turf tires

[tlj87]

Is there any reason why the checkered style turf tires are not used any longer? I'm talking about tires like the ones on the rear of this JD 750:
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What were the advantages/disadvantages of these tires?

I have a narrow set of these on a '64 cub loboy and they are original; still having at least half of the tread remaining...

I have not seen this tread pattern on any new tractors or any tire manufacturers websites.

 

[shaley]

They are R3 style. They are and option for most tractors and used mainly for turf mowing like a golf course. They don't have alot of traction in the mud as compared to R1 (Ag) or R4 (industrial). The smaller sizes have weak side walls and low load ratings and will limit a FEL's capacity.

 

[tlj87]

Thanks for the reply!


If it makes any difference, I was not talking about R3's in general...I was talking about that particular tread...

 

[john_bud]

Thanks for the reply!


If it makes any difference, I was not talking about R3's in general...I was talking about that particular tread...

Tread patterns are like bellbottoms and bushy sideburns - they go out of style. New ones come in that are "new and improved".

jb

 

[shaley]

Ah, i see. Firestone still uses that pattern on their "Turf and Field" R3.

 

[sandman2234]

That is the style of the ones that came with my used JD2555.
They got removed due to the problems I had with them out in the mud on the back of my property.
David from jax

 

[cp1969]

Does anyone have a recommendation as to where to get turf tires? I'd like to have a set (on wheels) that I could swap out with my ag tires. I like the ag's for snow removal, but would like to have turf tires for mowing.

 

[SacandagaBrad]

Does anyone have a recommendation as to where to get turf tires? I'd like to have a set (on wheels) that I could swap out with my ag tires. I like the ag's for snow removal, but would like to have turf tires for mowing.

You would be amazed at how well turfs work in the ice and snow with a good set of chains. Its all I use on my machine - throwing a set of chains on in the fall is a lot easier than storing and changing a set of loaded tires for me.

Seems like any good tire dealer can set you up. I like the Titans on my NH.

Brad

 

[dqdave1]

Most dealers carry chains for turfs that they sell. I have turfs on a New Holland TC 29 which is 4 wheel drive and use FEL to move snow. Have not needed chains yet.

 

[Toolguy]

I would try the turfs without chains before you spend the money. Turfs that have a pattern like truck mud and snow tires work great on snow. Much better than you would think. On ice though, nothing beats chains.

 

[kossetx]

The turfs you are refering to are called diamond tread. They are VERY tough. I have a set on my 5020 and have mowed through mesquite country for 14 years with them, literally cutting down 10's of thousands of small trees. A 1/2" mesquite may have 20+ 2" thorns on it. I took one in for the first time for a flat just a few months ago. It had 2 thorns in it after all those years. Strangely enough, after I learned how, I have almost eliminated my mesquite trees, and then I get the flats from them. I love these tires. They are tough. I've had folks here think I was lying about there toughness, but believe as you might. I've also pulled a 5' disc with them for years. All that and I can mow my yard w/o tearing it up.

The other tire got cut on the sidewall from something flying out of the shredder. I had a boot put on it untill I find another in that size. My tire guy says it won't last on the sidewall. Shaley, I didn't see them in the firestone catalog or website, nor did my tire guy. Where did you see them? Mine are brigestone, so basicly the same. I saw on the NH site that Titan may make some similar. I need 13.6X16.

 

[kossetx]

Shaley, I see what you are talking about. That is not the same tire as he is talking about IMO.

 

[kossetx]

tlj87, Go to Titan Wheel and you will see this tire. Hope it helps. I need to find out if they have them in my size.

 

[RalphVa]

I couldn't look at the image again, but as I recall when seeing it the first time, those are very similar to the Titan turfs that came on my JD 4010. They work fine in snow, but I don't have any significant slope/rises in my driveway. They work pretty well from climbing or going down the 100' drop to the creek behind my house. Only one time did I go skidding down a path. When really wet, they lose grip.

Ralph

 

[tlj87]

Here is the link to the diamond tread tire...I guess it is still produced...

Titan® 2006 Tire catalog