There are few linehaul carriers serious about optimising their palletised and bulk transport offering who have yet to adopt Performance-Based Standards (PBS).
Not only do PBS-approved combinations give them an edge in moving essential goods across borders on key freight corridors, but they also afford significant efficiencies in cost savings, fuel, emissions not to mention make something of a bold statement to prospective customers about the operational credentials of the business.
They are, from concept through to building and approval, exacting investments. Therefore, a vital bumper-to-bumper solution for truck OEMs that are engineering vehicles to handle the demands of high productivity design itself requires a proven premium product.
Australian Tyre Traders has launched a new range of steer tyres to complement the nationally renowned Haulmax Tyres portfolio. Four new dependable options headline the series – the locally-engineered ATT420, ATT424, ATT499 and ATT120 variants which were specifically developed for Australia’s unique road and transport operations.
The new Haulmax Tyres steer range is best suited for linehaul and regional steer applications. Each model was designed to provide better cost per kilometre performance, wear resistance – and upon deployment – reduce road noise and increase driver comfort.
Australian Tyre Traders National Marketing and Communications Manager, Daniel Sapsead, says the new selection presents the market with another high-quality choice that can be relied on in line with ever-expanding government regulations.
“We want to be able to provide a full front-to-back solution for truck and trailer manufacturers, and operators alike,” he says. “Haulmax Tyres now has that complete package with the new steer tyre range.”
The ATT424 model is a dedicated super single steer tyre available in a 385/65R22.5 size. Meanwhile the ATT499, available in 315/80R22.5, was crafted with stone ejectors at the groove base to help eliminate stone retention and drilling, while also meeting the standards to Euro VI compliant vehicles.
Accompanied by the ATT420 model which is available in the widely used 295/80R22.5 size. The ATT420, ATT424 and ATT499 are met with the ATT120 which, being smaller in size (295/60R22.5), is more suitable for light trucks and local transport operators and direct changeovers from 275/70 R22.5 tyres for a wider footprint with the same overall diameter.
“Australia has some of the best operators and toughest terrains in the world,” Daniel says. “We’re trying to provide solutions that will work for everyone.”
The new steer tyre range underwent significant trials prior to launch. The products were tested in various applications across Australia, for example in Western Australia’s Pilbara region – an area that is notorious for its extremely harsh operating conditions. The results were vastly positive according to Daniel.
“Steer tyres are one of the hardest types of tyres to design and manufacture because there’s a lot of technology included,” he explains. “The driver also feels everything. Any vibration or movement is automatically felt through the steering column. It’s therefore very important to get it right for driver comfort as well as application.
“We’ve tested the product in areas it’s going to be the most challenged in. If it works in extremely demanding environments, we know it’s going to work well in easier applications.”
Testing, of course, has been intensive including the punishing grades found in the mountainous terrain of New South Wales. Kilometres under load have been measured. Wear patterns recorded. In sum, Haulmax have recognised the increasing relevance of fit-for-purpose tyres for all applications and delivered a range equal to the task.
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