Michelin XTE3 385/65R22.5 160J

Engineered for trailer axles in regional and long-haul service, the Michelin XTE3 385/65R22.5 160J delivers outstanding mileage, even wear and confident wet-road grip to keep your fleet moving. Its robust casing resists scrub and impacts, while an optimised tread design helps stability and braking. With low rolling resistance to support fuel savings, plus regroovable and retreadable capability, this tyre lowers total cost of ownership and boosts uptime. Buy the Michelin XTE3 385/65R22.5 160J for durable, safe performance on New Zealand roads and keep your trailers working harder, for longer.

Optimised trailer tread pattern. The Michelin XTE3 385/65R22.5 160J uses a trailer-specific rib pattern that equalises contact pressure across the footprint to combat shoulder scrub in tight yard manoeuvres and roundabouts. Its longitudinal groove layout promotes efficient water evacuation for confident wet braking while minimising tread block deformation that generates heat. By reducing shear stresses at the shoulders and stabilising the centre ribs, the XTE3 delivers slower, more even wear and a longer usable tread life, helping fleets reduce cost per kilometre on regional and linehaul work.

Reinforced casing construction. A robust Michelin casing with high-tensile steel belts, a stabilising cap layer and a cool-running undertread manages heat build-up under sustained high loads, protecting the ply endings and belt edges from fatigue. The bead bundle and chafer design improve rim interface durability to resist fretting and air loss during repeated coupling/uncoupling and curb impacts typical of trailer service. This engineered carcass architecture enhances endurance, maximises uptime, and provides a sound platform for multiple retreads.

Low rolling resistance compound. The Michelin XTE3 385/65R22.5 160J employs a low-hysteresis tread and undertread compound that reduces energy losses as the tyre cyclically deforms, cutting rolling resistance without compromising abrasion resistance. Lower heat generation helps preserve casing integrity and slows oxidation of internal components, extending retreadable life while delivering measurable fuel savings for the tractor–trailer combination. For fleets focused on total cost of ownership and emissions reduction, this chemistry provides a tangible efficiency advantage on highway and regional routes.

Robust shoulders and sidewalls. Extra rubber mass in the shoulder zones and protective sidewall ribs help shield the casing from kerbing, dock impacts and trailer swing scrub, common in urban distribution and yard operations. The geometry resists chunking and tearing, while the reinforcement minimises crack initiation sites at the shoulder–sidewall junction. This added protection preserves structural integrity, reduces unplanned removals due to damage, and maintains a stable footprint for predictable handling when fully laden.

Retreadable and regroovable design. The Michelin XTE3 385/65R22.5 160J is engineered with sufficient base rubber and clear regroove indicators to safely recover tread depth and extend first-life mileage, while the durable casing is optimised for Michelin Remix and other quality retreads. Controlled heat build-up and balanced belt tension help the carcass retain shape, ensuring uniform buffing and retread adhesion. This lifecycle approach lowers cost per kilometre, supports sustainability targets, and keeps your trailers in service longer with consistent performance across multiple lives.