BlackHawk Tires, formerly known as Blacklion, is a member of the Sailun Tire Group and sells tires in over 40 countries. The brand manufactures tires for passenger cars, light trucks, CUVs, SUVs, and commercial vehicles in its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in China and all tires go through high testing standards and innovative engineering processes to ensure reliable performance.

The BlackHawk BFR65 is a commercial tire designed for use on steer axle positions of coach buses and regional, dump, refuse, and pickup & delivery trucks in regional applications. Today, we will take a look at some of the features and benefits of the tire, its pros and cons, and SimpleTire’s views on the tire, in this BlackHawk BFR65 tire review.

Features and Benefits

Commercial Tires are designed for use on commercial vehicles, and are designed to withstand heavy loads, and deliver a comfortable, quiet ride on paved roads. These tires are optimized for durability and can be driven comfortably for several miles in a stretch.

The BlackHawk BFR65 is a steer axle tire that is to be used on the steer axle position of the truck but is also suitable for the trailer position. Steer axle tires are optimized for steering, handling, driving performance, and driver comfort and offer necessary safety for safe mileage. Let’s take a look at some of the features and benefits of the BFR65.

• Enhanced performance: The five-rib tread pattern allows for improved handling and stability
• Improved traction: The wide circumferential grooves help remove water from the tread quickly to improve traction on wet roads
• Optimized durability: The tough construction enhances the strength and durability of the tire
• Better mileage: The durable rubber compound of the tire promotes even treadwear for longer tread life

The BlackHawk BFR65 is an oversized tire available in different tire sizes such as 22.5 inches.

Pros and Cons

Now that we know more about the features and benefits of the tire, let’s also discuss its pros and cons to help you make a more informed decision.

PROS:

• Great all-season traction with a quiet, comfortable ride
• Enhanced durability, and irregular wear-resistant rubber compound
• Improved wet and dry traction
• Designed for steer axle position and can be used in trailer position

While these pros make a good case for the tire, also consider these cons before you make a final decision.

CONS:

• Does not come with any mileage warranty
• Should not be used in moderate to severe winter weather conditions
• The longevity of the tire could have been better
• Available in limited tire sizes

SimpleTire’s view on BlackHawk BFR65 tires

If you are looking for a reliable and affordable commercial oversized tire that can be used year-round in dry, wet, and light winter weather conditions, then the BlackHawk BFR65 might be a good option for you. Designed to carry a heavy load and with an enhanced wet grip, the BFR65 delivers in all avenues. Thanks to these features, the BFR65 received an average SimpleScore of 7.2 out of 10. It received 7.8 in durability and 7 in traction and longevity.

You can also take a look at the Sailun S606 if you want better performance in durability (8.2 v 7.8), traction (8 v 7), and longevity (8 v 7). However, the BFR65 is more affordable than the S606, which makes the BlackHawk tire an attractive choice as well.

Vehicles the BlackHawk BFR65 is a good replacement tire for

As BlackHawk BFR65 is a steer axle commercial tire it makes a good replacement tire for commercial trucks, coach buses, regional, dump, refuse, and pickup & delivery trucks in regional applications.