Ordering HILO BRAWN XC1 tyres for a workshop, tyre store or fleet starts with more than a nominal size. A useful trade enquiry includes the full size, load and speed rating, ply rating, quantity and delivery postcode. The XC1 catalogue lists some sizes in more than one specification, so a request for “185R14C” alone can leave an important detail unresolved.
This checklist explains what to collect before requesting a quote from Cypress Tyres, HILO’s official Australian agent. It helps buyers prepare an accurate enquiry; vehicle suitability should be confirmed by a qualified tyre professional.
What is the HILO BRAWN XC1?
The HILO BRAWN XC1 commercial tyre is a van and light-truck pattern. Its published product description identifies four wide ribs, zig-zag grooves and a casing incorporating polyester and steel belts. These are construction and tread features, rather than a promise of a particular mileage or operating cost.
The Australian product page lists 36 manufacturer-range specifications across 12–16-inch wheel diameters, with ply ratings up to 12PR, sourced from the HILO 2025.12 catalogue. This is a catalogue range, not a list of 36 sizes currently in Australian stock. Confirm the exact specification and availability with Cypress Tyres before committing to a customer order.
Same size does not always mean the same specification
Two examples from the published XC1 table show why the complete description matters:
| Listed size | Load/speed rating | Ply rating |
|---|---|---|
| 185R14C (LT) | 102/100R | 8PR |
| 185R14C (LT) | 97/95R | 6PR |
| 215/60R16C (LT) | 103/101T | 6PR |
| 215/60R16C (LT) | 108/106T | 8PR |
Each pair shares a nominal size but has a different load rating and PR value. Do not treat the entries as interchangeable, or assume that choosing the higher number automatically settles vehicle suitability. Include the complete requested specification and have the fitter check it against the vehicle requirements.
Six checks before sending an XC1 trade enquiry
1. Record the vehicle requirements
Have the vehicle’s tyre placard details available, together with the existing tyre markings and any relevant vehicle or wheel changes. If a customer only supplies a vehicle model name, ask for these details before selecting a tyre. A model name alone does not establish the correct fitment.
2. Copy the complete tyre description
Record the size exactly, including any C or LT designation, and include the load/speed rating. Keep a clear photo of the markings if there is any uncertainty. Our guide to reading tyre sidewall markings helps explain the information you will be collecting.
3. Identify the matching XC1 catalogue entry
Use the XC1 specification table to match the full description, including PR. If the required entry is unclear or missing, ask Cypress to confirm an appropriate option instead of dropping part of the specification to obtain a match. The HILO van and light-truck range is a useful starting point for a broader product discussion.
4. Explain the application
Tell the supplier whether the enquiry concerns a workshop replacement job, retail replenishment or a fleet requirement. Add relevant operating details for the fitter’s assessment. Product selection should reflect the vehicle and its work, rather than a generic description such as “commercial use”.
5. Separate quantities and timing
List the quantity required against each exact specification. Distinguish an immediate replacement requirement from a planned replenishment order, and state your requested date. A requested date is information for the quote, not a confirmed delivery commitment.
6. Add your business and delivery details
Include your business name, contact details, suburb and postcode. Ask for current availability, trade pricing and applicable delivery arrangements. If you are a new customer, ask about trade-account requirements. Stock, commercial terms and delivery timing should be confirmed in the quotation.
A practical enquiry template
Copy the following and replace the brackets with your details. For several lines, use our downloadable tyre trade enquiry template.
Please quote HILO BRAWN XC1 for [business name]. Required specification: [full size], [load/speed rating], [PR]. Quantity: [number]. Application: [workshop job / stock replenishment / fleet]. Delivery suburb and postcode: [location]. Requested timing: [date]. Please confirm availability of this exact specification, trade pricing and delivery arrangements. Contact: [name, phone and email].
XC1 trade buying questions
Are all listed XC1 specifications available in Australia?
The product page presents the manufacturer’s catalogue range. Australian availability varies, so request confirmation for the exact specification and quantity you need.
Can I request XC1 tyres using the size alone?
You can start an enquiry that way, but the examples above show why the supplier will need more detail. Include the load/speed rating and PR to distinguish catalogue entries with the same nominal size.
How do I ask about wholesale supply?
Send your business details and specification list through the HILO trade enquiry form. Cypress Tyres can confirm availability and discuss the applicable account and quotation terms.
Specification source: HILO BRAWN XC1 product table, checked 24 September 2026, referencing the HILO 2025.12 catalogue from Shandong Xinghongyuan Tire Co., Ltd. Catalogue entries are not a stock guarantee.
