LDR978
- Drive Axle
- 9 sizes
- New Tire
- On & Off Road
LDR978 is a radial drive-axle truck tyre designed for on and off road use, built to handle mixed-surface operations where traction, durability and casing life are critical. The tread compound resists chipping, cutting and abrasion, and the deep tread depth supports extended service life under heavy-duty conditions.
What LDR978 Is Built For
LDR978 is a radial drive-axle truck tyre designed for on and off road use, built to handle mixed-surface operations where traction, durability and casing life are critical. The tread compound resists chipping, cutting and abrasion, and the deep tread depth supports extended service life under heavy-duty conditions. It is supplied in nine sizes across 16 and 18PR ply ratings, with load indices from 149/146 to 156/150 and speed symbols K, M and L(M), covering most 6x4 and 8x4 tippers, mixers and haul trucks operating on paved routes, gravel roads and construction site access tracks.
Manufacturer Feature Claims
- Good traction
- Chip,cut and abrasion resistance tread compound
- Deep tread depth increases mileage and service life
Key Benefits
- Chip, cut and abrasion resistance tread compound extends casing life in rough terrain
- Deep tread depth increases mileage and service life on mixed-surface routes
- Good traction performance on both paved roads and loose surfaces like gravel and mud
- Multiple sizes from 10.00R20 to 315/80R22.5 cover common drive axle fitments in trucks and buses
- Load index up to 156/150 K carries 4000 kg single at 875 kPa on the 13R22.5 fitment
Problems It Solves
- Standard highway drive tyres wear out quickly on unsealed roads due to lack of abrasion resistance
- Shallow tread depth leads to early casing exposure and reduced retreadability
- Fleets running on mixed surfaces require multiple tyre patterns to cover both road types
- Tread damage from stones and debris reduces casing life before tread wear is complete
- Inconsistent load and pressure data across sizes leads to overloading or underinflation
Who It Is For
- Tyre distributors supplying construction and quarry fleets in mixed-surface markets
- Fleet operators replacing drive-axle tyres that fail due to tread damage or casing wear
- Importers who need one drive pattern that covers both on-road and off-road duty
- Mining and civil contractors buying tyres by the container for a captive fleet
Application Scenarios
- Tippers and dump trucks running loaded from quarry face to asphalt plant and back empty
- Concrete mixers reaching construction sites down unsurfaced site roads
- Timber and agricultural haulage on gravel feeder roads with a highway leg at each end
- Municipal and utility fleets operating on mixed-surface routes with frequent off-road access
- Mining support vehicles that spend part of the shift on graded haul road and part on tarmac
Technical Features
- Radial truck tyre construction with drive-axle specific tread pattern for on and off road use
- Tread compound rated for chip, cut and abrasion resistance under heavy-duty conditions
- Deep tread depth of 16.0 mm to 21.0 mm across sizes supports extended service life
- Tread depth measured at norm for consistent wear tracking and casing life estimation
- Multiple size and ply combinations cover standard rim widths from 7.5 to 9.75
Size Table and Specification
Manufacturer data for every size in this pattern. Check the standard rim against your wheel and the load against your axle plate before ordering.
- Tyre Type
- Radial truck tyre, on and off road
- Axle Position
- Drive axle
- Sizes Available
- 10.00R20, 11.00R20, 12.00R20, 12R22.5, 13R22.5, 315/80R22.5
- Ply Ratings
- 16, 18, 20
- Load Index Range
- 149/146 to 156/150
- Speed Symbols
- K, M, L(M)
- Tread Depth Range
- 16.0 mm to 21.0 mm
- Section Width Range
- 278 to 320 mm
- Overall Diameter Range
- 1054 to 1125 mm
- Standard Rims
- 7.5, 8.0, 8.5, 9.00, 9.75
- Max Load Single
- 3250 to 4000 kg at 825 to 930 kPa
- Max Load Dual
- 3000 to 3650 kg at 825 to 930 kPa
All 9 Listed Sizes
| Size | Ply Rating | Load Index | Speed Symbols | Standard Rim | Max Load Dual (kg) | Pressure Dual (kPa) | Max Load Single (kg) | Pressure Single (kPa) | Overall Diameter (mm) | Section Width (mm) | Tread Depth (mm) | Norm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.00R20 | 18 | 149/146 | K | 7.5 | 3000 | 930 | 3250 | 930 | 1054 | 278 | 16.0 | GB |
| 11.00R20 | 18 | 152/149 | K | 8.0 | 3250 | 930 | 3550 | 930 | 1085 | 293 | 16.0 | GB |
| 12.00R20 | 18 | 154/151 | K | 8.5 | 3450 | 830 | 3750 | 830 | 1125 | 315 | 16.0 | GB |
| 12.00R20 | 20 | 156/153 | K | 8.5 | 3650 | 900 | 4000 | 900 | 1125 | 315 | 16.0 | GB |
| 12R22.5 | 16 | 152/148 | K | 9.00 | 3150 | 850 | 3550 | 850 | 1084 | 300 | 20.5 | ETRTO |
| 12R22.5 | 18 | 152/149 | K | 9.00 | 3250 | 930 | 3550 | 930 | 1085 | 300 | 20.5 | GB |
| 13R22.5 | 18 | 156/150 | K | 9.75 | 3350 | 875 | 4000 | 875 | 1124 | 320 | 21.0 | ETRTO |
| 315/80R22.5 | 18 | 154/150 | M | 9.00 | 3350 | 825 | 3750 | 825 | 1076 | 312 | 21.0 | ETRTO |
| 315/80R22.5 | 20 | 156/150 (154/150) | L(M) | 9.00 | 3350 | 850 | 4000 | 850 | 1076 | 312 | 21.0 | ETRTO |
Materials and Construction
- Tread compound specified for chip, cut and abrasion resistance under on and off road conditions
- Radial steel casing construction as supplied by the manufacturing plant
- Sidewall and belt package construction as per plant specification for drive-axle duty
From Size List to Loaded Container
Confirm size, ply rating and load index against the axle load and rim width on your vehicle
We quote FOB or CIF against your load port and confirm current plant availability
Production or stock allocation is confirmed with the plant before deposit
Container is loaded, insured and shipped with certificate of origin and full export documents
Quality and After Sales
- Every tyre supplied carries a one year warranty against manufacturing defect
- Warranty claims are handled directly by us rather than passed back to the plant
- Cargo transportation insurance is arranged on every shipment
- DOT, ECE and other markings are confirmed against your market requirement before loading
Customisation Options
- Mixed container loading across sizes, patterns and brands to match your order book
- Certificate of origin issued to suit your import duty position
- Sidewall branding and private label subject to plant minimum order quantity
- Label, marking and packaging adjusted to the destination market requirement
Where This Pattern Wins and Where It Does Not
Compared With Long-haul highway drive tyres
LDR978 sacrifices rolling resistance and highway mileage for better abrasion resistance and casing life on rough terrain
Compared With Dedicated off-road drive tyres
A deep-lug off-road pattern grips better in mud but wears faster and runs noisier on paved roads
Compared With Separate on-road and off-road drive tyres
LDR978 eliminates the need for dual patterns by combining traction and durability in one tyre
Use Guide
- Match ply rating to your actual axle load, not to the heaviest tyre available - overspecifying costs money and rides hard
- Check the standard rim listed against your wheel: 7.5 for 10.00R20, 8.0 for 11.00R20, 8.5 for 12.00R20, 9.00 for 12R22.5 and 315/80R22.5, 9.75 for 13R22.5
- Inflate to the pressure shown for your load in the size table; dual and single fitment pressures differ
- Rotate drive positions before irregular wear sets in, particularly on fleets running heavy one-way loads
- Inspect tread for embedded stones after off-road cycles to protect the casing for retreading
LDR978 Buying Questions
What is the minimum order quantity?
We load by full container. A 40HQ of 13R22.5 or 315/80R22.5 typically fills at container weight rather than volume, so the practical minimum is one container. Mixed loads across sizes and patterns are accepted.
What is the lead time?
It depends on whether the size is in stock at the plant or has to be produced. We confirm current availability with the plant at the time of quotation rather than quoting a standard figure.
Which sizes are available?
10.00R20, 11.00R20, 12.00R20, 12R22.5, 13R22.5, and 315/80R22.5. Ply ratings include 16, 18, and 20. Full load index, rim and pressure data for each is in the size table on this page.
Can you supply DOT or ECE marked tyres?
Marking requirements vary by destination. Tell us the import market and we confirm what marking the plant can supply on that size before you place the order.
What warranty do you give?
One year against manufacturing defect on all tyres we supply, with claims handled by us directly. Cargo transportation insurance is provided on the shipment itself.
Can you ship a mixed container with other patterns?
Yes. Most of our customers load one container across several patterns and sizes, which is the main reason to buy through us rather than from a single plant.
Is this tyre suitable for winter use?
The tyre carries no winter-specific marking. Confirm your market’s winter regulation and we will confirm if the plant can supply a marked version.
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