A Leader in its Field

Goodyear has sold over 700,000 of the Optitrac tyre, making this one of the most popular farm tyre ranges on the market. Goodyear Optitrac first arrived on the European farm scene in 1999, with the introduction of the DT812, 70 series tyre, and was complemented by the DT818, 65 series variant, in 2001. The range was further extended by the introductions of the DT824 volume range, DT830 super volume range and DT800 in row crop sizes. The Optitrac family was further extended at the end of 2004, with the DT806, 85 series tyre, making a total of six products in the range.

In 2006 another family member was launched. Named the Goodyear Optitrac R+, this extended the performance capabilities of the range further, by providing even greater traction and carrying higher loads at speeds over 40 mph. This tyre was designed for the next generation of faster operating, compact, high-performance tractors over 150 hp.

The Optitrac range was developed at The Goodyear Technical Centre in Luxembourg with the tyre needs of the demanding European farmer in mind. Field surveys with end users across Europe have shown that besides low soil compaction, superior field traction and good road-holding, Optitrac tyres offer high mileage, surpassing most competitors and reducing operating costs. Low operating costs are particularly important with rising costs and lower farm incomes.

All major tractor, harvester and combine brands, for sale worldwide, offer Optitrac tyres as original equipment. Goodyear Optitrac tyres use similar internal construction and lug shape. They also have a premium tread depth and feature modern sidewall styling. Goodyear Optitrac is available in 123 different dimensions from 270 mm to 900 mm wide and from 16 to 50-inch rim diameter.

Goodyear expects to sell its Millionth Optitrac tyre during 2008.