It seems normal to concentrate on mechanical maintenance of tractors and tools, such as oil changes and greasing the axles, but we often forget that our tyres also deserve special care. Good tyre maintenance can extend wear life by several hundred hours (boost in hourly work rate by up to 30%) and allow you to avoid costly breakdowns. Just checking the state of your tyres regularly, especially...
Braking is a central element for the safety of your agricultural machines which travel by road, especially when you are at the wheel of a loaded tractor, pulling a full trailer or during harvesting. Whether you are in the middle of the countryside or coming up to an intersection, the braking capacity of your combination vehicle can make the difference between a completely safe stop and an...
You have chosen to apply good crop practices to protect yields on your land on a long-term basis, rather than resorting to intensive farming which depletes your soil. Sustainable farming takes greater account of all the aspects of your environment; earth, seeds, treatments, machines, fuel and tyres… When we talk of the environmental impact of agricultural tyres, we tend to think only of...
A perfect association between tyres and rims is crucial. You may have already invested in quality high-tech tyres to improve traction, soil preservation and your tractor’s load capacity. But have you considered the role that your rims could play in the equation? A premium rim could be the key to getting the most from the your tractor tyres. Low-cost rims, while functional, are often designed for...
Your soil is your main asset when it comes to obtaining good yields year after year. But maintaining this level of production requires special care, in particular by avoiding soil compaction during harvesting periods. Throughout the year you try to optimise tyre pressure when working on different agricultural campaigns. But when it comes to harvest time, you bring out the combine-harvesters that...
During the harvest, the soil is often placed under considerable strain by the toing and froing of very heavy harvesters, leading to compaction that is detrimental to soil fertility and, as such, to your future yields. Luckily agricultural tyre technology has made significant progress in finding answers to this problem. High-tech IF VF CFO (Cyclic Field Operations) harvest tyres stand out due to...
As the rim is the tyre’s vital ally, there is little point having a good tyre with a bad rim. Average rims are intended for average use, which is the heart of the problem. Looking for an average solution to be able to do everything; average pressure, average tyre, average rim, is quite the opposite of precision farming. If you have decided to opt for more high-tech wide tyres, you certainly have...
Your first thought is certainly that the tread is the main high-strain zone on your agricultural tyres because it is in direct contact with the ground, but this is not necessarily the case. In reality, the tread is certainly placed under a great deal of strain: traction, torque, wear, rubbing, heating, and must also be cut-resistant depending on the type of soil… but it’s also the most resistant...
When it comes to replacing the tyres on one of your agricultural machines, the choice of brand and model can make all the difference to your everyday activities. Bridgestone, renowned for its superior quality and advance technology, has allowed many farmers to transform the way they work. These farmer testimonials offer precious insight into the real impact on performance, durability and return...
