DESCRIPTION

TECHNOLOGY

SILENT TREAD DESIGN – Technology applied to the tread and the sculpture designs in offroad style allow a noticeableReduction in noise, typical of mixed-use tires. TERRAIN PROOF -Rubber compound derived from mining tires that guarantees excellent traction capacity andReduced wear (by attrition), thus allowing greater durability and greaterResistance in more aggressive uses of the tire. MUD CATCHER- Technology applied in aggressive shoulder design and the large number of cutouts in the carving give the tires unbeatable traction on slippery floors.

DESCRIPTION OF LATITUDE CROSS

The summer Michelin Latitude Cross passenger tire is addressed to those car owners of crossovers who sometimes are not averse to leave the pavedRoad, but are notReady to sacrifice comfort for the sake of uncompromising cross-country ability. This model, produced by one of the leaders in the global tire industry, is produced in more than two dozen sizes,Ranging from 195 / 80R15 to 255 / 55R18. This line of sizes allows you to easily find theRight tire for almost any model of a modern SUV, crossover or pickup.

MUD CATCHERTREAD DESIGN

Since the French tire workers tried to create a tire for driving off pavedRoads, which was notable for the comfort ofRoad models, the tread was equipped with a directional pattern with an asymmetric design.

One of the distinguishing features of the tread pattern is the presence of a large number of cutting edges formed by numerous tread blocks. This structure of the tread pattern, which is more typical of winter models, significantly improved grip when moving across various types of coating. In addition, a large number of tread blocks improves braking performance, especially on slippery surfaces such as wet grass.

The term Mud Catcher hides the special structure of the shoulder zones of the tread, separated by drainage channels into separate blocks. Their characteristic feature is the original swept shape,Replete with a large number of cutting edges. This allows you to achieve excellent grip when driving on soft unstable soils and other slippery surfaces.

As mentioned earlier, this model compares favorably not only with excellent cross-country performance, but also with a very high level of comfort for tires of this category when driving on pavedRoads. This was achieved thanks to an effective combination of elasticRubber compound and meticulously selected sizes and shapes of tread blocks. At the same time, the tread blocks are distinguished by a unique curved shape obtained using computer modeling tools, which is why the tread design got its name – Silent Tread.

TERRAIN-PROOFRUBBERCOMPOUND

As you know, one of the most important components of any modern tire is aRubber compound. It is its composition that determines almost all the basic performance characteristics of the Michelin Latitude Cross tire . When developing theRubber compound for this model, the company’s specialists used the same technologies and materials that were previously used for the production of tires intended for special equipment, in particular for earthmoving machines.

Due to the massive dimensions of the drainage channels, the tire tread perfectly eliminates the accumulation of earth, gravel, pebbles and other foreign objects when driving on off-roadRoads, which significantly improved the throughput. In addition, theRubber compound gave the tire a very highResistance to aggressive external influences, including punctures and cuts. It should also be noted increased, due to special components in the composition of theRubber compound, the treadResistance to abrasion. This has a positive effect on tire durability.

TWO TYPES OF LAMELLAS

When creating this model, the specialists of the French company sought to give the Michelin Latitude Cross tire decent characteristics in variousRoad conditions. One of the technical solutions aimed at solving this problem was the use of two different types of lamellas in the tread design – straight and S-shaped.

Straight lamellas located on the surface of the tread blocks are distinguished by an increased length. Their main functional purpose is to provideReliable grip when driving inRain conditions. On a wet surface, the principle of operation of straight lamellas, in this case having a curved shape, is mostReminiscent of the work of ordinary car wipers-wipers.

S-shaped lamellas allow for extra grip on slippery surfaces. This is achieved due to the formation of numerous sharp edges, which penetrate through the water film on the surface of theRoadway, effectively cling to any unevenness. At the same time, the S-shape allows for moreReliable fixation of the lamella walls between each other, thereby increasing the structuralRigidity of the tread block, which, in turn, significantly improves handling on a dryRoad.

KEY FEATURES MICHELIN LATITUDE CROSS

– The asymmetric design of the directional tread pattern of Silent Tread provides excellent grip on wet grass, in sand and dirt while maintaining a high level of comfort on pavedRoads;
– The special shape of the blocks of the shoulder zones of the Mud Catcher, thanks to which the tire demonstrates excellent patency in mud, snow and sand;
– Excellent tread self-cleaning performance, due to the developed system of drainage channels, which are large in size.

Producer: Michelin (France)
Model Name: Michelin Latitude Cross
Vehicle Type: Cars
Seasonality: All-weather
Spikes: no
Size: 225 / 75R16
Load Index: 108 (up to 1000 kg)
Speed Index: H (up to 210 km / h)
Amplification: XL