Michelin Machxbib 600/70R28 157D

Engineered for high-horsepower tractors, the Michelin MACHXBIB 600/70R28 157D agricultural tyre delivers the traction, durability and comfort Kiwi farmers demand. Its broad footprint and flexible carcass spread load to protect soil and reduce compaction, while deep, self-cleaning lugs put more power to the ground for less slip and lower fuel use. A robust casing and wear-resistant compound give long service life on road and in the paddock, with stable handling and ride comfort at working speeds. Choose Michelin MACHXBIB 600/70R28 157D to boost productivity season after season.

High-traction lug geometry. The Michelin Machxbib 600/70R28 157D employs long, curved lugs set at an optimised attack angle with a high net-to-gross ratio to maximise shear force transfer into the soil, delivering high tractive efficiency and reduced slip under heavy draft loads. This geometry increases the effective biting edge length per revolution and stabilises the slip ratio across variable moisture profiles, so you achieve stronger drawbar pull at lower throttle settings, improved fuel economy per hectare, and less lug scrub that accelerates wear when operating high-horsepower tractors with wide implements.

Wide, stable footprint. A broad crown profile and compliant radial construction distribute load over a larger, more uniform contact patch, lowering specific ground pressure and mitigating sub-surface compaction risk in the 0–30 cm root zone. The wider footprint improves longitudinal and lateral stability on slopes and headlands, reduces rut depth in soft paddocks, and enhances flotation when towing heavy trailed gear, supporting consistent working depth and better field finish while protecting soil structure and water infiltration.

Reinforced radial carcass. High-tensile cord plies and robust bead bundles create a carcass that allows controlled deflection without excessive heat build-up, maintaining casing integrity under cyclic field loads and higher transport speeds. This reinforcement stabilises the tread face to resist squirm, reduces standing wave formation at speed, and improves impact resistance against stony ground, translating into a tyre that carries high axle loads confidently, runs cooler for longer life, and preserves footprint shape for predictable handling.

Self-cleaning tread voids. Generous inter-lug voids with tapered shoulders and open lug ends promote rapid mud ejection and stone release, keeping the tread blocks clear so the tyre maintains its designed coefficient of traction as conditions change. Efficient self-cleaning reduces the energy losses associated with packed tread, cuts the slip percentage in sticky soils, and limits heat and abrasion on the leading edges of the lugs, which helps sustain productivity across long working days and extends tread life.

Road-optimised tread pattern. Staggered lug sequencing and a stable central zone are tuned to damp vibration and reduce rolling resistance on sealed and gravel roads, delivering smoother transport and even wear between field and road use. By managing contact pressure gradients across the crown, the Michelin Machxbib 600/70R28 157D runs cooler on long hauls, improves fuel efficiency, and provides precise steering response with reduced shimmy, so you can move quickly between paddocks without compromising tyre longevity or comfort.