Tractor tires are designed to do hard work, and they don’t come cheap. As such, you’ll want to avoid the costly mistake of picking the wrong ones for your tractor. Having tires that properly fit your tractor and the environment of where they will be used ensures your machine’s ability to run smoothly while efficiently and safely completing a given task. However, with a wide range of tire choices available, selecting the ideal set for your needs can get complicated. Here's a quick rundown of the different types of tractor tires and how they operate. 

4 Kinds of Tractor Tires & How They Work 

1. Agricultural Tires

Also known as “ag tires,” these tractor tires have diagonal treads, which are angled at 45 degrees. The treads provide maximum traction and allow the tractor to move quickly through mud and soil. Their relatively small sidewalls minimize loping and swaying, allowing the tractor to travel at high speeds while pulling heavy farming equipment.

2. Turf Tires

These tires are explicitly designed for lawns and grass surfaces. They have shallow treads that reduce the potential for soil compaction, allowing grass roots to breathe. The lack of tread bars also lets the vehicle float over lawns smoothly while causing minimal damage to the turf.

3. Construction Tires

These tractor tires is essentially an integration of features found on agricultural and turf tires. Wide and balloon-like in their composition, construction tires have a deeper tread and are designed for optimal performance on the hard surfaces like concrete, asphalt, and gravel. Their ability to effectively manage these terrain types is why these tires can often be found at construction sites.

4. Industrial Tires

The traction tread bars on industrial tires are more shallow and often wider than that of field tires, yet more pronounced than on turf tires. This is because this type of tire is designed to grip different types of surfaces, making them more versatile. They also tend to be stiffer and more resistant to punctures than other tire types.

If you’re unsure about which tires are right for your tractor, the professionals at Briggs Tire Service in Livonia, NY, can help you decide. They sell new and used all-terrain and all-season tires for trucks and tractors, and also offer retreading and mobile tire services. Call them today at (585) 346-3041 for more information. You can also check out their website to view their gallery of work.