The effect of high thermal conductivity thinning curing bladder on the curing cycle of truck and bus radial tires was studied.The results indicated that the use of high thermal conductivity thinning curing bladder could shorten the tire curing cycle,improve tire production efficiency,save energy and reduce consumption,and the appearance and durability of finished tire were at normal levels.The use of high thermal conductivity thinning curing bladder had no adverse effect on tire performance.