Michelin goes lower
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• The conflict between the European 4m height limit and the need to accommodate a 3m Euro container has led to the development of smaller Michelin tyres.
Its two 60 series tyres, the 295/60R22.5 and 305/60R22.5, gain 60min for the tractive unit and will become available soon, but the 55 series, under development on 19.5in wheels, will lower the trailer height even further.
Other new products includes the "E" family which give a fourlife package with regrooving and Michelin's Remix process.
The XZE1 design is intended for steering or other free rolling axles but can also be used on drive axles.
The XDE1 is designed to give exceptionally long life on drive axles. Its patterned shoulders allow the dispersion of snow and mud and are claimed to give good traction.