Tire for inter-city buses and motor coaches

摘要

A pneumatic tire for inter-city buses and motor coaches having improved handling characteristics and high mileage durability. The tire has a footprint shape factor (FSF) in the range of about 1.13-1.15, a drop off factor (DOF) in the range of about 1.10-1.20, and a tread arc width in the range of about 9.6-9.9 inches. The tire has a substantially rounded footprint. Pressure concentrations in the center and shoulder regions of the tire are minimized, reducing temperature rise, hydroplaning and rolling resistance while improving durability and wet traction.