BKT develops new version of agricultural tire

Seregno, Italy - BKT has recently developed a new size of Agrimax Teris, the tire for harvesters, as “IF” version: 580/80 R 34, announced the Indiantire-maker on 18 May.

“The new product has been specifically designed for the purpose of supporting farm machinery in cotton fields, where resistance, flotation properties, and reduced soil compaction are essential features,” announced BKT.

The “IF” technology in the Agrimax Teris lineup, said BKT, aims at giving specialist operators’ a tire with a large footprint on the ground, in addition to high load capacity at lower pressures compared to a standard tire of the same size.

Moreover, it added, in view of the particular operating conditions for farm machinery on cotton plantations, BKT has reinforced the sidewall for improved resistance against damages such as those caused by stubbles on the field.

Also, the reinforced casing structure ensures improved stability and handling.

BKT also added that Agrimax Teris IF 580/80 R 34 is a “comfortable” tire which is able to make an effective contribution to the operator´s well-being.

The Agrimax Teris range is available in the sizes 620/75 R 26, 750/65 R 26, 620/75 R 30, 650/75 R 32, 800/65 R 32, 900/60 R 32, 1050/50 R 32, the new IF 580/80 R 34 CFO as well as 520/85 R 42.