Summer tire Kirov K-178 is designed for small and medium-sized passenger cars. The model is characterized by properties that are relevant when used in urban conditions - reliable grip on wet asphalt, shortened braking distance, low noise level, and softness on the go.
Symmetrical Tread
The tire is equipped with a tread having a symmetrical non-directional design. Its use is due to the developers' desire to provide a number of important properties for urban conditions. First of all, this is to improve traction, which was achieved by increasing the contact area of the tread with the road surface. In addition, its design contains many individual blocks. The edges formed by them increase the efficiency of the tread on wet surfaces.
Reduced Risk of Aquaplaning
The presence of numerous tread elements ensures the tire's high resistance to aquaplaning. This phenomenon does not occur even at high speeds. In addition to their number, the drainage grooves have a significant internal volume, which allows them to effectively divert water from the contact patch.
Main Features of the Kirov K-178 Tire
- a continuous longitudinal rib in the center provides stability at high speeds, reduces rolling resistance;
- the curved shape of the edges of the tread blocks further enhances the longitudinal traction properties;
- numerous slots in the blocks reduce the length of the braking distance on wet surfaces;
- the tread profile with a variable radius expands the contact patch, optimizes the load distribution on it;
- elongated shoulder blocks prevent skidding during turns, increase the effectiveness of braking.
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