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Tires to avoid damage when working in the field

Tractor with implement working in field

How to Prevent Agricultural Tire Damage

Agricultural tires face demanding conditions in the field and on the road. Stubble, heavy loads and sharp debris can cause tire damage that leads to premature wear, downtime and unexpected replacement costs.

Learn about common causes of agricultural tire damage and the Michelin tire solutions designed to help protect your equipment and keep your operation moving.

1 - Protecting Agricultural Tires From Stubble Damage

 

Michelin Yieldbib tire is designed to increase resistance to damage cause by stubble

Michelin Yieldbib tires installed on a tractor in a stubble field

After harvest, hard crop stubble can damage agricultural tires as equipment travels across the field. Repeated contact can gradually abrade the rubber, particularly around the tread and lugs, leading to cuts, gouging and premature wear.

As stubble damage increases, tire performance and service life can be affected. More severe damage may also lead to punctures and unplanned downtime during field operations.

To help reduce the risk, choose ag tires designed to resist stubble damage and the demanding conditions of post-harvest fieldwork.

Michelin YIELDBIB: Designed for Stubble Resistance
 

The Michelin YIELDBIB tire features Michelin’s Stubble Shield marking and is designed to help resist damage caused by crop stubble. Its tread design and specialized rubber compound help protect areas of the tire exposed to repeated stubble contact.
 


Stubble Shield offers increased resistance to damage

michelin stubble shield

1. Anti-stubble reinforcement
An anti-stubble strip reinforces an area of the tire exposed to repeated contact with crop stubble.

2. Lug design
The lugs are positioned to help deflect stubble away from vulnerable areas of the tire.

3. Specialized rubber compound
The rubber compound is designed to help resist damage and support tire life.


Michelin YIELDBIB also features Michelin UltraFlex Technology and is compatible with Central Tire Inflation Systems (CTIS).

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2 - Managing Heavy Loads During Harvest
 

Combine harvester in the field

Choose ag tires that are resistant to heavy loads for harvesting

During harvest, combine harvesters operate under heavy and constantly changing loads. Headers and other equipment add significant weight, while the grain tank becomes progressively heavier as it fills.

These loads are carried by the tires and change throughout the harvest cycle as the grain tank fills and empties. This makes load capacity and durability important considerations when choosing combine harvester tires.

The tires must be able to support these repeated loads throughout harvest while maintaining reliable performance over time. Choosing tires designed for the machine's load requirements can also help reduce the risk of tire damage and unplanned downtime.

Michelin UltraFlex Technology for Heavy Loads

Michelin UltraFlex Technology is designed to help agricultural tires operate under demanding load conditions while supporting lower inflation pressures when appropriate for the application.

For harvesting equipment that carries heavy, changing loads, this technology helps provide the load capacity needed throughout the harvest cycle.


Michelin CEREXBIB 2 for Harvesting Equipment

Featuring Michelin UltraFlex Technology, the Michelin CEREXBIB 2 is designed for heavy harvesting equipment and demanding load conditions.

Its reinforced construction helps support heavy loads while providing resistance to punctures and tire damage. Michelin CEREXBIB 2 was developed for the demands of harvesting applications, where tire loads can change significantly as the machine operates and the grain tank fills and empties.

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Michelin FLOATXBIB for Self-Propelled Spreaders

Designed for self-propelled spreaders, the Michelin FLOATXBIB features Michelin UltraFlex Technology and is designed to support high load capacity while also resisting stubble damage and wear.

Its reinforced central tread area, specialized lug design and rubber compound help reduce heat buildup during operation, supporting the tire's load and speed capabilities.

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Michelin MEGAXBIB 2 for Harvesting Equipment

Designed for harvesting equipment, the Michelin MEGAXBIB 2 is built to support heavy loads and demanding harvest conditions. It features Michelin’s Stubble Shield marking, indicating increased resistance to damage caused by crop stubble.

Its steel-reinforced tread and reinforced casing are designed to provide puncture resistance, support load distribution and promote long tire life.

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3 - Protecting Tires From Punctures

Equipment such as backhoes, compact wheel loaders and telehandlers may operate on hard surfaces where scrap metal, debris and other sharp objects can damage tires. Choosing tires designed for puncture resistance can help reduce the risk of tire damage and unplanned downtime.

 

Michelin BIBLOAD Hard Surface for Puncture Resistance
 


The Michelin BIBLOAD Hard Surface tire features reinforced sidewalls, steel crown plies and a steel casing structure designed to provide puncture resistance and durability in demanding operating conditions.

Its high tread depth is designed for extended use on aggressive surfaces, while 96 tread blocks and a large rubber contact area help reduce vibration for greater operator comfort.

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MICHELIN BIBLOAD HARD SURFACE - Langlebigkeit, Widerstandsfähigkeit, Komfort - Testimonial DE/FR

Michelin XMCL for Puncture Resistance

Designed for backhoes, compact wheel loaders and telehandlers, the Michelin XMCL tire features reinforced sidewalls and steel crown plies to provide resistance to damage and punctures in demanding operating conditions.

Its durable rubber compound is also designed to provide wear resistance for extended service life.

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BIBLOAD HARD SURFACE
Non-directional steel-belted radial tire
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CEREXBIB 2
Outstanding productivity and soil protection.
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FLOATXBIB
The highest load capacity in the field and highest speed index on roads.
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MEGAXBIB 2
Excellent solution for harvesters, floaters and heavy equipment.
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XMCL
All-terrain, steel-belted Radial tire designed to optimize "uptime" performance on high-usage construction and utility equipment.
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YIELDBIB
The low-pressure tire for high-powered row crop applications.
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