Michelin is launching a new CargoXBib flotation trailer tyre, with four VF-rated sizes designed to help reduce soil compaction.

The VF 650/55 R26.5, VF 600/55 R26.5, VF 710/50 R26.5 and VF 750/60 R30.5 are manufactured with increased flexibility, thus Michelin claim they will have a reduced impact on the soil than the existing CargoXBib High Flotation range.

The tyres are designed for use on trailers, spreaders and slurry tankers, etc. They are fully compatible with a Central Tyre Inflation System (CTIS). This new VF (Very High Flexion) technology CargoXBib flotation tyre is set to replace the CargoXBib flotation tyres in the four equivalent sizes.

Michelin have outlined that the VF rating and Ultraflex Technology sets a new standard, allowing the tyre to carry 40% more load at the same pressure than a standard tyre. The footprint area of the VF CargoXBib flotation is 23% larger than that of its predecessor and has the ability to run at very low pressures.

The new tyres will be launched on to the market in July 2019.