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BASIC STRUCTURE OF RADIAL TYRE

The construction of a radial tyre

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Element Tread

Functions Tread is the part which comes into contact with road surface. It protects the carcass & provide high grip, longer life, maneuverability and durability.

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Steel Belts Spiral Layer Shoulder

This provides stiffness to the tread & protect the carcass. This provides high durability & maneuverability. Shoulder is the thickest part of the tyre. It protects carcass from external shocks & damages. Select Model... Select Company...

Sidewall

Sidewall is the most flexible part of the tyre. It protects carcass & provides comfortable ride.

Plycord

Plycord is the main body of a tyre. It sustains the inflation pressure and endures load and road shocks.

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Bead Filler Bead Wires Chafer

This provides high durability & maneuverability. It holds the tyre on rim. Chafer protects plycord at the bead area from the heat generation developed due to the abrasion of bead and rim flange.

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