Michelin Multibib 600/65R38 153D

Choose the Michelin MULTIBIB 600/65R38 153D for tractors that demand dependable traction with minimal soil compaction. Its wide footprint and flexible radial casing spread load evenly to protect soil structure, while multi-angle, self-cleaning lugs cut slip and boost productivity in wet or dry paddocks. Stable shoulders and a balanced tread pattern deliver confident handling and a smoother, quieter ride on the road. Built with a robust casing and wear-resistant compound for long life, strong load capacity and fuel-efficient rolling. Equip your fleet with Michelin quality engineered for New Zealand conditions.

Wide contact footprint. The Michelin Multibib 600/65R38 153D delivers a significantly enlarged, rounded-shoulder footprint that reduces mean ground contact pressure for lower soil compaction and improved agronomic outcomes. By spreading axle loads over a broader contact patch with optimised pressure distribution, it lowers peak kPa at the tread block edges, reducing shear stress in the root zone and preserving soil macro-porosity for better water infiltration and nutrient uptake. In-field, the larger footprint improves tractive efficiency by reducing slip ratio under torque, which cuts fuel burn per hectare and shortens work cycles. On the road, the wider, flatter contact profile also improves straight-line stability and braking, distributing stresses more evenly across the tread to limit localised heat build-up and extend tread life.

Flexible radial casing. An advanced, high-flex radial casing allows the Michelin Multibib 600/65R38 153D to operate at lower inflation pressures within its prescribed load indices, increasing deflection at the sidewall to grow the live contact area without compromising structural integrity. High-strength textile cords and stabilising crown plies maintain casing geometry under cyclic loads, reducing dynamic growth and limiting heat generation through lower hysteresis losses. This flexibility enhances ride comfort and vibration damping over corrugations, reduces shock loading to the driveline and implements, and maintains traction consistency across variable paddock moisture levels. The result is improved fuel efficiency, better operator comfort, and predictable handling from paddock to road.

Optimised lug geometry. The Michelin Multibib 600/65R38 153D’s multi-angle lug layout, deep non-skid depth, and progressive shoulder blocks are engineered to maximise shear transfer into the soil while controlling lug squirm on hard surfaces. Inter-lug tie-bars and a broad lug base stabilise the tread elements under torque, spreading stress to reduce micro-tearing and irregular wear. The angled leading edges enhance initial bite and reduce slip at launch, while the trailing edges and central continuity improve forward thrust and reduce vibration on sealed roads. This geometry raises the traction coefficient across a wide range of soils, improves lateral stability on slopes, and translates engine power more efficiently to the ground for faster, more consistent pass times.

Self-cleaning tread design. A self-cleaning void architecture with tapered, open channels actively evacuates mud and organic residue as the tyre rolls, preventing packing that would otherwise raise slip and fuel consumption. The void-to-lug ratio and ejection angles are tuned to accelerate material release at typical agricultural operating speeds, maintaining sharp lug edges in contact with the soil for sustained traction. This keeps the Michelin Multibib 600/65R38 153D performing consistently in wet conditions, reduces carryover debris onto roads, and minimises thermal loading caused by energy losses in clogged tread elements. Cleaner lugs mean more effective grip, lower rolling resistance in soft ground, and less downtime spent clearing tread.

Reinforced bead and carcass. The Michelin Multibib 600/65R38 153D employs a reinforced bead package with robust apex fillers and high-tensile bead wires to lock the tyre on the rim under high draft loads and at lower operating pressures, reducing the risk of bead slip and air loss. The carcass is designed for resistance to impact and bruise damage in mixed-use farming, with cut-resistant compounds in critical zones to cope with stubble and paddock hazards. This structural robustness holds the footprint shape stable under load reversals and transport speeds, improving steering precision and reducing heat build-up in the bead area. For operators, that translates to reliable low-pressure performance, confident road manners with heavy implements, and longer service life per dollar invested.