Proper Tractor Ballast: MANUFACTURER’S ANSWER

  BKT USA, Inc. Dave Paulk:  Manager Field Technical Services There are several important reasons for using ballast on tractors. Tractors and combines often have to add weight to accommodate horsepower imbalances. Adding weight where required will improve traction and reduce slippage. Managing the...

AG Tracks vs Tires: Manufacturer’s ANSWER

  Firestone Ag Bradley J. Harris:  Manager, Global Agricultural Field Engineering Just like asking if apple or orange juice is better, asking if tracks or tires are better systems comes down to customer preference. Both systems have pros and cons, so it is important to understand the facts and benefits...

CFO Tire Explanation & Yield Benefit: Manufacturer’s ANSWER

  Titan International, Inc. (Manufacturer of Titan and Goodyear Farm Tires) Scott Sloan:  Ag Product Manager / Global LSW Cyclic Field Operation or CFO designation applies to IF tires.  Per the Tire and Rim Association, the cyclic service is intended for use on a vehicle with a minimal requirement for...

Variable Inflation System Tire Performance Impact: Tire Manufacturer’s ANSWER

  Michelin Ag David Graden: Operational Market Manager – Agriculture Variable air pressure systems allow a machine operator to adjust tire inflation with the simple touch of a button to optimize operational efficiency between field and road based upon preset parameters.  This type of system will...

Improve Yield, Traction, and Rider Comfort: Tire Manufacturer’s ANSWER

  Continuing AG Tire Talk’s new platform, enabling AG Tire Manufacturers to weigh in on and help growers solve tire related issues, ONE Question was posed: In MFWD Tractor Row Crop application, what tire features should grower look for to improve traction, reduce operator fatigue, and improve...

YOUR ANSWER to Ag Tire Questions

With all the complexities associated with Modern Ag Tires, there is no way a blog can cover everything. Our commitment to you is that if you have an Ag Tire Question, we at Ag Tire Talk will provide an answer, drawing upon a team with over 68 years of tire business experience. If your question is outside...