Yokohama Off-Highway Tires (Yokohama ATG) has released a compelling video showcasing the impact of tyre slippage on agricultural efficiency. Featuring the Alliance Agriflex 372 VF tyres on a Fendt 728 tractor, the demonstration underscores how optimising tyre pressure can dramatically affect field performance, including fuel savings, work rates, and soil health.

Field Service Engineer Frederik Zandman provides expert insight in the video, explaining:
“Reducing tyre slippage can dramatically improve efficiency on the field. Using VF 372 tyres on a Fendt 728 tractor, we demonstrate the difference in slippage at both high and low permissible pressures, showing how it affects fuel consumption and work rates.”

Key Benefits of Reducing Tyre Slippage

The test highlights how VF (Very High Flexion) tyres like the Alliance Agriflex 372 improve efficiency compared to standard radial tyres:

• Fuel Efficiency: Operating within the correct slip percentage range can save up to 30% on fuel consumption.
• Enhanced Work Rates: Optimised traction means faster operations and better productivity.
• Better Soil Care: Lower tyre pressures reduce soil compaction, promoting healthier crops.

Why VF Tyres Make a Difference

The Alliance Agriflex 372 VF tyres allow for significantly lower tyre pressures, offering a wider operational range to minimise slippage. Unlike standard radial tyres, VF technology ensures better control and adaptability, even in challenging field conditions.

The demonstration clearly visualises the difference between high and low permissible pressures. By lowering slippage, these tyres deliver both environmental and financial benefits, making them an excellent choice for farmers aiming to optimise operations.

Watch the Video

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