Michelin Rapid 12262 Tyre Inflator: Specifications and Safety Notes
At a glance
- What it is: A 12V plug-in digital tyre inflator sold under the Michelin name.
- Key specifications: Flat to 30 PSI in 3 minutes (175 x R13 tyre); backlit LCD gauge to 50 PSI, accurate to ±1 PSI; PSI, bar and kPa; 60 cm hose (UK retailer listing).
- Suits: Drivers who want a quick car-socket inflator with a clear display.
- Skip if: You need a stated maximum pressure or warranty; the listing gives neither.
We haven’t tested this product ourselves. This page summarises one UK retailer’s listing, checked 19 October 2026. We could not open a Michelin page or manual.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Michelin Rapid Tyre Inflator 12262 | [1] |
| Power | 12V, from the vehicle’s 12V adapter. Wattage not listed | [1] |
| Speed claim | Fully inflates tyres from flat to 30 PSI in 3 minutes, based on a 175 x R13 tyre | [1] |
| Gauge | Large backlit LCD, detachable; reads up to 50 PSI to ±1 PSI; PSI, bar and kPa | [1] |
| Hose | 60 cm high-pressure hose with a screw-on valve connector and a deflation feature. Cable length not stated | [1] |
| Price | £46.85 including VAT on 19 October 2026; stock status not shown | [1] |
| Maximum pressure, warranty | Not stated on the listing | [1] |
What owners report
We have not reviewed owner feedback for this product.
Known issues and safety
Recall check: we searched GOV.UK product safety alerts, reports and recalls (Office for Product Safety and Standards) for “michelin” on 19 October 2026 and found no results [2]. Check the list again for the exact model before you buy.
We could not open the maker’s guide, so we cannot summarise its safety limits. Follow the instructions supplied, and do not leave the inflator running unattended.
Questions people ask
How high can the gauge read?
Up to 50 PSI, accurate to ±1 PSI, per the listing [1].
Can I take the gauge off?
The listing describes a detachable gauge [1].
Alternatives
- Ring RTC1000: See our separate page.
- Other tyre pumps: See our tyre pumps hub.
Our verdict
Based on the evidence, this suits drivers who want a simple digital inflator with a detachable gauge. We could not confirm maximum pressure or warranty. This is a research summary, not a test result.
Sources
- Michelin Rapid Tyre Inflator 12262, Parts In Motion (UK retailer listing), partsinmotion.co.uk. The page shows no date. Checked 19 October 2026.
- GOV.UK search of product safety alerts, reports and recalls, Office for Product Safety and Standards, gov.uk. Searched 19 October 2026.