Michelin Adds New Size to X Terminal-T Range

Michelin has released a new size in its X Terminal-T range. The 310/80R22.5 tyre, says the company, is designed to significantly boost productivity levels in port terminals through its suitability on all articulated vehicle axle positions. Additional benefits, claims Michelin, are double the working life of a traditional radial truck tyre and significantly improved fuel economy compared to a bias-ply or solid tyre. The repairable and retreadable Michelin X Terminal-T becomes available from specialised dealers in September 2008 in Europe, and in November 2008 in the US, Africa, the Middle East and Asia.

The all-axle suitability of the new 310/80R22.5 tyre allows for less stock and simplified stock management. For instance, comments the tyre major, it can easily be fitted instead of 11R22.5 and 295/80R22.5 size tyres, as their rolling circumferences are very close and the rim size is identical: 8.25 or 9.00 inches.