Michelin Introduces Four New Farm Tires
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New Ultraflex guarantee, mobile tire pressure app offered with line-up that includes world's largest agriculture tire
GREENVILLE, S.C. – MICHELIN® Agricultural tires is launching four new tires for tractors, sprayers, harvesting equipment and large implements in North America, as well as an industry-first satisfaction guarantee on the well-known Ultraflex line and a new mobile app that calculates the proper air pressure for tractor tires. Also on display during the Farm Progress show in Decatur, Ill. will be an example of both of Michelin's current VF tractor tires.
All six tire models, each with a unique tread design, feature Michelin Ultraflex Technology, which enables tires to operate at up to 40 percent lower air pressure compared to standard radial tires, resulting in a larger footprint for reduced soil compaction and higher yields. A recent Harper Adams University study demonstrated a 4 percent yield increase with Ultraflex tires compared to standard radial tires.
The expanded line-up of MICHELIN® farm tires include:
   -- The MICHELIN® VF480/80R50 179D SprayBib™ is an expansion of
       Michelin's popular VF (Very High Flexion) high-clearance sprayer tire
       offering. "The tire is designed to offer farmers a unique balance
       between a narrow tire to avoid crop damage and a flotation tire to
       minimize compaction," said James Crouch, farm segment marketing manager
       for Michelin North America. "With a maximum load of over 17,000 pounds
       and a top rated speed of 40 mph, this wider and higher-load capacity
       addition to the SprayBib family is equipped to handle the largest
       high-clearance sprayers on the market." The new VF480/80R50 179D
       SprayBib will be available in September 2015.
   -- The MICHELIN® 710/45R22.5 165D CargoXBib™ High Flotation is one of
       the latest additions to Michelin's renovated large implement line. A new
       tread design, which will replace the current CargoXBib tread design that
       has been available in North America for the past seven years, provides
       improved cleanout. This new tire line, designed with Michelin Ultraflex
       Technologies, allows the tire to fully utilize central inflation systems
       and get to the lowest pressures possible while in the field for the most
       soil protection possible. The 710/45R22.5 165D CargoXBib High Flotation
       will be available in December 2015.
   -- The MICHELIN® IF900/65R46 190D AxioBib™ offers the highest levels
       of load capacity and the lowest levels of compaction a farmer could ask
       for on large mechanical front-wheel drive (MFWD) and four-wheel drive
       machines in singles. At 7 feet 6 inches tall with a capacity of almost
       24,000 pounds, it is the largest farm tire in in the world. Introduced
       in Europe in 2014, this new size addition to the AxioBib family will
       launch in March 2016 for North American farmers.
   -- The MICHELIN® IF1000/55R32 CFO 188A8 CerexBib™ is the newest
       Michelin tire designed for large harvesting machines and grain carts.
       Launching in June 2016, it will offer a massive load capacity and a
       giant footprint. Built with Michelin Ultraflex Technology, it also
       minimizes the soil compaction caused by new large harvesting equipment.
The current MICHELIN® VF tractor tires on display include:
   -- The MICHELIN® VF710/60R42 161D XeoBib™ tire is designed for high
       horsepower tractors in singles. The Xeobib, previously introduced in
       Europe and now available to the North American farmer, is designed for
       high horsepower tractors in singles. The XeoBib line is designed to
       operate at up to 40 mph and carry heavy loads while offering Michelin
       Ultraflex Technology's highest level of soil protection.
   -- The MICHELIN® VF480/80R50 166A8/166B YieldBib™ is the largest tire
       in the YieldBib line that also minimizes compaction for MFWD tractors.
       "The YieldBib tire also includes Michelin's Stubble Shield technology to
       provide added durability against stubble damage by utilizing an
       exclusive rubber compound and reinforcement in the center line of the
       tire," Crouch said.
Ultraflex Promise Plan
Standing behind the Ultraflex tire lineup, Michelin is also announcing an industry-first full-year farmer satisfaction guarantee for the purchase of any Ultraflex tire. Farmers can try Michelin Ultraflex replacement tires risk-free for a whole year and return the tires for a refund if they are not satisfied.
Michelin launches a free mobile application to calculate agricultural tire pressure
Michelin is offering farmers access to an easy-to-use mobile application that features a number of unique functionalities. With the Michelin pressure calculator, real-time agricultural tire pressure information is just a photo and a couple of clicks away.
Using the Michelin Pressure Calculator involves three simple steps:
   -- Type the load supported by front and rear axle.
   -- Enter the type of tire fitted to the front and rear of the tractor using
       the drop-down menus.
   -- Take a photo of the tractor with your smartphone. The application's
       built-in camera function precisely calculates load distribution and the
       length of the overhang measured from the wheel axles. This feature is
       the only one of its kind on the market.
The Michelin Pressure Calculator can instantly work out the most appropriate tire pressure for the desired load and speed. This gives farmers the best pressure information possible to help them maintain road safety as well as protect the soil. The app is free on both Android and iOS devices and available in four languages: French, English, German and Spanish.
About Michelin
Dedicated to the improvement of sustainable mobility, Michelin designs, manufactures and sells tires for every type of vehicle, including airplanes, automobiles, bicycles, earthmovers, farm equipment, heavy-duty trucks and motorcycles. The company also publishes travel guides, hotel and restaurant guides, maps and road atlases. Headquartered in Greenville, S.C., Michelin North America (www.michelinman.com) employs more than 22,750 and operates 20 major manufacturing plants. For more information on Michelin Ultraflex tires, visit www.MichelinAg.com or contact your local Michelin Agriculture tire dealer.
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Michelin North America
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