Are My Agricultural Tyres Suitable for Use on the Road?

Are My Agricultural Tyres Suitable for Use on the Road?

What You Need to Know About Using Isuka Tires on Asphalt

Unlike car or motorbike tires, agricultural tires are not primarily designed for road use. They are built to deliver traction, durability, and stability on soft ground. However, in today’s farming world, where plots are often spread out, tractors spend more and more time traveling between fields on paved or gravel roads.

At Isuka, we understand these evolving demands. So, the question becomes: Are your Isuka Ag tires road-suitable? The short answer: yes—with the right care and application.

1. Road Wear: Why It Matters

Agricultural tires like those from Isuka are designed for optimal grip in the field. Their wide profile and deep lugs help maintain traction on loose or muddy terrain. On hard surfaces like asphalt, however, only the lug tips contact the ground. This causes:

• Faster lug wear due to concentrated pressure points

• Rubber deformation, especially when heated from high speeds

• Increased risk of wear during abrupt braking or sharp cornering

Secondary roads, often full of potholes and poor repairs, can further accelerate tire degradation.

Tip: Drive at moderate speeds. The faster you go, the more heat and wear your tires experience—especially under load.

2. Comfort and Road Handling

Smooth handling on the road requires more than just a tough tire. It also depends on tractor alignment and geometry. If your wheels are not properly aligned (especially in terms of parallelism), your Isuka tires will wear unevenly, and you’ll experience vibrations in the cabin.

Did you know?
Studies show that over 37% of tire wear and vibrations are caused by alignment issues.

Best Practice:
Regularly check your tractor’s alignment, especially after transitioning from rough fieldwork to hard-surface driving. This small step helps reduce wear and improves overall driving comfort.

3. Protecting Your Health

Vibrations from worn or poorly balanced tires don’t just cause discomfort—they can also affect your health. Prolonged exposure to whole-body vibrations may lead to:

• Back pain and musculoskeletal issues

• Digestive disturbances

• Visual fatigue during long driving hours

Isuka tires are manufactured to high-quality standards to help minimize vibrations. Their structure is optimized to support stable driving at reasonable speeds, protecting both your machinery and your well-being.

4. Choosing the Right Isuka Tire for Mixed Use

If a significant portion of your operations is spent on the road, it’s essential to select tires that offer:

• Robust tread compounds for longer wear

• Ample tread volume to withstand road contact

• Sturdy carcass construction for durability under load

• Standard technology sidewalls that reduce pitching and improve balance on hard surfaces

While advanced technologies like IF and VF tires are beneficial in the field, standard-construction Isuka tires are often better suited to mixed use, including frequent road travel.

Reminder: Heavier and more reinforced tires typically perform better under high-stress conditions, especially when transporting loads on tarmac or gravel roads.

5. Get the Most from Your Isuka Tires

To preserve tire life and performance, always:

• Adjust inflation pressure according to road vs. field use

• Check wheel alignment for both tractor and trailers

• Moderate your speed, especially with heavy loads

• Inspect for wear and clean tires after each use

Final Word

Isuka agricultural tires are designed to handle the demands of modern farming, including time spent on roads. With proper maintenance, moderate speeds, and good alignment, you can enjoy a longer tire lifespan, better comfort, and safer driving—without compromising field performance.

Need help choosing the right Isuka tires for your farm’s needs?
Talk to your Isuka Tires representative today.