plus New Zealand since its founding in Sydney in 1973. The company serves five primary verticals: material handling and logistics (forklift tyres), mining and quarrying, construction and earthmoving, agriculture, and airport ground support. Core product lines include SOLIDEAL resilient, pneumatic, and press-on forklift tyres, the full CAMSO range of skidsteer tyres and rubber tracks (including SD, HXD with patented 3S anti-de-tracking, and MTL lines), and Bearcat-branded industrial wheels manufactured in-house at the Western Sydney facility since 2002/2004 using Camso and other globally recognised rims. The company also distributes MICHELIN off-highway tyres (X Tweel airless, Ultraflex, Cerexbib, Bibload) plus CEAT, Carlisle, and Arnco product lines, with technical differentiation anchored on TyrFil flat-proofing compounds available in three durometers (Flex 10, Ultra 30, HeviDuty 55) and a proprietary BOM-number stamping system for wheel traceability.

The business model is B2B enterprise field sales with quote-based pricing, monetised through hardware sales (tyres, wheels, rubber tracks, flat-proofing materials) and professional services (mobile on-site fitting via grab trucks, TyrFil installation, non-destructive wheel crack testing and refurbishment, and end-of-life tyre disposal). Distribution runs through nine company-operated branches in NSW, QLD, VIC, SA, WA, TAS, North QLD, and New Zealand, complemented by 800+ independent tyre dealer stores and 50+ qualified SOLIDEALERS for metro, regional, and remote coverage. Customers include enterprises in mining (Kagara Mining), quarrying (Barro Group), and construction, alongside a long tail of SMBs across golf clubs, excavation contractors, and forklift service operators.

Bearcat operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Michelin Group, following Michelin's December 2018 acquisition of Camso, which itself was formed from the 2010 merger of CAMOPLAST INC and SOLIDEAL (the entity that originally acquired Bearcat in 1999). The business holds ISO 9001:2015 quality management certification, claims to supply 98% of all forklift tyre requirements from off-the-shelf stock, and is positioned by parent group resources as the Australian distribution arm of a global off-highway mobility platform with 9 R&D centres and 123 production sites worldwide.

Name

Bearcat

Legal name

Bearcat

Website

https://bearcat.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Bearcat is Australia's leading specialist distributor and installer of industrial, construction, and earthmoving equipment tyres, wheels, and rubber tracks, serving material handling, mining, construction, agricultural, and airport support customers through nine branches across Australia and New Zealand. The company is a subsidiary of the Michelin Group following the 2018 acquisition of parent Camso.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Tyres, Wheels & Rubber Tracks

NAICS

Tire Manufacturing (except Retreading) (326211)

SIC

Tires & Inner Tubes (3011)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial Truck & Bus Tires Manufacturing (IMANAKAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Tire & Wheel Services (Mount/Balance/Alignment) (TLAKAAAD), Tire Repair (Puncture, Patch/Plug, Section Repair) (TLAKADAD)

Keywords

• Industrial tyres
• Rubber tracks
• Forklift wheels
• Earthmover equipment
• Wheel manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Girraween

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Industrial Tyre Sales: Sale of industrial, construction, and earthmoving equipment tyres including solid, pneumatic, and flat-proofed options. Products include forklift tyres, earthmover tyres, skidsteer tyres, and specialty tyres.
2. Wheel Sales and Manufacturing: Manufacturing and sale of off-the-road wheels, including replacement wheels, custom-built wheels, and wheel assemblies (tyres, wheels, and stub axles) for new equipment builds or rebuilds.
3. Rubber Track Sales: Distribution of rubber tracks for excavators, track loaders, multi-terrain loaders, dumpers, carriers, and track conversion systems including over-the-tyre (OTT) tracks.
4. Mobile Tyre Fitting Services: On-site tyre, wheel, and track installation services across Australia through company-operated service branches. Includes professional fitting at customer sites, branches, or via 50+ qualified SOLIDEALERS.
5. Tyre Flat-Proofing Services: Installation of TyrFil flat-proofing materials into tyres, providing puncture-proof solutions for industrial applications including mining and construction environments.
6. Wheel Crack Testing and Inspection: Non-destructive testing (NDT) for wheel rim testing, crack testing, and refurbishment services for forklift and industrial wheels.
7. Tyre Disposal Services: Environmental disposal services for end-of-life industrial and forklift tyres.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Bearcat is Australia's leading importer, distributor, and installer of industrial, construction, and earthmoving equipment tyres, wheels, and rubber tracks. The company manufactures industrial wheels in-house at its Western Sydney facility and distributes a comprehensive range of products under the SOLIDEAL, CAMSO, MICHELIN, and AMBERSTONE brands. It also provides professional on-site installation, mobile tyre fitting, wheel crack testing, TyrFil flat-proofing services, and tyre disposal across Australia and New Zealand.

Product overview

Bearcat is Australia's leading industrial tyre distributor and manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services for the material handling, construction, earthmoving, mining, and agricultural sectors. The core offering centers on four main product categories: industrial forklift tyres (solid, pneumatic, and press-on cushion types sold primarily under the SOLIDEAL and Michelin brands), rubber tracks for excavators and skidsteers (under the CAMSO brand including SD, HXD, and MTL lines), and industrial wheels (manufactured locally in Sydney). Supporting products include TyrFil flat-proofing materials in three durometer grades (Flex, Ultra, HeviDuty) and track conversion systems for ATVs, UTVs, and agricultural equipment. The company provides installation and maintenance services including mobile on-site tyre fitting, tyre disposal, and crack testing. Bearcat operates as part of the Michelin Group following Camso's acquisition in 2018 and maintains ISO 9001:2015 quality certification.

Differentiator

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Products and services

• SOLIDEAL Forklift Tyres Range of solid resilient, pneumatic, and press-on cushion forklift tyres for material handling operators requiring puncture-proof, long-life tyre solutions. Available in variants including the SOLIDEAL MAGNUM RES 550 (longest life in general forklift applications) and SOLIDEAL MAGNUM PON 555 & PON 775 (press-on for high-intensity applications).
• CAMSO Skidsteer Tyres Complete CAMSO SKS skidsteer tyre range including the SKS 532, SKS 732, SKS 753, SKS 774, SKS 775, and solid variants SKS 782S, 792S, 793S, 796S. Australia's #1 selling brand of skidsteer tyres. Designed for varied applications from budget to L-5 severe duty, including mining, demolition, and recycling.
• MICHELIN X Tweel Airless Tyres MICHELIN X Tweel SSL AT (skid steer airless) and X Tweel HSL (hard surface) airless radial tyre products delivering no-flat performance, maximum tread life on pavement, outstanding stability, and 2-3X longer life than pneumatic equivalents.
• CAMSO Rubber Tracks Full CAMSO rubber track range including CAMSO SD (Superior Duty) for excavators and track loaders up to 14 tonne, CAMSO HXD (Heavy Xtra Duty) with patented 3S anti de-tracking technology reducing de-tracking by 95%, CAMSO MTL Multi Terrain Loader tracks, and CAMSO HXD Over-The-Tyre (OTT) conversion tracks. Bearcat is Australia's leading distributor of rubber tracks for excavators.
• Bearcat Forklift Wheels Locally manufactured wheels in Sydney including standard forklift split wheels (for Japanese manufactured forklifts under 2.5 tonne), forklift multi piece wheels (maximum durability to highest standards), and forklift dual wheel kits (locally built to OE specifications or custom built for exact applications). Each Bearcat wheel has a unique BOM number stamped on the rim face for traceability.
• CAMSO, ZEETAH, AMBERSTONE & HILO Earthmover Tyres Range of earthmover tyres for loaders, dump trucks, and underground mining equipment. Includes CAMSO Earthmover radial/bias (LOADMASTER and lug patterns), ZEETAH solid earthmover tyres with sidewall aperture holes, AMBERSTONE all-steel radial ultra-class (35/65R33, 24.00R35, 27.00R49, 45/65R45, 30.00R51, 33.00R51, 36.00R51), HILO ultra-class (formerly DURATOUGH), and underground mining L-4/L-5 tyres (ZEETAH 909, SOLIDEAL HAULER PORTMASTER, CAMSO WHL 775R/776R, AMBERSTONE MWS, MICHELIN XKA).
• MICHELIN Construction & Loader Tyres Range of MICHELIN construction and loader tyres including MICHELIN XHA2 (loader, +16% wear life, 19% cooler running), MICHELIN XLD L3 (low profile radial loader, 25-30% longer life), MICHELIN XAD 65 E3 (articulated dump truck), MICHELIN XTLA (aggressive nondirectional radial), MICHELIN XMCL/XM27 (up to 46% more service life vs bias), and MICHELIN BIBLOAD (hard surface, up to 46% longer life).
• TyrFil Flat-Proofing Materials Two-part liquid TyrFil flat-proofing materials pumped into tyres and cured to a solid synthetic elastomer core for puncture-proof performance in hazardous environments. Available in three durometers: TyrFil Flex (10, softer ride), TyrFil Ultra (30, strong damage resistance, greatest heat dissipation), and TyrFil HeviDuty (55, maximum durability in high load applications).
• Mobile Forklift Tyre Fitting Service Professional on-site tyre, wheel, and track installation service across Australia via company-operated service branches in all key industrial areas, supported by specialised grab trucks, trailer presses, and static presses in regional locations. Sublet mobile service available Australia-wide.
• Tyre Disposal Service
• Wheel Crack Testing & Refurbishment
• Camso TTS Track Conversion Systems
• MICHELIN Agricultural Tyres
• CEAT Telehandler & Loader Tyres
• Specialty Mining Tyres
• CAMSO Multi-Purpose Tyres

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduce ground pressure by up to 60% vs tyres with Camso TTS track systems
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• Michelin GroupflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerBearcat is the Australian division of Camso, which was acquired by Michelin Group in December 2018. This acquisition created the world leader in off-road mobility. Bearcat distributes Michelin off-highway tyres and benefits from Michelin's global R&D, manufacturing capabilities, and brand strength. Michelin operates 9 R&D centres, 123 production sites in 26 countries, and has commercial presence in 170 countries with 125,000 employees worldwide.
• CamsoflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCamso (formerly Camoplast Inc. merged with Solideal in 2010, rebranded to Camso in 2015) is the parent company of Bearcat Australia. Camso designs, manufactures, and distributes off-road mobility solutions. Camso has annual turnover of $1.45 billion USD and is a leading player in rubber tracks for farm equipment, snowmobiles, and materials handling equipment, and top 3 in construction tracks and tyres. Bearcat distributes the full Camso product range including SOLIDEAL forklift tyres, Camso rubber tracks, and Camso construction tyres.
• CarlislecoreTechnology or IntegrationCarlisle is a major brand partner for TyrFil flat-proofing materials. Bearcat installs the range of TyrFil materials from Carlisle including TyrFil Flex, TyrFil Ultra, and TyrFil HeviDuty products. Carlisle TyrFil products provide puncture-proof solutions for industrial tyres.
• SolidealcoreTechnology or IntegrationSOLIDEAL (now part of Camso) is the world's leading brand and range of forklift tyres. Bearcat has been supplying and installing SOLIDEAL tyres since 1973, recognised as Australia's leading forklift tyre specialist. SOLIDEAL resilient tyres are made with high-performance natural rubber compounds.
• Camso (Rim Supplier)coreTechnology or IntegrationBearcat uses high-quality rims from Camso (previously Solideal) and other globally recognised suppliers for wheel manufacturing. Camso rims are used on many OEM forklifts and industrial equipment including those from Linde, Toyota, Crown, Hyster, and Clark.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Camso (Michelin Off-Highway): Camso, the parent entity acquired by Michelin, is the global leader in rubber tracks for off-road equipment and a major forklift tyre/industrial brand — Bearcat is effectively its Australian distribution arm, and Camso's global product roadmap directly shapes Bearcat's competitive position.
• BKT (Balkrishna Industries): BKT is a leading Indian manufacturer of off-highway tyres (OTR, agricultural, industrial, construction, material handling) and competes head-to-head with Bearcat's Camso and SOLIDEAL ranges on price and quality across global markets.
• Trelleborg Wheel Systems: Trelleborg is one of the world's largest manufacturers of industrial and OTR (off-the-road) tyres, wheels, and complete wheel systems, competing directly with Bearcat in material handling, construction, and agricultural wheel/tyre solutions globally.
• Titan International: Titan International (Titan Tire, Goodyear Farm Tires licensed) manufactures and distributes OTR, mining, construction, and agricultural tyres and wheels globally, with overlapping product overlap to Bearcat's wheel and earthmover tyre portfolio.

Emerging players

• Magna Tyres Group: Magna Tyres is a Netherlands-based specialist manufacturer of OTR, earthmover, industrial, and port tyres competing with Bearcat's earthmover and material handling offerings (e.g., AMBERSTONE, ZEETAH, SOLIDEAL HAULER PORTMASTER).

Broad incumbents

• Yokohama Off-Highway Tires (YOHT): Yokohama Off-Highway Tires manufactures OTR, agricultural, industrial, and earthmover tyres through its Alliance Tire Group and acquired entities, competing against Bearcat's Camso and Michelin agricultural and OTR portfolio.
• Continental Industrial Tires (Continental Specialty Tires): Continental is a major global tire manufacturer with a specialty OTR and industrial segment (ContiEarth, ContiRT20, etc.) serving forklifts, construction, and material handling — competing directly with Bearcat's SOLIDEAL and Camso offerings.
• Bridgestone Off-Highway (Bandag / OTR Division): Bridgestone is one of the world's largest OTR and mining tyre manufacturers (VRPS, V-Steel, Duraforce product lines) with significant presence in Australia, competing with Bearcat's Michelin and AMBERSTONE ultra-class earthmover offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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