Nokian Heavy Tyres Technical manual / Agricultural tyres Nokian agricultural tyres Tractors and other agricultural machines are getting bigger and also faster in transition driving and other such situations. Consequently, low soil compaction and fuel costs are particular focus areas. In response to the quickly changing demands of farming, we are developing new radial products alongside the traditional cross-ply tyres. Our extensive range of special agricultural tyres provides farmers and the environment with controlled power and gentle efficiency throughout the year, every year. Agricultural tyres includes: 4.3 Tractor tyres Notice! may Manual al technic ontain c o tion als informa ted on omit s. product Product range Flotation radial 4.2.1 Nokian Country King 4.3.6 Liquid and salt ballasting 4.3.7 Ground contact areas 4.2.4 Liquid and salt ballasting 4.2.5 Load capacity values at different speeds 4.3.9 Mounting tyres on four wheel drive tractors 4.3.1 Nokian TRI 2 4.3.2 Nokian TRI 2 Extreme 4.3.3 Nokian TRI 2 Extreme Steel Other products 4.4.1 Nokian ELS L-1 4.4.2 Nokian Trailer 4.4.3 Tubes and valves 4.4.4 Liquid and salt ballasting

Nokian Heavy Tyres Technical manual / Agricultural tyres Agricultural tyres Flotation radial Tractor tyres Other products Nokian Country King Nokian TRI 2 / Nokian TRI 2 Extreme / Nokian TRI 2 Extreme Steel Nokian Trailer

Nokian Heavy Tyres Technical manual / Agricultural tyres / Testimonials / Henrik Simonsen, Denmark Nokian Country King never leaves you in trouble Henrik Simonsen, farmer and contractor Nokian Heavy Tyres’ products and services are highly trusted in Denmark Henrik Simonsen is a contractor and a farmer with 3,500 hectares of field in Denmark’s East Jutland. Simonsen owns approximately 700 hectares, 1,000 hectares is rented, and the rest is held on a contracting basis. –During the season peak, we work around the clock. It is essential that we can rely on the tyre manufacturer’s products and services....

Nokian Heavy Tyres Technical manual / Agricultural tyres / Testimonials / Jørgen Stougaard, Denmark Nokian ELS Radial tyres are put to test at Lindegaard farm Jørgen Stougaard, farmer and farm owner Finnish tyres are being tested in Danish countryside Located on the Danish island Fyn, the Lindegaard farm is a big one on the Danish scale. Tending the 930-hectare farm are Hans and Kirsten Stougaard and their sons Jørgen and Ulrik. Besides growing crops, the farm also raises some 34,000 pigs annually. – The agricultural machinery is in heavy use at the farm, which is why we need a reliable tyre...

Nokian Heavy Tyres Technical manual / Agricultural tyres / Flotation radial Flotation radial Flotation radial means efficiency with respect for the environment. A low profile radial flotation tyre has wide contact area, which creates less surface pressure on soil compared with diagonal tyres. Right tyre pressure, radial structure and optimal tread pattern keep the fields productive by giving less soil compaction. Low rolling resistance in flotation radials saves up to 20 % in fuel compared with diagonal tyres.

Nokian Heavy Tyres Technical manual / Agricultural tyres / Flotation radial / Nokian Country King Nokian Country King Stable and versatile flotation tyre An efficient and durable flotation tyre for large agricultural machines and trailers. Thanks to good cleaning properties, high load-bearing capacity and low rolling resistance, the tyre moves lightly and economically. A versatile and easily cleaning flotation tyre High load-bearing capacity, sturdy and comfortable driving Low rolling resistance lowers fuel consumption Tyre carcass is stabilized by an inextensible circumferential belt. (SB =...

Nokian Heavy Tyres Technical manual / Agricultural tyres / Flotation radial / Nokian Country King Tread depth Size Total tread depth Tread depth measured on top of tie-bar Country King Country King Country King Country King Country King Country King Country King Country King Country King Country King Country King Tread depth indicator Remaining tread depth in mm Tread depth measuring point on top of tie-bar Total tread depth measuring point

Nokian Heavy Tyres Technical manual / Agricultural tyres / Flotation radial / Nokian ELS Radial Nokian ELS Radial Respecting and protecting the environment A flotation radial tyre for agricultural machines and trailers. The large contact area, low tyre pressure and the structure and tread pattern efficiently prevents soil compaction. Excellent grip and mobility for soft surfaces. Environmentally friendly flotation tyre for large agricultural machines and trailers Low surface pressure and soil compaction due to the large contact area This sturdy radial tyre endures speed well Available also as...

Nokian Heavy Tyres Technical manual / Agricultural tyres / Flotation radial / Nokian ELS Radial Tread depth Size Total tread depth mm Nokian ELS / Nokian ELS SB tread depth measuring point

Nokian Heavy Tyres Technical manual / Agricultural tyres / Flotation radial / Tubes and valves Tubes and valves Nokian Country King Size Product code Valve tubeless Tube product code Valve tube-type Product code Valve tubeless Tube product code Valve tube-type Nokian ELS Radial Size Notice! n Nokia Use only timal r op tubes fo fe. tube li

Nokian Heavy Tyres Technical manual / Agricultural tyres / Flotation radial / Liquid and salt ballasting Liquid and salt ballasting Liquid and salt ballasting Liquid ballasting is used to increase machine stability. It is recommended to use professional tyre outlets to carry out the filling procedure. Special equipment and water permeable valves are required. In liquid and salt ballasting, use tubes to prevent rims from rusting. Note! If a filler other than liquid is used (i.e. polyurethane), tyre warranty does not apply. Water ballasting 75 % of tyre volume is filled. Amounts listed in the table...

Nokian Heavy Tyres Technical manual / Agricultural tyres / Flotation radial / Liquid and salt ballasting Nokian ELS Radial Size Water / salt filling (75% / -30°C / -22°F) Salt (CaCl2) Total weight increase