Petlas is a good tire manufacturer that produces a generous variety of tires for a wide range of applications and vehicles suitable for all budgets. For example, one of the most trustworthy drive position tires for the winter season is the RU500. It is designed to fit the drive axle of city buses. In addition, it can also be used on the front axle depending on the weather and road conditions but is recommended for drive position.
For sure you know that the key aspect of people's transportation is safety. For this reason, engineers use the best rubber compound and the latest technologies in the production of this model. A silica rubber compound provides enough traction needed in severe winter, on snowy and wet surfaces. It has four wide linear ribs separated by a wide groove and thin lamellas. These work in tandem to ensure a short braking distance for rapid stops. The Petlas RU500 incorporates three deep circumferential grooves developed especially to provide a rapid discharge of water, mud, and snow. On the other side, it minimizes the settling of stones in the middle of channels with the stone pushers at the bottom of the grooves. As a result, the casing stays intact for maximum recaps and minimal operational costs.
Moreover, according to EU LABEL, this model benefits from the following certifications: D-class fuel efficiency, C-class wet grip, and B-class noise level, which is a good indicator for a budget tire. In terms of carrying capacity and durability, this model does not stay bad. It supports up to 6,700 lbs per unit, due to its strong sidewall compound and tough casing construction. Finally, Petlas RU500 is present in the US market in one popular bus size, the 275/70R22.5 with a J-speed rating, which means up to 62 mph speed performance.
Features and benefits
- Best drive position bus tire with 3PMSF and M+S symbols on the sidewalls.
- Three circumferential channels coupled with multiple thin sipes improve passenger safety by providing powerful traction on wet and snowy roads.
- The unique grove design keeps water and stones at the distance, thus enhancing mileage performance.
- Modern pattern with four circumferential ribs shows reduced rolling resistance for high acoustic comfort.
- Strong internal construction combats damage produced by lateral hazards offering the possibility of multiple retreads.
- Covered by a great manufacturing warranty for customer peace of mind.
