Real Value Speaks Itself!

2017-06-12

The Field Report of Techking 17.5R25 ETSM at Zambia Underground Copper Mine

Techking underground OTR tire, as one of the star categories of Techking, has been approved by its attractive site performance and competitive CPH value in many countries.

During the Techking visit to Zambia in December 2016, we were pleased to see that the Techking 17.5R25 ETSM testing tires had been mounted on the LHD serving at one of the top copper mines in Zambia. The road condition is very severe, many tires were failed by cut and heating problems.

The Tire Life of Techking VS. Existing Brands

According to the regular tire management records, the existing two brands’ average tire life is about 500 to 750 hours at the same working conditions. The main reason of failure is the heat separation and cut problem. Till now, Techking tires have achieved 941.5 hours with the good wearing in the latest inspection on March 2nd, 2017, which is still on duty with approximately another 200 hours tire life remained as predicted. The customer is satisfied with the test result, which can help them save the huge cost, beyond their imagination.

To have the maximum value, we appeal to the more scientific tire management, including the tire pressure management. For the 17.5R25 ETSM, we recommend 650kPa(Rear) under load capacity of 8,250kg and 675kPa(Front) under load capacity of 8500kg, at maximum speed of 10km/h on the flat roads. It also depends on the overloading uphill or downhill to adjust accordingly.

Real value speaks itself! With Techking, we can!

The tire management record by Techking local partner

Techking ETSM 17.5R25 worn perfectly on the underground LHD