What are the benefits of Tweels?
What are the benefits of Tweels?
If your vehicle is Tweel compatible, the potential advantages of a Tweel over a pneumatic tire may include:
- Pneumatic radial tire-like behavior.
- Lower & more uniform contact pressure.
- More gentle on turf than pneumatics.
- Lower vertical stiffness.
- Better side-hill stability.
- Better ride than pneumatics.
Do Tweel tires ride better?
Smoother ride: Tweel poly-resin spokes are both strong and deformable, so they bend as you drive over rocks, uneven surfaces or even curbs. You’ll eliminate the bumps and jolts of mowing. Smooth rides go beyond comfort.
What are Tweels made of?
Tweel design The outer section of the Tweel is a strong, flexible beam called a shear beam. The beam connects to the inner hub through high-strength, poly-resin spokes that help to carry the load, absorb impacts, and reduce bounce. The hub is made up of heavy gauge steel with a 4 bolt hub pattern.
Why do zero turn mowers have smooth front tires?
Smooth front tires are a popular choice on zero-turn mowers because they create minimal friction between the grass and the mower’s tire, which allows for sharper turns. Additionally, with no tread, there is nothing to mark up or dig into grasses and lawns.
Are airless tires worth it?
Airless tires also get hotter than conventional tires and that poses a danger because it could mean blowouts. Another drawback is cost. A Tweel will run from $239 for a zero turn mower to $750 for a UTV. As Michelin developed the Tweel, early reports noted noise and vibration issues at high speeds.
When was Tweel invented?
2005
Originally introduced by Michelin in 2005, the Tweel airless radial tire concept is a tire and wheel combination that replaces the current tire, wheel and valve assembly.
Are airless tires better?
The main advantage of airless tires is that they do not go flat. Other advantages are that airless tires need to be replaced less frequently, resulting in savings. Heavy equipment outfitted with airless tires will be able to carry more weight and engage in more rugged activities.