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Tube vs Tubeless Tyres: What’s the Difference?

Written by Madelon Bastiaanssen

2 min read

Published on: 22 Feb 2022

Since tyres are the only thing that come in contact with road surfaces, they have a major impact on driving behaviour and handling. Choosing the right tyre for your applications, depends on some requirements. Apart from the structure of a tyre, size and profile, tyres can also be distinguished by whether they are tube type (TT) or tubeless (TL) tyres. For the difference between radial, bias and solid tyres, you can read more here. In this case, we will explain the differences between TT and TL tyres.

Tube tyres

tube tyre contains an inner tube filled with air, placed between the rim and the tyre. The valve is attached to the rim hole and used to inflate the tyre. When a sharp object pierces the tyre, the air escapes quickly through the tube, often causing the tyre to burst due to sudden pressure loss.
Examples of our tube type tyres include the MB300 and the MR800+. These tyres are ideal for use in ports and terminals, offering excellent comfort, high heat resistance, and protection for equipment and payload.

Tubeless tyres

tubeless tyre does not contain an inner tube. Instead, the tyre and rim form a sealed air chamber. The inner wall of the tyre is coated with an airtight membrane—called the inner liner—to keep the air inside. If punctured, air escapes slowly, giving the driver time to respond before the tyre deflates completely.
Popular tubeless tyres in our range include the MA04+ and the M-DESSERT. These tyres deliver excellent traction on rough terrain, such as sandy surfaces, and offer high stability with minimal ground disturbance—perfect for heavy-duty applications.
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