Goodyear's super-single tire provides long mileage
May 1, 2010 12:00 PM
Goodyear announced a new super-single mixed-service tire that enhances performance and helps lower cost-per-mile for truckers and fleet operators.
The G296 MSA features an optimized footprint for enhanced traction in steer and drive positions; more wearable rubber on the tread for enhanced mileage; and reduced cuts, chipping, and tears through special compounding. The tire also is available with Goodyear's DuraSeal Technology (in a 425/65R22.5 size), which seals up to 1/4"-diameter punctures in the tread's repairable area. It does not seal sidewall punctures.
Developed for heavy on- and off-road applications — such as mixers, dump trucks, pumpers, and other specialty heavy trucks — the G296 MSA comes in three sizes: 385/65R22.5 (load range J), 425/65R22.5 (load range L), and 445/65R22.5 (load range L). The tires offer 23/32" tread depth, which is up to 4/32" more tread depth than previous Goodyear super-single mixed-service models.
The G296 MSA is actually lighter than Goodyear's previous model. “Depending upon the tire size specified, there is up to a 7% weight savings with the new tire,” said Donn Kramer, the company's director of commercial tire marketing.
Visit www.goodyear.com/truck for more details.
