The contact area with the ground beneath the four tyres of a tractor is relatively low, in proportion to the size, the load and the power of the machine. Yet it is this small area that will allow power to be transmitted to the ground and generate the work effort, the traction of heavy implements, acceleration and torque. There are only a few lugs in contact with the ground at the same time and...
Over the last decade we have seen more and more technological farming innovations aimed at soil preservation. Technology is moving forward at a rapid pace, led by bigger, heavier and more powerful machines to improve productivity. Tyres are part of this evolution, and all the systems that make it possible to adapt pressure in real time add further possibilities in terms of increasing the load...
Numerous studies have shown a loss of yield linked to excessive soil compaction ranging from 20% to 50% in the most extreme cases. If you think about it, which machines have the most impact on the soil in your fields? Obviously, it’s the harvesting machines. Which machines operate with high pressure in their tyres and the heaviest loads? Obviously, it’s the harvesting machines. A loaded...
Perhaps you think that the warranty is of little importance when it comes to agricultural tyres? But imagine being entitled to a full refund after three years’ use because your agricultural tyre has a manufacturing fault. In this case the warranty obviously makes a lot of sense. This means significant cost savings which protects your equipment and assures you that the manufacturer offering this...
Even if it’s not really recommended, there are several situations in which it may be interesting to increase the pressure in your tractor tyres beyond their limit, to manage operations better or protect your tyres against a load that is too heavy. This could allow you to work with heavier implements, to work with a front loader or on sloping land in dry conditions, or even to reduce the number...
Changing your tyres to adapt your tractor to its real use on your farm is extremely positive; it will optimise your vehicle and improve your efficiency. Whether it’s an increase in the volume of your tyres to carry more load or having the same width of tyre at the front as at the rear for better tilling, or to avoid compacting your soil, you should pay attention to the impact of the dynamic...
An agricultural lug tyre is designed to provide maximum efficiency in the fields, but in practice tends to be used more and more on the road for long trips between the fields and the farm or the cooperative. On average we frequently see 65% use in the fields for 35% use on the road. Whilst their efficiency in the fields is obvious, are you certain to have the best suited agricultural tyres for...
You are aware that lead plays an important role in the efficiency of your tyres and that failing to take this aspect into account has consequences in terms of the behaviour of your tractor at work. However, it is not easy to spot incorrect lead, as this is certainly one of the most difficult mechanical settings to grasp. For 4WD tractors with different size wheels, the lead ratio is linked...
Mixed crop-livestock farming work requires more versatile tyres for your tractors than field crop farming alone. During manoeuvres in the farm courtyard, your tyres effectively face a tough task on hard ground with a significant load transfer to the front of the machine if you use a front loader. You also have to work in the fields to complete your activity and your tyres must once again adapt...
