LLF56 +
The commercial vehicle tire market is full of brands from around the world. But in this review, we will talk about those tires that, at a low cost, provide excellent performance. So Linglong LLF56 + is a great all-weather rubber for your truck or bus.
Why these tires? We've already mentioned the affordable cost, and another really important reason is versatility. These tires are truly versatile as they can be fitted to both buses and trucks. They are suitable for both steering and driving axles. Most importantly, they ride well in any weather.
As you can see, there are more than enough reasons to buy. Let's consider them in more detail. But first, let's talk about the main characteristics of these tires.
Main characteristics
- Model: LLF56 +
- Brand: Linglong
- Manufacturer: Shandong Linglong Tire Co., Ltd.
- Country: China.
- Tire type: tubeless.
- Seasonality: all-season.
- Purpose: regional cargo and passenger transportation.
- Compatibility: medium-duty trucks and regular buses.
- Tread type: symmetrical non-directional.
- Tread height: 13.5-14 mm.
- Design features radial frame.
- Maximum wheel load: up to 6000 lb.
Now that we know the basic performance characteristics of these tires, let's look at their main advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages
All the operational advantages of LLF56 + tires are due to the special approach of Linglong Tire to the organization of the production process and the organization of quality control of finished products. Again, let's not forget that Linglong Tire is the largest Chinese tire manufacturer, and therefore the company has sufficient capabilities to implement the most advanced and efficient technologies in the design of its products. With that said, here are the main benefits that potential buyers should be aware of.
The versatility of application. Not every tire provides good handling on both smooth asphalt and dirt roads. But the LLF56 + tires are a universal solution since they ride equally well on the highway and the roads of not the best quality. This advantage makes the LLF56 + tires the best solution for regional freight and passenger transport.
Long service life. Thanks to the special materials from which the tread is molded and thanks to the even pressure of the tire over the entire area of contact with the road, LLF56 + tires do not wear off as quickly as most other all-weather tires. This is probably why the Linglong Tire company gives a guarantee for its truck tires up to 65 thousand miles or up to 5 years of use.
Reliability. In addition to durability, LLF56 + tires are reliable. In other words, these tires will not cause unexpected downtime on the road. The reliability of the tires is due to the reinforcement of the structure and the characteristics of the radial carcass. Therefore, the tires perfectly retain their shape even under increased loads. In addition, these tires are cut and puncture resistant, which is very important given that they are tubeless.
Self-cleaning function. Fine rubble is hammered into the tread of any large tire. If the rubble remains in the tread grooves for a long time, it begins to gradually destroy the rubber. With this in mind, the tread design of the LLF56 + tires is designed in such a way that stones stuck in the grooves fly out of them already at a speed of 40 mph. As a result, the tire stays clean, no matter how and where it is used. This means that the threat of unplanned depressurization is reduced.
Soft move. Most buyers point to this advantage in their reviews. The car goes smoother, absorbing small bumps, both on highways and light off-road. This is an important advantage, since in the course of regional transportation, from time to time, you have to travel on roads of not the best quality.
The ability to operate at any time of the year. There are many all-season tires on the market, but they all operate within a limited temperature range. This is because rubber softens in the heat, and hardens in the cold, and cannot provide optimal running characteristics. LLF56 + tires are one of the few that maintain the same tread density over a wider temperature range. As a result, the tire not only provides good grip but also wears out more slowly.
Affordable price. Linglong Tire, like any Chinese manufacturer, is interested in an effective market presence in different countries around the world. Therefore, the company offers products that are not only high quality but also inexpensive.
Fuel economy. The tread height of the LLF56 + tires has been specially selected so as not to create excessive rolling resistance to the wheel. This is a very important point from the point of view of organizing regional cargo and passenger transportation. Given that the fuel economy is up to 15%, the benefit is considerable.
Disadvantages
LLF56 + tires, along with advantages, must have disadvantages. Perhaps there are such disadvantages, but, to tell the truth, against the background of the above advantages, they are not perceived as serious. Well, for example, speaking about the shortcomings, many buyers note that there are no official representatives of the Linglong Tire brand in every country and not in every city.
Hence, some people may have trouble buying this rubber bargain. But this is not a big problem, as these tires can be bought online at great prices and you don't have to look for them in regular stores. Again, the network of Linglong Tire dealerships is expanding from year to year, which means that most likely an authorized dealer will soon appear near you and offer all the advantages of a profitable purchase.
Which ensures all-weather application
As previously stated, unlike conventional all-season tires, the LLF56 + maintains tread tightness over a wide temperature range. This, first of all, is achieved due to the special composition of the compound from which the tread is molded. Linglong Tire uses thermosetting rubber in the production of truck tires, which are equally elastic in summer and winter. Thermosetting rubber is a high-tech compound consisting of more than 20 components. Not every manufacturer can use such materials.
But Linglong Tire is one of the 5 largest Chinese tire manufacturers and therefore has sufficient potential to purchase and use a high-tech compound.
In addition to the same tread density, the all-weather operation is largely ensured by the tread pattern. Large longitudinal tread channels provide optimal directional stability. Moreover, the longitudinal channels of the tread effectively drain water and slush from the contact patch of the tire with the road.
What ensures tire reliability
The LLF56 + tires are reliable and durable, and this advantage is provided by the radial carcass and several manufacturing technologies. The radial casing is an old proven technology that ensures that the tire retains its shape even under heavy loads. To additionally protect the tires from mechanical deformations, the carcass is reinforced with metal belts along the central rib.
This reinforcement has a positive effect on the operation of the tire when hitting curbs, speed bumps, and other obstacles on the road. In addition, it is the metal belts that provide uniform pressure of the tires to the road surface. This contributes to uniform wear of the tread and, as a result, extends the tread life.
To whom we recommend
LLF56 + will suit all those who appreciate the high quality of purchased tires, but do not intend to overpay for the brand's popularity.