The Yokohama 103ZR is a commercial tire that's designed for use on the steer axle of trucks in regional service. The 103ZR features stone ejectors to prevent debris from drilling into tread grooves and an extra-deep 23/32" tread depth; the deepest tread depth of any low rolling resistance tire in its class. Reinforced sidewalls and a tough tread compound make the 103ZR a good choice for high-scrub applications.
The new Yokohama 103ZR tires arrived in response to the growing global demand for off-road tires for pickup trucks and SUVs. In exchange for the 2004 Yokohama Geolandar M / T + G001C, an aggressive tread design was adopted mainly by the efforts of Yokohama engineers. It will be of interest to off-road enthusiasts. At the same time, we need to consider a Chinese technology specialist. The guide emphasizes that "aesthetics" is not the only benefit of tires.
Features of mud rubber Yokohama 103ZR
A regional steer tire that promotes durability extended wear periods and reduced fuel consumption, the 103ZR from Yokohama is engineered to provide mile after mile of dependable performance with limited downtime and excellent retreadability. With a 23/32 depth, the 103ZR is the deepest Smartway verified tire in its class. Reinforced sidewalls protect against curbing and scrubbing from stop-and-go applications. Advanced stone ejectors prevent debris from reaching the bottom of tread blocks reducing damage by up to 25%. 103ZR tires feature a serpentine pattern that protects premature shoulder step-down. With a lower rolling resistance than other brands, 103ZR tires are more fuel-efficient.
Listened opinion
Yokohama listened to potential customers when developing new tires. And the company claims that these are the current market demands. The tires have new rubber compounds, triple layer sidewalls (size LT). Plus they have a hexagonal bead core for durability. Buoyancy was equipped with advanced tread blocks, open square shoulders, and additional sidewall lugs. "Triple sidewalls are intended to prevent punctures under extreme conditions. They are compatible with all E and D road index tires "Yokohama's product planning manager, Bob Abrams, stated.
The new tire profile design demonstrates that Yokohama takes into account the requirements of the driver. Optimized void ratio, modified sipes, and a one-of-a-kind stone and dirt repellent-all designed with off-road enthusiasts in mind. The depth of the sipe is equal to 80% of the tread thickness. The pattern's pitch is variable, which reduces the noise level.
“The large, flat footprint improves the uniformity of load balancing,” Abrams explains. “When the loads distribute evenly, there are fewer hotspots in the tread, and heat and friction shorten tire life.”
The tread pattern
Dust tires have an environmentally friendly drainage system. The accelerated width of the grooves, combined with their sufficient strength, allows for the acceleration of large amounts of water and dust. Following that, it was collected and excluded.
The 103ZR tread pattern allows you to drive in the most difficult terrain. This is to improve maneuverability in wetlands and dusty terrain. It also helps improve driving comfort on paved roads. It also reduces tire noise when rolling.
Also, the muddy Yokohama 103ZR tires are extremely durable. They also have high puton resistance. Tires were first launched in Japan at the end of summer 2017, and since then European, Asian and American markets have been waiting for them. We made this tires from high performance rubber. Therefore, we can use them on dusty roads and sandy beaches. At first glance, the competition photos of the tread in progress and, at first glance, a major factor in the tires show that cross-United States performance is at its peak.
Benefits
- SmartWay Verified
- Low rolling resistance for enhanced fuel economy
- Anti-curbing design guards the tire from damage for a longer tread life
- Deep original tread depth for a longer tread life
Application
- For Medium-Duty Trucks
Main characteristics
- Wide tread with aggressive symmetrical pattern
- Aggressive shoulder blocks
- High strength formulation with a new blend of three polymers
Shoulder tread pattern
- The attractive sidewall design continues the tread pattern for increased off-road flotation and improved tire performance.
- Durability and improved off-road grip.
Increased resource
The longer service life of the tire, its high wear resistance.
Nylon coating and wide-profile tread
- Nylon cover. Its coating increases tread strength
- 3-layer construction. Increased resistance to side cuts
Controllability
The unique tread design of the tires gives the car excellent handling.
Comfort
The tires provide a high level of ride comfort.