- Reinforced steel-belted radial construction for uniform ground contact to enable reliable traction and extended tire life;
- Radial MPT (R-4) tread depth for consistent performance in multi-surface agro-industrial working conditions;
- Optimized rolling resistance for improved fuel efficiency and reduced overall operating costs;
- Reduced noise and vibration for enhanced operator comfort;
- All-season traction and self-cleaning design for stability on wet, dry or uneven surfaces; and
- High speed and load capacity with D-rated high-speed tires engineered to meet the requirements of multi-surface agro-industrial applications.
Alongside the MS971R introduction, Maxam Tire is bolstering its VF technology presence across the AgriXtra N, H and XL series.
These new VF sizes allow operators to either carry 40% more load at standard air pressures or reduce pressure by 40% for the same load, the company said.
By increasing load capacity or decreasing tire inflation pressure, farmers can minimize soil compaction, improve traction, save fuel and ultimately increase efficiency, Maxam said.
The lines include:
- AgriXtra 85 (VF580/85R42): Designed for large combine harvesters operating dual drive tires found in "row crop" farming. This new size with its enhanced load carrying capacity was engineered to deliver an improved product solution for 30-inch crop rows agricultural equipment.
- AgriXtra N (VF20/95R50): For large self-propelled high-clearance sprayers and tractors. With a 45-degree lug profile, it offers traction and reduced vibration during roading, enabling higher productivity while maintaining lower soil compaction.
- AgriXtra H (VF750/65R25, VF520/80R26, VF620/70R26): Engineered for heavy-load steer axles of harvesters, the AgriXtra H's self-cleaning, extra-wide tread design and sturdy radial steelbelted construction provide greater flotation, improved performance and less soil disturbance.
- AgriXtra XL (e.g., VF900/60R42): Tailored for large mechanical front-wheel-drive tractors, this flotation solution enables higher load capacity at reduced pressures.
Each tire is backed by an 8-year warranty.
"Our expansion of VF technology within the AgriXtra product lines and the launch of the MS971R reflect Maxam's commitment to delivering innovative, reliable solutions that align with the real-world challenges farmers and growers face," said Greg Gilland, vice president of global agriculture at Maxam Tire.
"We recognize the immense effort that goes into maximizing yield and productivity, and we are committed to developing products that make this work easier, more efficient and more sustainable."
Danvers-based Maxam Tire North America is a business unit of China's Sailun Group.