JK Tyre launched 11 new Off-the-Road (OTR) tyres at the 12th edition of CII EXCON 2023, South Asia’s largest construction equipment trade fair. The star of the unveiling is the JK Tyre 18.00–25 40PR Port Champion Plus, a Next-Gen Port Tyre tailored for Reach Stackers (container handling equipment). With deep treads and an accurate pattern featuring heavy rubber in the centre, this tyre promises outstanding durability, mileage, and steering ability during operations.
Anuj Kathuria, President (India), JK Tyre & Industries, expressed the company's commitment to innovation, stating, “Being the leading manufacturer of OTR tyres in the nation, we are dedicated to bringing innovative products to the market that maximise durability and performance even on the most demanding Indian terrains.'
In addition to the Port Champion Plus, JK Tyre introduced 10 other tyre variants for various applications in the construction segment. Notable additions include the 17.5-25 20PR GTL Plus E3/L3 and 13.00-24 16PR GTL Champ G3, designed to support Motor Graders operations with high traction and durability on harsh terrains. The Hard Rock Champion series expanded with the 12.00-20 20PR E4, catering to mining tipper trucks operating in rough mining terrains.
JK Tyre, a pioneer in the Ultra Large Off-the-Road (OTR) tyre category, also holds a record in the Limca Book of Records for manufacturing India's largest tyre size - 40.00-57, 12 ft in diameter, weighing approximately 3.4 tonnes.
The company's extensive product range, including the newly introduced OTR tyres, caters to the diverse needs of industrial and mining applications.
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