Max van tyres
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UNIROYAL'S Max T2 tyre intrc duced 10 years ago is to be rc placed with two new van tyres the Max C5 and Max C50 whic are designed to match the grovi ing new generation of ligh vans.
The tyre range covers twi specific areas, car-derived vans pick-ups and vehicles up to 3. tonnes gvw and have an r speed rating for 140km/I (87mph). The common interlock ing trapezoidal block tread, compromise between a ribbec and full block tread with extn wide grooves and 216 sipes, im prove aquaplaning resistance.
Construction, using a nev breaker cushion, a strong two ply rayon carcass, improve( bead construction and nylon cai ply, allows for retreading afte the first life.
Development of the tread pat tern employing a low hysteresi: compound has reduced rollinE resistance and quietened overal noise levels.
Both Max C5 and C50 tyre$ have a high apex bead construc
tion with compact belt assembhi to give a large balanced contac1 area for maximum stability.
Tyre sales give a good indication to the sales performance ol particular types of vehicle. Uni royal Englebert predict an expansion in the van market to reach 1979 proportions by 1985 with imported vehicles taking a 33 per cent share.