A key feature of the all-season Nitto Trail Grappler tire is that it is better suited for off-road use than for paved roads. The model belongs to the Mud Terrain category, which implies the presence of a number of features in its design, which will be discussed below.
Low noise level
In the creation of the tire, modern computer simulation technologies were widely used. In particular, they were used to develop the tread pattern. It is made in an open design, containing a large number of blocks. However, the combination of their shapes, sizes, and arrangement is so successful that the tire demonstrates low noise for its category on paved roads.
Traction properties off-road
The distance between the blocks is so large that the tread is extremely effective at self-cleaning from adhering soil particles. In combination with numerous and very high traction edges, this provides the tire with excellent off-road capabilities on solid surfaces. Additional traction is provided by the shoulder blocks of a trapezoidal shape and special protrusions on the sidewalls.
Smooth ride
The tire is distinguished by its softness on the road. This is due to several factors at once. One of them is the rubber compound. It has increased elasticity, which allows it to smooth out the shock impact from road irregularities. Another feature of the tire is the use of modern technologies in its manufacture, which ensure uniform characteristics throughout the tread.
Main features of Nitto Trail Grappler
- designed specifically for off-road use;
- low noise level on paved roads;
- tread with an open design effectively self-cleans from adhering soil particles;
- smooth ride, thanks to an elastic and uniform rubber compound throughout the tread;
- very durable carcass with three synthetic cords in the sidewalls