Michelin XZL 365/85R20 164G

Built for extreme duty, the Michelin XZL 365/85R20 164G is a premium all-terrain radial tyre for 4x4s, trucks and specialised service vehicles. Its deep, open, self-cleaning tread delivers dependable traction in mud, sand and rock, while a cut- and chip-resistant compound and reinforced carcass help resist punctures on harsh Kiwi worksites and backcountry tracks. Despite its off-road focus, the XZL provides stable on-road handling and dependable mileage. Choose Michelin for proven durability, high load capacity and confidence wherever the job takes you. Order the Michelin XZL 365/85R20 164G today and get it professionally fitted.

Self-cleaning open tread. The Michelin XZL 365/85R20 164G features deep, staggered lugs with wide lateral voids that actively evacuate mud, clay, and stones, sustaining a high effective void ratio under torque to maintain lateral and longitudinal grip on loose substrates. The self-cleaning geometry reduces lug packing, preventing traction fall-off and heat build-up, while stepped shoulders bite into ruts for predictable cornering and braking off-road. Across mixed terrain, this design preserves consistent traction without relying on wheelspin, which helps protect driveline components and reduces unnecessary fuel use.

Reinforced radial carcass. A steel-belted radial casing with a robust undertread and high-strength body plies delivers high load-carrying capacity with controlled deflection, improving ride comfort and contact patch stability at road speeds while resisting impacts and punctures over rocks and corrugations. Compared with bias-ply alternatives, Michelin’s radial architecture reduces internal hysteresis to help control rolling resistance on sealed surfaces, contributes to even tread wear for extended service life, and lowers downtime and total cost of ownership for operators running the XZL.

Optimised sidewall protection. A thickened sidewall gauge using cut- and chip-resistant compounds plus defensive scuff ribs shields the casing from abrasions and cuts against rocks and kerbs, while distributing strain away from ply endings to resist fatigue cracking. When vehicle guidelines permit reduced inflation, the compliant sidewall allows controlled footprint growth for added traction without excessive heat build-up, helping keep the Michelin XZL 365/85R20 164G operational in harsh terrain and supporting reliable tubeless sealing for field serviceability.

Wide footprint flotation. A broad, square contact patch and the XZL’s interlocking block layout spread load over a larger area, lowering ground pressure to improve flotation on sand, soft soil, and mud so vehicles can maintain controlled progress without trenching. This footprint stability also promotes even on-road wear, enhancing straight-line tracking and braking performance under load, which is critical for vehicles alternating between highway transit and off-road deployment.

Heavy-duty bead construction. Reinforced bead bundles with a stiff apex and durable chafers enhance rim retention under high torque and during low-speed manoeuvres, helping resist bead unseating on side-slopes or when operating at reduced pressures within manufacturer limits. The robust bead and inner-liner system improves air retention for tubeless use, resists rim chafing and slip, and streamlines mounting and demounting in the field, supporting reliable uptime for commercial and defence fleets choosing the Michelin XZL 365/85R20 164G.