Although the Michelin Latitude X-Ice North Xin2+ winter studded tire was developed based on a model for passenger cars, it has a number of significant design differences. This is due to the fact that it is designed for operation on crossovers and SUVs, including full-size modifications of these vehicles, which have a large mass and size.
Two-layer tread
One of the main features of this model's design is the two-layer tread. Its inner layer provides reliable fixation of the stud. At the same time, the force of its retention in the tread increases with a decrease in the temperature of the surroundings. The lower it is, the lower the elasticity of the inner layer, which in turn leads to an increase in the piercing force of the stud and, together with it, increases the effectiveness of its work on ice.
As for the outer layer of the tread, it is made of a Flex-Ice rubber mixture of the second iteration. It, on the contrary, is characterized by increased elasticity at low temperatures. At the same time, the presence of special polymers in its composition provides the tread with integrity when heated.
Aggressive and efficient tread pattern design
The tread pattern used in this model not only gives it a striking appearance but also provides excellent performance on any winter roads. Its design is characterized by the presence of a large number of separate blocks, which improve traction on snow. At the same time, the V-shaped arrangement of the drainage grooves and their increasing width towards the shoulder zones provide very fast and efficient removal of snow masses from under the contact patch. The polished surface of the walls further increases the intensity of this process.
Key features of Michelin Latitude X-Ice North Xin2+
- two-layer tread provides excellent performance in any road and weather conditions;
- increased resistance to slash-planning due to the V-shaped arrangement of the drainage grooves;
- reinforced breaker construction increases load capacity, providing a high level of reliability.
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