Being one of the novelties of a well-known European manufacturer, the Fulda Kristall 4x4 MS winter tire for SUVs is distinguished by increased efficiency, primarily on asphalt roads. Such a narrow specialization of this model is due to the fact that when it was developed, the features of modern SUVs and crossovers were taken into account. Most of them, as a rule, pass on highways and highways. For such usage conditions, this tire is adapted as well as possible, since it demonstrates excellent performance on any winter roads, regardless of weather conditions.
V-shaped blocks in the central part of the tread
One of the key features of the tread of this tire is the design of its central part. It is a series of wide V-shaped blocks that, thanks to the presence of rigid bridges between them, form a solid longitudinal rib when moving. This design allows to improve a number of important operational characteristics. First of all, it is the directional stability and maneuverability ensured by the deformation-resistant design of the longitudinal rib. At the same time, the edges of the blocks, located at an acute angle to the direction of motion, on the one hand, increase the traction properties, and on the other hand, reduce the rolling resistance and prevent the occurrence of noise and vibrations.
Several thousand additional traction edges
Despite the absence of studs, this model allows you to move confidently, including on icy roads. This ability is provided by several thousand traction edges formed by numerous lamellas cut into all tread elements. In addition, their wavy shape, limiting the mobility of the blocks when the lamellas are opened, improves handling not only on ice but also on asphalt.
Main features of the Fulda Kristall 4x4 MS tire
- numerous V-shaped blocks in the central part of the tread, connected by rigid bridges, which, on the one hand, improve stability and traction at high speeds, and on the other hand, traction characteristics on snow, fuel efficiency, and acoustic comfort;
- several thousand additional traction edges formed by a multitude of lamellas increase traction on ice, and due to their wavy shape, handling on asphalt and resistance to skidding when turning.
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