Maxam Approved for Certain Caterpillar Medium Wheel Loaders

Maxam Tire North America‘s 875/65R29 Maxam MS405 L4 tire has been validated and approved for use on specific Caterpillar’s 982M medium wheel loaders.

Maxam says the MS405 “65 Series program” is engineered for high torque and harsh applications where extreme traction is required. The company says the tire combines excellent grip, stability and performance and is developed with a cut-resistant tread compound and deep undertread.

“The MS405 was designed to thrive under extreme and rugged conditions, exceed expectations and deliver value,” says Troy Kline, president at Maxam Tire North America. “Furthermore, Maxam has the support of the Global Dealer Servicing Network with over 1,800 strong and growing allowing for ease of access to the full product line,”

Maxam MS302 tire sizes have also been validated and approved for future factory fitment on additional Cat medium wheel loaders, the company says.

GRI has introduced its latest radial flotation tire, the Green XLR F88, to its radial tire portfolio. The tire manufacturer said the Green XLR F88 is a radial flotation tire that comes in size 800/55R26.5 and is specially designed and developed for slurry tankers and trailers.

GRI said the tire's center block tread design ensures performance on road and greater flotation off road. The tires also feature wide tread width and dual angle block lugs that GRI said provides traction and stability on the road. The F88 includes sturdy impact belts and a wide tread that for machine stability while reducing soil compaction. The Green XLR F88 also has high-speed ratings of D & E for on-road performance.