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Tyres >Help >Tyres Help > Are radial tubeless tyres run flats?
No, not all radial tubeless tyres are run flat tyres.
While both lack an inner tube, a standard radial tubeless tyre still requires air pressure to maintain its shape and function.
Run flat tyres, on the other hand, have reinforced sidewalls that allow them to temporarily support the vehicle’s weight even after losing air.
If a tubeless tyre is punctured, it will deflate unless repaired, whereas a run flat can continue for a short distance.
No, a standard radial tubeless tyre cannot be converted into a run flat tyre.
Run flat tyres are specifically designed with reinforced sidewalls, which allow them to support the weight of the vehicle even after a loss of air pressure.
Standard tubeless tyres rely entirely on air pressure for their structure, meaning that if they are punctured, they will deflate and become unsafe to drive on.
Attempting to modify a regular tubeless tyre would compromise safety and performance, making it an impractical and unsafe solution.