Summer tire for SUVs Nokian Nordman S SUV, despite being introduced quite recently, is not a new model. It was created based on another model from the Finnish manufacturer HT SUV. The main difference between the copy and the "original" is the use of less expensive materials and production technologies. As shown by the experience of other models released under the Nordman brand, this feature is hardly noticeable in real operating conditions, which cannot be said about the cost. It is significantly lower than that of the "originals", which has determined the popularity of both this tire and other tire products of the Nordman brand.
As for this particular model, it is favorably distinguished from numerous competitors by its adaptability to operation on rough road surfaces, which are typical for Northern Europe and Russian regions located near the Arctic Circle. In such conditions, it demonstrates good traction properties in any conditions, regardless of speed, comfort while driving, refined handling, and, of course, increased wear resistance.
Effective tread pattern
In an effort to give the Nordman S SUV tire maximum efficiency, Finnish tire manufacturers preferred to choose a tread pattern with an asymmetric arrangement of elements. Its versatility is due to the presence of several functional zones, each of which provides certain operational properties, which is why the elements of the tread are arranged asymmetrically. This tire has two of them - the outer and inner sides.
The outer side of the tread is distinguished by the presence of very massive and rigid elements that are resistant to multidirectional acceleration forces. This allows the tire to maintain stability and provide reliable traction when turning, as well as effectively transmit traction and braking forces to the road surface when accelerating and decelerating.
In turn, the inner side of the tread provides, first of all, directional stability at high speeds, quickness and accuracy in response to steering wheel turns, as well as resistance to aquaplaning. For these purposes, a very wide longitudinal rib is located here, to which a large number of small tread blocks and numerous drainage grooves are attached.
"Stone removers"
In addition to diverting water from the contact patch, the drainage grooves perform other functions. In particular, they prevent stones and other foreign objects from getting stuck in them. They are simply pushed out thanks to special elements located at the bottom of the longitudinal drainage grooves in the central part of the tread. This significantly increases the reliability of the tire and extends its service life.
Confident behavior on dirt roads
Belonging to the "highway" category H/T, this model, nevertheless, allows you to confidently move outside of asphalt roads. This ability is provided by the design of the shoulder areas of the tread. Their outer side contains numerous dirt-grabbing elements of rectangular and triangular shape, forming numerous traction edges and improving the tire's passability on earth and sand surfaces.
Main features of Nordman S SUV
- the composition of the rubber mixture is optimized for operation on rough road surfaces, as well as at low ambient temperatures, which makes this tire an ideal option for use in conditions of cold summer;
- an asymmetric tread pattern with several functional zones provides maximum performance in any conditions;
- stone removers in longitudinal drainage grooves increase reliability;
- special dirt-grabbing elements on the outer side of the shoulder areas improve traction properties on earth and sand surfaces;
- a special rim shape prevents damage to the wheel disc.
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