Westlake CR960 is a high quality steer position commercial tire. It shows great steering, firm grip, and optimal stability in long haul and regional use. According to the customer's feedback, it is one of the most trustworthy steer tire options for many trailer platforms, box trucks, especially tractor heads.
Above all, we must point out that the Westlake products are high quality and advanced rubber products. Westlake uses the latest innovation to design eco friendly tires focused on reducing CO2 emissions and fuel usage. More exactly, specialized tread compounds reduce the heat generation for enhanced tread integrity.
Firstly, Westlake CR960 comes with an advanced tread compound shaped into a straight rib pattern. Closed shoulder blocks with a decoupling tread design combat the tread squirm for uniform wear and good distribution of pressure. Innovative center cross rib sipes expel water for optimal road grip and solid control on both dry and wet roads. Moreover, these ribs promote responsive handling even at low speed and regional use.
Secondly, all new casing construction along with a special sidewall design improves durability and strength for high mileage. A large contact area with four circumferential tread grooves slices through water and slush for a firm and controlled wet grip. On the other side, these special grooves are designed to expel easy stone for more carcass protection.
Finally, Westlake CR960 is produced in many sizes with 22.5 and 24.5-inch rim diameters. In conclusion, we can say that is one of the leader steer tire options in long haul applications. The manufacturer claims, that it is recommendable for steer position, but also reliable for free rolling wheel position.
Features and benefits
- Simple and quality steer position tire.
- Multi rib tread pattern with solid shoulder blocks reduces lateral forces for steering precision and optimal pressure distribution.
- Optimized 19/32" deep tread promotes correct wear for optimal mileage.
- Decoupling tread reduces road noise and aquaplaning for a safe and comfortable ride.
- Durable casing construction with up to 20-ply ratings offers up to 9,090lbs maximum load.
