The Yokohama LY717 truck tire is both a specialized and versatile model. It is designed for equipment used in the construction sector. This model is installed on the driving axle of dump trucks and other trucks, while distinguishing itself with good performance on both dirt and paved roads.
Aggressive Tread Pattern
Due to the peculiarities of wheel technology operation in construction, the developers of this tire preferred to equip it with a non-directional symmetric tread with a very aggressive design. Its impressive appearance is due to the presence of a large number of massive blocks, which form four longitudinal ribs. This gives the Yokohama LY717 tire increased directional stability at high speeds.
Another feature of this tread design is the shape of the blocks. In the central part, it is close to triangular, which, in combination with the arrangement of tread elements, provides the contact patch with a multitude of transverse S-shaped gripping edges. Due to the fact that they stretch across the entire tread, the tire demonstrates high traction characteristics.
Reliability and Long Service Life
The walls of the drainage grooves are located at a significant angle. When operating on dirt roads, this feature of the tread prevents foreign objects from getting stuck in it, which significantly increases the reliability and service life of the tire. In this regard, it is worth noting the increased depth and width of the tread. This also extends the tire's mileage.
Main Features of Yokohama LY717
- an aggressive tread pattern with numerous high blocks provides high traction on dirt roads;
- increased tread depth and width significantly increase the tire's service life;
- drainage grooves with walls located at an angle prevent foreign objects from getting stuck in the tread, which increases the tire's reliability and mileage.
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