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Michelin launches ADT tyre at INTERMAT

Following the success of its XADN tyre for articulated dump trucks, Michelin has further enhanced the tyre’s construction to include better sidewall protection against damage from rocks and foreign objects. Called the XADN+, the new version is also claimed to offer improved tyre life – typically 8-10% over the XADN version said the French maker – while simultaneously reducing rolling resistance as a result of removing 14kg of dead weight from the tyre. The 29.5 R25 tyre’s tread depth and pattern remain unch
April 13, 2012 Read time: 1 min
Michelin XADN+ ADT Tyre LIVE at INTERMAT 2012
Following the success of its XADN tyre for articulated dump trucks, 720 Michelin has further enhanced the tyre’s construction to include better sidewall protection against damage from rocks and foreign objects. Called the XADN+, the new version is also claimed to offer improved tyre life – typically 8-10% over the XADN version said the French maker – while simultaneously reducing rolling resistance as a result of removing 14kg of dead weight from the tyre. The 29.5 R25 tyre’s tread depth and pattern remain unchanged.

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