Tires for Construction Loaders

Essential Properties of Loader Tires
Construction loaders typically operate in challenging conditions, including rough terrain and surfaces littered with debris and waste. For this reason, it is crucial that their tires are designed with features that protect them from cuts and other forms of damage.

Tire Requirements for Loaders
The nature of loaders’ work, which involves scooping materials and moving them short distances, subjects tires to unique loads. Unlike standard wheel movement, loader tires are exposed to frequent turning and maneuvering, leading to increased friction and wear. Therefore, the tires must be particularly robust to meet these specific requirements.

On loose surfaces it is crucial that the tires have excellent flotation properties and traction. This not only ensures efficiency in work performance, but also contributes to the stability of the loader while performing various maneuvers. In general, loaders do not achieve high speeds, but in specific applications such as in mines with damp and rough conditions, tires with type designations L-4S and L-5S are often chosen. These tires feature a unique, smoother tread pattern that provides superior resistance to damage and cuts, essential to tire life and performance in such demanding environments.