The commercial tire Bridgestone Blizzak W810 is a logical continuation of the popular worldwide line of winter tires from the Japanese manufacturer, previously containing models only for passenger cars. The wide size range of this model provides it with the ability to operate on most modern minivans and light trucks. At the same time, the use of well-recommended technologies provides it with excellent traction properties on any winter roads.
Several types of lamellae Bridgestone Blizzak W810
The vast majority of traction edges are formed not by numerous tread blocks, but by the lamellae cut into them. At the same time, the specialists of the Japanese company used several types of such elements. This is due to the fact that they perform various functions during movement.
In particular, 3D lamellae, located transversely, improve longitudinal traction properties on rolled snow and ice. At the same time, the three-dimensional profile of their walls significantly limits any mobility of the blocks, which, in turn, has a positive effect on handling. Bridgestone Blizzak W810, thanks to this solution, becomes very stable and predictable.
In the shoulder blocks, in addition to 3D lamellae, longitudinal lamellae are cut. These tread elements create the so-called "edge effect" when maneuvering and cornering. They open, forming additional traction edges only at significant lateral acceleration. At the same time, the wavy profile of these lamellae limits the longitudinal mobility of the blocks, which has a positive effect on traction properties when braking.
Long service life
When creating this model, the developers paid great attention to ensuring the maximum possible service life. To this end, they applied several technical solutions. First of all, this is a significant strengthening of the carcass, which received an additional breaker layer made of steel cord. With its help, it was possible to optimize the distribution of external load on the contact patch of Bridgestone Blizzak W810 to the maximum, making it as uniform as possible, while giving it a shape close to a square. As a result, the tire demonstrates not only increased resistance to uneven wear, fuel efficiency, and excellent carrying capacity, but also stability of traction properties regardless of weather conditions.
The second factor determining the exceptional longevity of this model is the compound. Its composition included a number of components that prevent any type of wear.
Main features:
- 3D lamellae improve longitudinal traction properties on icy roads, and due to the limitation of block mobility, handling;
- special wavy lamellae in the shoulder blocks increase stability when maneuvering and cornering, and due to the limitation of longitudinal block mobility, reduce the braking distance;
- an additional breaker layer made of steel cord prevents uneven wear, reduces rolling resistance, improves handling, and increases resistance to punctures and cuts.
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