SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 19, 2024 – Apollo Tyres has introduced a new tire designed specifically for crop sprayers: the Vredestein Traxion CropCare. This innovative tire boasts exceptional stability, self-cleaning capabilities, and a long lifespan, setting a new standard in the crop tire segment.
Engineered for Trailed and Self-Propelled Sprayers
The Traxion CropCare is engineered to meet the unique demands of trailed and self-propelled sprayers. These sprayers require tires with a narrow tread to navigate between crop rows without causing damage. Additionally, the tires must provide excellent stability to manage the lateral forces generated by the sprayer's high center of gravity.
Enhanced Stability and Accuracy
The Vredestein Traxion CropCare features a steel-belted radial carcass, a stabilizer ring, and a bead stabilizer. These components work together to significantly enhance lateral stiffness by 30% compared to competitor tires. This results in highly stable and accurate driving behavior, even when the sprayer is fully loaded.
Durability and Wear Resistance
Sprayer tires are subjected to harsh conditions, including high-speed on-road driving and the use of four-wheel steering. The Traxion CropCare is designed to withstand these challenges, featuring a new iteration of the Vredestein Traxion tread design that delivers exceptional durability and an even wear pattern across the tread. This ensures a longer lifespan and optimal performance throughout the tire's life.
Available Sizes
The Vredestein Traxion CropCare will initially be available in two sizes: VF 380/90 R46 and VF 380/105 R50. These sizes are commonly used on trailed and self-propelled sprayers, providing a wide range of compatibility with existing equipment.
Expanding the VF Agricultural Tire Portfolio
Guido Boerkamp, Head of Off-Highway Tires Europe at Apollo Tyres, expressed his enthusiasm for the new tire:
"This product will be an important addition to our VF agricultural portfolio, ensuring we have highly competitive solutions across all key categories."
The Traxion CropCare joins Vredestein's expanding lineup of VF agricultural tires, providing farmers and contractors with high-performance solutions for various applications.
About Vredestein
Vredestein, a brand owned by Apollo Tyres, has a rich history of providing high-quality tires for passenger cars, agricultural machinery, and industrial applications. The brand is committed to innovation, sustainability, and providing customers with tires that deliver optimal performance, safety, and value.