Posted by WellWorn on December 31, 2014 at 09:39:12 from (75.250.20.4):
I'm starting to look at replacement tractor rears as the old bias Firestones on my daily driver are getting to the point of more slip than grip when moving more than the tractor itself. I won't name the application, because I want this thread to cover the generalities applicable to all sizes. I started looking at the Firestone site and was somewhat amazed at the options. I'm sure the vast experience here is better than any tire salesman I could get a straight answer out of.
Basic options:
Bias vs radial / pros and cons of each
Number of lugs: is more or less better for some soils, and/or road wear?
What about lug pattern, e.g.: long-short, split, some other?
Any "formula" for tractor HP / weight vs tire footprint (flat plate area)?
Going over or under on rim width to change tire profile / traction?
And to further open a can of worms, what brands/types have you been happy (or unhappy) with?
I know a couple farmers who have gone to "rice and cane" on their tractors, and if they made them in the size I currently need, I'd be tempted.
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