Choosing tires

VF (Very High Flexion) tires are the latest generation of agricultural tires that offer more load capacity with lower operating pressure. But what are the practical benefits? Our Product Manager Tero Saari gives a different perspective on VF tires.

The use of wheel loaders has expanded beyond earthmoving and many professionals now prefer them for their efficiency and maneuverability. Wheel loader tires need to keep up. In this article, our Product Manager, Kimmo Kekki, explains the characteristics required of today's tires.

What are the ideal tires for tractor winter service and why should you use them? How will they cope in the summer conditions? What does the M+S Marking stand for in tractor tires made by Nokian Tyres? What are the real-life benefits of using such tires? In this article, our product Manager Tero Saari gives us the lowdown on the ideal tractor winter service tires – made in Finland by Nokian Tyres.

You need just the right type of tires to optimize your tractor’s performance, efficiency, and safety. Two common types of tractor tires with unique applications are R-1 and R-4 tires. ​Other ​types of tractor tires have distinct characteristics and work better in specific types of tasks and conditions than others.

The performance of agricultural equipment and soil health are important for farm productivity and crop yields. One key to successful agricultural work is the choice of tractor tires. The right choice of tires improves soil friendliness, grip on soft terrain, and fuel efficiency. So-called flotation tires enhance performance while minimizing soil compaction under the tractor’s heavy load.

Different jobs call for the right type of tractor tires. Tire tread type plays an important role in efficiently completing your agricultural and contracting operations. R-1 and R-4 tractor tires are the most common types with unique use cases. Choose the tire type based on the worksite and its characteristics.

In farming and agricultural contracting, tractor-driven trailers have many uses in transporting produce, fodder, soil, silt, and other materials. What’s common for most transport is that loading or unloading often takes place on fields or other soft soil. This sets high demands on trailer tire stability, particularly on uneven ground.

Reliable farm tractor tires are integral to the efficiency and productivity of agricultural work. High-quality tractor tires provide much-needed traction, stability, and durability across various farming operations and changing terrains throughout the year.