OFF - THE - ROAD TYRES FOR VOLVO CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

OFF - THE - ROAD TYRES FOR VOLVO CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

Index Compact & Medium Loaders 4-7 Tyre tread classification by TRA Articulated Dump Trucks 8-9 E2/L2/G2 - E3/L3/G3 E4/L4 L5/L5S Excavator (Twin-fitments) 10 Regular Tread Deep Tread Extra-Deep Tread 100% 150% 250% 65" series benefits/purpose -vs. 80" Lower ground pressure for better flotation on muddy and soft ground, and reduced ground damage. 750 /65 R 25 VLT 26.5 R 25 VSDT Pattern Pattern Star rating Star rating Rim diameter (Inches) Rim diameter (Inches) Legend Radial Structure Aspect Ratio Radial Structure Section Width (Inches) Section Width (mm) ASPECT RATIO Bridgestone tyre is homologated by Volvo for related machine but might not be listed in Volvo product documentation. Please contact the appropriate Volvo account coordinator. SH = 65 SW SH SH = 80 SW Bridgestone tyre is available for related machine as replacement but not homologated as OE fitment. SW 2 3

Compact & Medium Loaders Pattern VUT VSW VJT VTS VLT VSNT VSDT VSDL VSDR VSMS Tread depth Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard Deep Deep Extra-Deep Extra-Deep Extra-Deep Extra-Deep Characteristics Economical radial Snow operation High total performance High total performance Flotation on muddy surface Traction Traction Traction Rock Rock Smooth Recommended ground surface Machine Model Tyre Size Front kpa Rear kpa L2 L2 L3 L3 L3 L4 L4 L5 L5 L5 L5 L45H 15.5 R25 400 200 L50H 17.5 R25 450 200 17.5 R25 450 300 L60H 20.5 R25 325 200 MS MS MS 600/65 R25 350 200 L70H 20.5 R25 350 200 MS MS MS 600/65 R25 350 200 20.5 R25 400 250 MS MS MS L90H 600/65 R25 400 250 650/65 R25 350 250 L110H L120H L150H L180H 23.5 R 25 400 250 MS MS MS / 750/65 R25 350 250 MS 23.5 R 25 425 250 MS MS MS / 750/65 R25 400 300 MS 26.5 R 25 400 300 MS MS / 775/65 R29 450 300 26.5 R 25 450 300 MS MS / 775/65 R29 450 300 L180H High-Lift 775/65 R29 450 300 L220H L250H 29.5 R25 450 300 875/65 R29 450 350 MS MS 29.5 R25 500 300 875/65 R29 450 350 L350F 35/65 R33 550 400 IDU Star Rating ( ): Indicates the load capacity of a radial tyre at a given inflation pressure. Multiple Star (MS) Rating: This refers to Bridgestone radial tyres with both markings LOADER & DOZER (one star) and EARTHMOVING (two star). Those tyres can be 4 used for both applications under their specific related load capacity and speed, meaning (one star) is applicable on LOADER & DOZER and (two star) is applicable on The indicated air-pressures are the Volvo recommendation for standard machines. ARTICULATED DUMP TRUCK. For any clarification or advice on suitable pressures for non-standard or additional application, please contact your Bridgestone representative. 5

Compact & Medium Loaders Application VUT L2 VSW L2 APPLICATION Snow clearance Public works Road building Aggregate -gravel & sand pits Aggregate - quarries Mining Industrial usage Recycling & waste VJT Superior traction, excellent selfcleaning and flotation. Perfect for general light applications. L3 VTS Tyre developed for machines employed in snow clearance work. It has excellent traction as well as excellent cornering and braking performance, esapecially on icy, packed or soft snow surfaces. It also provides all season services. L3 TRA L2 L3 L3 & L4 L4 & L5 L5 L5R & L5S VLT TRACTION Offers great productivity value thanks to its low vibration level, high stability and good soil traction. It meets the needs of the tough working conditions required by today s quarrying and construction industries. This new generation of tyre offers an exceptional stability with its wider contact surface, a superior driving comfort, an optimum traction and selfcleaning. VUT VLT L3 VSNT L4 RADIAL VSW VJT VTS Suitable on wet, soft and muddy surfaces with excellent manoeuvrability, traction and flotation. It offers a comfortable ride due to its superb stability. Deep tread tyre suitable for tough quarry, mining or handling sites. It provides optimum traction without compromising the tread life and the riding comfort. VSNT VSDT HEAT RESISTANT VSDL VSDR VSMS CUT RESISTANT ROCK L4 Particulary suitable for rocky and abrasive conditions with superior traction, even in muddy conditions. It also offers good handling and comfort on hard packed surfaces. It has a long tread life and an excellent cut resistance. VSDT L5 Extra deep tyre, excellent for most severe quarry face operations where traction is of utmost importance. It maintains a high traction level even when it is 75% worn. Designed to optimise traction and reduce tread and sidewall cuts, resulting in a longer tyre life. VSDL L5 VSDR L5 Extra deep tread designed for severe and rocky surfaces guarantees good traction, stability and a comfortable ride. The VSDL is perfect for heavyduty operations in open pits, quarries and underground mines. The sidewall provides extended protection from. Extra deep rigid pattern for the most extreme operations. The high-volume, longlife tread and superior construction result in superior cut resistance and long tyrelife. Specially designed sidewall provides extended protection from cutting. VSMS L5S Smooth extra deep tread tyre (L5S) designed for operations on severe rocky surfaces and in underground mines, open pits and quarries. Its special compound ensures a maximum resistance to cutting and wearing. 6 7

Articulated Dump trucks Pattern VLT VTS Tread depth Standard Standard Deep Characteristics Muddy & Soft High total performance Muddy & Soft VLT TRACTION Recommended ground surface Machine Model Tyre Size Front kpa Rear kpa E3 E3 E4 A25G 23.5 R25 375 400 MS MS 750/65 R25 375 400 MS VTS 23.5 R25 400 450 MS MS A30G 750/65 R25 375 400 MS A35G 26.5 R25 375 450 MS ROCK A40G 29.5 R25 350 425 MS 875/65 R29 350 400 MS MS HEAT RESISTANT CUT RESISTANT A60H 33.25R29 375 500 VLT E3 VTS E3 Suitable for wet, soft and muddy surfaces. Offers an excellent manoeuvrability, traction and flotation. Also ensures a very comfortable ride due to its superb stability. This new generation of tyre offers an exceptional stability with its wider contact surface, a superior driving comfort, an optimum traction and self-cleaning. E4 Star Rating ( ): Indicates the load capacity of a radial tyre at a given inflation pressure. Particulary suitable for rocky and abrasive conditions with superior traction, even in muddy conditions. It also offers good Multiple Star (MS) Rating: This refers to Bridgestone radial tyres with both markings LOADER & DOZER (one star) and EARTHMOVING (two star). handling and comfort on hard packed Those tyres can be used for both applications under their specific related load capacity and speed, meaning (one star) is applicable on LOADER & DOZER and (two star) is applicable on ARTICULATED DUMP TRUCK. surfaces. It has a long tread life and an excellent cut resistance. The indicated air-pressures are the Volvo recommendation for standard machines. 8 For any clarification or advice on suitable pressures for non-standard or additional application, please contact your Bridgestone representative. 9

Excavator (Twin-fitments) Notes Pattern FGF FG Tread depth Standard Standard Characteristics Traction Traction Recommended ground surface Machine Model Tyre Size Front kpa Rear kpa EW140D 10.00-20 750 750 16 PR EW160E 10.00-20 750 750 16 PR EW180E 10.00-20 750 750 16 PR EW210D 10.00-20 750 750 16 PR 11.00-20 750 750 16 PR The indicated air-pressures are the Volvo recommendation for standard machines. For any clarification or advice on suitable pressures for non-standard or additional application, please contact your Bridgestone representative. FGF FG Premium version of the FG tyre offering extra stability and new tread design to optimise comfort and wear performance. The separate lugs are tapered for greater traction and self cleaning, resulting in an easier drive through heavy dirt and mud. 10 11

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