Based on the annual sales, one of the best selling SmartWay rubber products from the General lineup is the RA. This model is an advanced all position ribbed tire designed to show performance in regional hauling, and P&D applications, but also on and off highway use. Massive shoulder ribs ensure high road stability, in scrub conditions due to its specialized design and advanced tread compound. Best of all, it has an optimized tread pattern designed for all axle applications.
Firstly, General RA features a SmartWay Verified tread compound formed into a four rib tread model. This type of pattern presents thousands of miniature sipes at the lateral longitudinal grooves, while the central groove comes with a saw teeth aspect. The main role of these is to reduce stone retention, but also to channel away water for more contact with the road. Continuous ribs resist lateral forces offering additional durability, and mileage for low operational costs. Specialized tread compound provides enough resistance to protect the carcass against abrasion, cutting, and chipping in demanding regional applications. For safety reasons, this tire comes with a high quality casing to provide great carrying capacity. A thick sidewall compound supports the tire even when the truck works at maximum.
General RA is present on the US market in 11R22.5, 11R24.5, 295/75R22.5, and 285/75R24.5 sizes. In conclusion, it is one default all position tire for many 18 wheelers, P&D vehicles, dump trucks, and box trucks.
Features and benefits
- Premium quality all position tire.
- Four rib design offers comfortable and quiet riding.
- Closed shoulder ribs minimize lateral forces formed in hard corners.
- Optimized pattern with 20/32" tread depth improves fuel usage, acoustic comfort, and wear.
- Three transversal grooves expel water away for and confident road grip.
- Advanced sidewalls reduce the sidewall flex and resist damage produced by road hazards.
