Michelin adds X Tweel Turf Comfort tires
Michelin North America introduced the Michelin X Tweel Turf Comfort tires for golf carts and stand-on mowers
This version of Michelin’s airless radial tire-wheel assembly replaces the standard 18X8.5N10 front and rear tire wheel for gas- or electric-powered golf cart users.
“Michelin developed the new Comfort version based on direct feedback from our customers,” said Justin Brock, senior marketing manager, Michelin North America. “This version will allow them to enjoy all the benefits of the current Tweel with improved comfort and traction. This product will replace the current aesthetic version in our portfolio. We will continue to manufacture the utility version for utility golf carts that demand higher load capacity.”
The new design includes a softer shearbeam construction, which reduces stiffness and improves ride comfort. A longer contact patch gives the tire better traction on flat surfaces and slopes. Lower ground pressure reduces turf damage. The wheel has a four-bolt pattern with a -0.4-inch offset and a black center hub. The Comfort can also be used on stand-on mowers that use an 18×8.5N10 size tire.
Because the X Tweel Turf has no air, it cannot go flat, eliminating the need to maintain air pressure. It’s constructed with high-strength poly-resin spokes that carry the load and create suspensionlike characteristics for the golf cart. This structure absorbs impact and reduces bounce for improved operator comfort.
The tire includes a durable, multidirectional tread that provides long wear life. It features a maximum speed of 25 mph and a maximum load of 529 pounds, according to the company.
The product can be purchased from the Michelin dealer network through the Nivel partner golf dealer network or via direct, online ordering.