Michelin has launched the LTX Trail tyre for Malaysia, which is positioned for on- and off-road applications according to the manufacturer. The LTX Trail is a multi-purpose use tyre recommended for 80% on-road and 20% off-road driving, says Michelin.
The LTX Trail is pitched at high-riding 4×2 and 4×4 pick-up trucks and SUVs, such as the Toyota Hilux and Fortuner as well as the Nissan Navara. A total of nine sizes from 15 to 18 inches in diameter are available for this all-terrain tyre, starting from 225/70R15 104 T XL, ranging up to 285/60R18 116T.
Compared in Thailand against a “leading competitor tyre” using the 265/65R17 size on a 2020 Toyota Hilux Revo, the LTX Trail demonstrated 41% greater mileage wear mileage thanks to the RallyForce 2 tread compound for better durability and service life in both on-road and off-road use, while a new tread design with the “biting shoulder” protects from the tread to the sidewall from sidewall aggression, while ensuring better off-road performance and traction.
In terms of wet-surface braking, the LTX Trail managed a stopping distance of 3.1 m shorter than its competitor when new, and 4.6 m shorter when worn (2.0 mm remaining tread depth). Dry stopping distance was 3.8 m shorter than its competitor’s, according to Michelin; this has been attributed to variable-thickness sipes for an improved contact patch to benefit handling, grip and performance.
The LTX Trail promises a quieter ride too, with a 19.8% reduction in sound pressure level. This is thanks to Duo-Harmony tread blocks featuring two different block shapes in the centre of the tread pattern, which spreads the pattern noise energy across a wider spectrum and thus making for a calmer experience, says Michelin.
The Michelin LTX Trail is now available at authorised Michelin tyre dealers nationwide; prices start from RM611, and will range up to RM1,074, according to Michelin Malaysia.
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SUVs. Ativa, Aruz, BRV
All 3 are fake SUV, a jacked up hatchback & MPVs
Your imagined truck not as fun as Suzuki Jimny
Well then good luck for them paying for the jacked up parts such as tyres and etc while not necessarily having an true SUV experience.
Problem is which tyre are they comparing
People who buy 20-50% offroad tires will look into how well it perform otherwise doesn’t matter it is a good brand
editor forgotten that 2020 Toyota Hilux is “Revo” and not “Vigo”
actually..i love the previous ltx force.. grip well during wet road…