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      MICHELIN AGRIBIB , MICHELIN MULTIBIB , MICHELIN XEOBIB , MICHELIN OMNIBIB , MICHELIN MACHXBIB , MICHELIN YIELDBIB , MICHELIN AXIOBIB , MICHELIN AGRIBIB Row Crop , MICHELIN XM28 LARGE VOLUME , MICHELIN XM108 , MICHELIN XM27 Large Volume
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      MICHELIN CEREXBIB , MICHELIN MEGAXBIB
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      MICHELIN MULTIBIB , MICHELIN MACHXBIB , MICHELIN MEGAXBIB , MICHELIN SPRAYBIB , MICHELIN AGRIBIB Row Crop
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      MICHELIN MEGAXBIB , MICHELIN CARGOXBIB , MICHELIN XP27 TURF AND TRAILER
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      MICHELIN XMCL , MICHELIN XZSL , MICHELIN XF , MICHELIN BIBSTEEL ALL TERRAIN , MICHELIN BIBSTEEL HARD SURFACE , MICHELIN XM47 HIGH SPEED
  • Michelin Ultraflex
    technologies
    Michelin Ultraflex
    technologies
    • The issue The issueThe key to economic success: the best possible crop yield !
    • How does it work How does it work?An innovative, long-lasting, flexible tire to support heavy loads at lower pressure.
    • The advantages The advantagesSave time and fuel, preserve the soil and increase your agricultural yield!
    • The tires The tiresMichelin® YieldBib, Michelin® XeoBib, Michelin® SprayBib, Michelin® CerexBib and Michelin® AxioBib : Michelin Ultra flex Technologies tires for every use, at each stage in the growing cycle.
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    Choosing
    • Find a Michelin retailer Find a dealerWherever you may be, locate the Michelin retailer closest to you. 
    • Find the right tire Find the right tireFollow the guide! In one minute, find the right tire that best corresponds to your farm and your pocketbook.
    • Why buy MICHELIN® tires ? Why buy a MICHELIN® agricultural tire ?Because Michelin is the only brand that makes agricultural tires your everyday allies...
    • Pressure Calculator US small Calculate the right pressureMaximize your efficiency by setting the right pressure of your tires.
  • Innovating
    Innovating
    • Tires in the world of agriculture Tires in the world of agricultureAgricultural tires – an essential factor to increase your agricultural productivity, respect your soil and face the changes in the world of farming.
    • Radial vs Bias Technology Radial vs. Bias technologyRadial tire technology has clearly shown its benefits in the farming world. Compared with biastechnology, Radial technology helps to reduce compaction and increases machine traction capability. 
    • Research and Development Research and developmentThe user is at the core of our tire design process. 
    • Ag tire performance tests Proof of performanceA good tire can change everything.To see for yourself, check out the rigorous tests set up by our experts. 
    • Tire Manufacturing Tire manufacturingRigor and quality at every stage of manufacturing to ensure top performance.
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    sharing
    Learning and
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    • Reading tire sidewall Reading tire markings
    • Checking out wheels and valves Checking out wheels and valves
    • Fitting and removing ag tires Fitting/removing tires
    • Ballasting ag tires Ballasting tires
    • Tire storage Tire storage
    • Reducing soil compaction Reducing compaction
    • Ag tires :the right pressure The right pressure
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Reading tire sidewall

The marking of a tire XeoBib rangeVF = Very High Flexion: a marking designating the tire category650 – nominal section width60 – sidewall height/nominal section of the tireR - Radial structure38 – nominal diameter of the rim in inches155 – load index rating: 3,875 kgD - speed code: 40 mphRadial - indication of the structureTubeless – tire without inner tubeMichelin® X® : trademarkXeoBib Gammeb...

Checking out wheels and valves

Wheels and valves references for agricultural tires 

Fitting/removing tires
An agricultural tire must be removed and fitted by a trained, qualified professional, using the appropriate tools and procedures.
Ballasting tires
Find out ballasting tires solution...
Tire storage

Storage warehouseCorrect storage of agricultural tires means they must be kept:in a clean state, in a dry,  ventilatedwell-aired roomaway from direct sunlightaway from a source of ozone (electric motor, transformer, arc welding unit, etc.)away from any chemicals, solvents or hydrocarbons liable to affect the nature of the rubberaway from any object that might penetrate the rubber (poi...

Reducing compaction

Tires are a key contributor to soil compaction and rut formation.

The right pressure
The right pressure for your Michelin® agricultural Tire
  • Agricultural tires
    • Tractors
    • Combines
    • Sprayers
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    • Compact line
  • Michelin Ultraflex technologies
    • The issue
    • How does it work?
    • The advantages
    • The tires
  • Choosing
    • Find a dealer
    • Find the right tire
    • Why buy MICHELIN® tires ?
    • Calculate the right pressure
  • Innovating
    • Tires in the world of agriculture
    • Radial vs. Bias technology
    • Research and development
    • Proof of performance
    • Tire manufacturing
  • Learning and sharing
    • Reading tire sidewall
    • Checking out wheels and valves
    • Fitting/removing tires
    • Ballasting tires
    • Tire storage
    • Reducing compaction
    • The right pressure
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