Maxam’s special range of very high flexion tyres are designed to keep Australian farmers running smoothly during harvest time
During harvest time, every part of a machine must be working harmoniously to achieve success.
One thing which combine harvesters, large tractors and high-clearance sprayers have in common – and the importance of which cannot be overstated – is they require tyres that can handle the consistent demands placed on them during the busy harvest season.
Maxam has the answer thanks to its advanced range of AgriXtra VF tyres, which have been making significant strides in the Australian agricultural sector due to their capability to handle harvest season.
The VF in the model name represents ‘very high flexion’ – and this is a crucial point of difference.
These tyres offer three important characteristics that help them excel in Australian conditions: enhanced load capacity, reduced soil compaction, and fuel efficiency.
Maxam also says its tyres are priced between 50 and 60 per cent of traditional premium brand tyres, offering significant cost savings without compromising performance.
Advanced tech
Maxam’s VF technology means the tyres can carry 40 per cent more load at standard pressure, thereby increasing the overall carrying capacity on hard-working machinery.
Alternatively, it can be used to operate with 40 per cent lower pressure for the same load, something which helps reduce soil compaction and improve crop yields.
Regardless of which characteristic is prioritised by an individual farmer, Maxam says its VF tyres help to minimise fuel consumption and extend tyre life.
This becomes particularly valuable on machinery that undertake long transport runs across varied terrain.
Being able to offer this increased load capacity and lower pressure had been a major project at Maxam headquarters, with significant changes to the tyre casing required.
These redesigns and new specifications had been based on market demand, Maxam said at the time, recognising the agricultural tyre market’s evolving nature.
Across the range, Maxam tyres are engineered to handle the diverse soils which Australian farmers must tackle – equally capable of succeeding in Queensland’s red loam as they are in Victoria’s heavy clay.
The 45-degree lug profile ensures reliable traction and minimal vibration, even in sticky or uneven terrain.
Broad range
Maxam’s very high flexion range can be split into three key areas.
The first of these is the AgriXtra XL, which is targeted at high-horsepower tractors. It offers wide tread profiles and self-cleaning designs, which Maxam says help to provide optimal paddock performance.
Within the popular AgriXtra XL range, Maxam offers multiple pattern options with varying loads and speeds, tread depths, section widths and overall sizes.
This helps ensure farmers can find the perfect tyres for their hard-working tractor, regardless of size or individual needs.
Next in Maxam’s offering are the AgriXtra H and N models.
These are built for heavy-load steer axles and row crop applications, with steel-belted radial construction providing durability and traction.
Lastly, Maxam’s MS971R TracXtra is a multi-surface tyre engineered for agro-industrial use, offering uniform ground pressure and reduced rolling resistance.
Maxam tyres are backed by more than half a century of manufacturing experience.
The company’s headquarters are in the United Kingdom and there is a flagship facility in the United States, meaning farmers can be confident they are purchasing from a well-established brand that has been proven around the world.
Extensive local testing and collaboration with Australian users have helped to ensure the ongoing improvement and local suitability of the tyres, and they are backed up by extensive support and a national dealer network.
The company specialises in agricultural tyres, along with those for construction, heavy industry and mining, meaning Maxam knows what is required to keep demanding machinery operating.
Maxam tyres are backed up by an eight-year warranty, something the company describes as industry-leading.
This covers workmanship and materials for eight years, with conditional field hazard and stubble damage covered for five years.
This warranty, combined with Maxam’s workmanship and suitability for Australian conditions, means farmers can tackle the crucial harvest season with confidence in the tyres driving their machinery.
Maxam’s full agricultural tyre range can be viewed online at www.maxamtyres.com.au, or by contacting your local tyre dealer.
