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How to Improve the Life of Wheel Loader Tires

Premature tire wear on wheel loaders can break budgets and eat into profits. Tires are generally the most expensive consumable part on wheel loaders and extending their life can provide numerous benefits, including improving efficiency (of both operators and equipment), lowering maintenance costs, and reducing downtime.

Reap the rewards of long-lasting tires with these tips on how to improve the life of wheel loader tires.

The Cost of Mismatched Dual-Position Tires

It’s common to see dual-wheel configurations on construction and mining equipment—they provide superior stability, are adept at handling heavy loads, and produce exceptional traction even in soft and slick terrain. While duals offer a number of advantages to fleet owners and operators, they also add a few unique challenges, the most notable of which is the need to ensure that tires in the dual position match, no small feat considering the conditions these tires commonly work in.

YOKOHAMA RL52 AND YOKOHAMA RL45: PROTECTION AND TRACTION

Fleet owners and operators working in heavy-duty applications ask a lot from wheel loaders—they must carry and safely lift massive loads, operate in challenging terrain, and deliver long-lasting, problem-free service. Matching a wheel loader with an application-specific set of tires, like the Yokohama RL52 and Yokohama RL45, can provide numerous benefits, including extending tire life, reducing downtime, and increasing efficiency.

Ultimately, the right set of tires—such as those that deliver protection against punctures in severe applications or provide traction on challenging surfaces—can help improve return on investment (ROI) and increase the productivity of operators.