SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 06, 2024 – Apollo Tyres has launched the Vredestein Traxion CropCare, its first VF (Very-High Flexion) sprayer tire. The new tire has been engineered for trailed and self-propelled sprayers and will be available in two sizes (VF 380/90 R46 and VF 380/105 R50) in early 2025.
Apollo says the tires will set new standards for stability, self-cleaning, and long life in the crop tire segment. The company is confident that the new tire will be a valuable addition to its agricultural tire portfolio.
"This product will be an important addition to our VF agricultural portfolio, ensuring we have highly competitive solutions across all key categories," commented Guido Boerkamp, head of off-highway tires Europe at Apollo Tyres.
Meeting the Needs of Arable Farmers and Contractors
Arable farmers and contractors rely on sprayer tires for trailed and self-propelled crop sprayers, where a narrow tread is required to drive between crop rows. The tire must enable stable driving behavior while managing the lateral forces that occur because of the sprayer's high center of gravity.
The Vredestein Traxion CropCare meets these needs with several innovative features, including:
* A steel-belted radial carcass
* A 'stabilizer ring'
* A 'bead stabilizer'
These features reportedly enhance lateral stiffness by 30% compared with key competitor tires. The result is highly stable and accurate driving behavior, according to Apollo.
**Wear-Resistant for Long Life**
Sprayer tires must be wear-resistant to maximize lifespan in challenging conditions, including higher-speed on-road driving and the use of four-wheel steering. The Vredestein Traxion CropCare features a new iteration of the Vredestein Traxion tread design to deliver high levels of durability and an even pattern of wear across the tread.
About Apollo Tyres
Apollo Tyres is a leading global tire manufacturer with a wide range of products for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and off-highway applications. The company has a strong presence in Europe, with a manufacturing facility in the Netherlands and a research and development center in Germany.
Apollo Tyres is committed to providing high-quality tires that meet the needs of its customers. The Vredestein Traxion CropCare is the latest example of this commitment.
**Features and Benefits of the Vredestein Traxion CropCare**
* VF (Very-High Flexion) technology for improved traction and reduced soil compaction
* Steel-belted radial carcass for enhanced durability
* Stabilizer ring and bead stabilizer for improved lateral stiffness
* New tread design for high levels of wear resistance
* Available in two sizes (VF 380/90 R46 and VF 380/105 R50)
Conclusion
The Vredestein Traxion CropCare is a new VF sprayer tire that offers several benefits to arable farmers and contractors. The tire is designed to provide stable and accurate driving behavior, even in challenging conditions. It is also wear-resistant and has a long lifespan.
Apollo Tyres is confident that the Vredestein Traxion CropCare will be a valuable addition to its agricultural tire portfolio. The tire is expected to be available in early 2025.