Compact Wheel Loader Tyres

Role of Compact Wheel Loader in the industry

A compact wheel loader is a versatile machine that delivers loading, material transport and site-preparation functions within the quarry and mining / construction industry, often bridging the scale gap between full size loaders and smaller machines like skid steer loaders. It is engineered to manoeuvre in confined zones, provide lifting capacity and deliver efficient cycle times, making the selection of tyres such as the MR400, MA11, MB400 and MB260 crucial to achieving balance between manoeuvrability and durable ground contact.

Types of Tyres Used in these Machines

The specification of Compact wheel loader tyres spans radial and bias constructions, incorporating sizes and patterns aimed at steer and drive axles, and sometimes solid versions for heavy-duty indoor or abrasive outdoor usage in environments typical of wheel loaders and skid steer loaders. In practice, tyres must cater for both travel over paved or compacted surfaces and static operations such as lifting and loading, meaning the right tread design, compound and sidewall strength are fundamental to operational compatibility.

Tyre Requirements for Reliable Performance

Tyres on compact wheel loaders must sustain heavy vertical and lateral loads whilst resisting impact, cut and puncture damage common in material-handling contexts. They require a robust casing architecture to mitigate heat build-up during continuous operation, a tread compound capable of maintaining traction under mixed surfaces and frequent directional changes, and sidewalls engineered to limit deflection during lifting or transport phases. Precise load-rating, uniform pressure distribution and consistent footprint contact are all technical imperatives to ensure safe, efficient and uninterrupted machine performance.