Kumho unveils all-season van tyre
Kumho’s first new European product of 2021 is an all-season tyre for vans and light commercial vehicles, the PorTran 4S CX11, which is said to ensure safe, secure driving and excellent braking performance throughout the year.
“New cutting-edge compounds and an advanced tread design that optimises the tyre’s contact pressure with the road will lead to reductions in fuel consumption,” said Kumho.
“The tread has also been developed for maximum traction on snowy roads – a capability that’s been recognised by the CX11 being granted 3PMSF (Three Peak Mountain Snow Flake) European certification.
“The versatility of the tyre is further emphasised by Kumho’s own all-season icon on the sidewall.”
Initially the PorTran 4S CX11 will be produced in 15 sizes ranging from 15 to 17 inches, which between them will accommodate many popular LCV models including the Ford Transit, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Fiat Ducato, Renault Kangoo and Volkswagen Transporter.
The new tyre will be available from the second half of this year.
Kim Sang Yub, head of the sales and marketing division at Kumho Tire, said: “The popularity of the Solus 4S HA32 [all-season passenger car pattern] launched last year has enabled us to release this new product for LCVs.
“We are striving to build on our technological excellence to be recognised as a smart mobility partner not only in Europe but throughout the world.”
Meanwhile, Kumho says its extensive truck tyre range continues to grow in popularity, having benefited from significant investment in new technology in recent years.
“Recognising the ever-growing demand for multi-purpose tyres, Kumho now offers its 3PMSF marked KXS10 steer and KXD10 drive patterns in 315/70, 295/80 and 315/80R22.5 fitments,” said the company.
“The range offers excellent all-season performance across a variety of operational demands, together with increased mileage.
“The extra-load, Euro 6 compliant KRS50 regional steer pattern has become a prime option in the sector within which Kumho operates and provides a number of premium equivalents with a degree of healthy competition.
“This popular pattern is now also available in 295/80, 315/70, 315/80 and 385/65R22.5 XL sizes.
“KRS50’s regional drive axle partner, KRD50, has proved to be a significant improvement over its predecessor. On average, customers have experienced a 10-15 per cent increase in mileage and improved wear performance characteristics.
“KRD50 is now offered in all the main 17.5, 19.5 and 22.5-inch drive sizes.”
Relatively new to the line-up is the KRT03, which features a deep and wide tread design for longer mileage and even wear, solid shoulder for equal contact pressure, and stone ejectors in all grooves. It is available in 17.5 and 19.5 inch trailer fitments.
Kumho also highlights the KMA12 tyre.
“Regarded by many as one of the finest mixed service super singles on the market, this workhorse product has become the mainstay of many fleets in both trailer and steer positions,” the firm said.
Specialist tyre wholesaler RH Claydon is responsible for the nationwide distribution of Kumho’s range of truck tyres from its six depots in Great Britain. Kumho truck tyre sales throughout the island of Ireland are managed by long-standing distributor, Modern Tyre Service.
Additional LCV offerings from Kumho include the PorTran KC53, primarily designed for the latest generation of commercial vans, which the company says has been optimised to deliver exceptional highway performance.
“The heavy-duty KC53 boasts a wide tread and stable block pattern ensuring outstanding dry handling, even in maximum load conditions,” it said.
“Broad cross-grooves provide precise steering in both dry and wet conditions, while wide straight circumferential grooves minimise the risk of aquaplaning. A robust carcass results in improved traction and higher mileage, while low rolling resistance ensures optimum fuel efficiency.”
KC53 is currently available in some 38 H, T, R and Q rated sizes ranging from 145R13 to 215/60R17, the latest addition to the line-up.
Meanwhile, a relatively new pattern, PorTran CW51, is aimed at providing light commercial vehicles with the best in traction and handling in snowy and/or icy conditions, says Kumho.
“It features 3D sipes in the shoulder area for superior handling and reinforced tread blocks for improved stability, and is available in no less than 18 sizes.”
