The Essex-based operator has the 315/80 R22.5 fitments on its flagship Volvo FH16 750 tractor, which previously had a competitor’s construction tyre fitted but this resulted in “grip issues” on the road.
Jon Vincent, SRS fleet maintenance manager, says: “In our line of work, one minute we are on the roads and the next we’re pulling on to a construction site. Traction can be a real issue for us.”
SRS decided to trial the X Multi HD D – HD stands for heavy duty and D for drive – and, says Vincent, “you get the best of both worlds. They seem to run well on all surfaces.”
Launched earlier this year, the X Multi HD D is Michelin’s first dedicated heavy-duty drive tyre within its regional tyre range.
The robust fitments are said to be ideal for operators that carry heavy loads and are need to travel on more aggressive surfaces during the final mile of their collections or deliveries.
“Our trucks range from standard rigids, right up to articulated heavy-haulage and high-horsepower tractor units, pulling extendable trailers that can be carrying long lengths of rail,” says Vincent.
“They are currently running on Michelin X MultiWay 3D XDE tyres, which we have never had any issues with – the grip is fantastic. But the X Multi HD Ds seem to be ideal for the work we are doing, and we will look to upgrade all our trucks as wear dictates.”