PATTERN DIGEST

OFF-THE-ROAD TIRES 2007

Earthmover

Grader

Loader and Dozer

Compactor

Logging

High-speed

Industrial

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G ENERAL INFORMATION p2

R ADIAL TIRE p5

B IAS TIRE p27

Introduction

For the past 30 years, Bridgestone Corporation has been manu-

facturing superior quality Off-The-Road tires for mining and
heavy-duty construction projects. During these three decades,
Bridgestone has become a household word in the mining and
construction industry, earning a reputation as a maker of
tough, long-lasting, high performance tires. Furthermore,
Bridgestone Off-The-Road tires are backed up by a technical
and customer service network that is unmatched around the
world. Bridgestone offers a tire for every job, for every con-
dition. Our products feature the latest advances in radial tire
technology. Our Off-The-Road radial tires enable you to tackle
even the toughest of construction or mining projects. Whether
your work requires conventional bias tires or the finest in
durable radials. Bridgestone is equipped to meet your needs.
Bridgestone, widely acknowledged as a world leader in the
manufacture of Off-The-Road tires, stands for quality. Quality
design, quality products, quality service. Let Bridgestone
tires serve you!
 GENERAL INFORMATION
CLASSIFICATION
Uses and Characteristics of Off-The-Road Tires
The characteristics which Off-The-Road tires must possess differ somewhat according to the function
they must serve and the type of vehicles on which they are mounted.

Type/Service Vehicles TRA CODE Radial Bias

E-2 VHS VSB VKT VFT

Rigid dump trucks
VEL VRL VRD VLT VMT
E-3 WL RL VL2
VJT
Articulated dump trucks
Earthmover L317 VLTS VSNT VMTS VMTP
E-4 VZTS VZTP VELSL VELS RLS ELS2
Coal haulers VRLS VRDP VRPS VRQP

E-7 VSJ AL SCP2

Scrapers

G-2 VUT VKT VSW FG

Grader
G-3 RL
Graders

L-2 VUT VKT VSW FG

L-3 VTS VLT VMT VJT RL VL2
Loader and Dozer L-4 VLTS VSNT VSNL RLS NL
L-5 VSDT VSDL DL
Shovels, Loaders, Bulldozers
L-5S VSMS STMS

C-1 RR
Compactor
Tire-rollers C-2 AL2

Logging LS-2 FG TGS

Log-skidders

Mobile Crane
High
Cranes
-Speed VHS VGT VKT VSW
Mining and Service
Logging Truck
Trucks

Industrial VHB VEL VCH VCHD

Industrial RL RLS ELS2 STMS YS2
Service VCHS VSDL VSMS

Mechanical handling Equipments

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LOAD INDEX
The LOAD INDEX is a international numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at
the speed indicated by its Speed Symbol under service conditions specified by Bridgestone.

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 SPEED SYMBOL
The SPEED SYMBOL indicates the speed at which the tire can carry a load corresponding to its Load
Index under service conditions specified by Bridgestone.

COMPARISON OF TREAD DEPTH

100% 150% 250%

Regular Tread Deep Tread Extra-Deep Tread

E-2/E-3 E-4 L-5/L-5S
L-2/L-3 L-4
G-2/G-3 G-4

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RADIAL TIRES
Earthmover Service .......................................6
Rigid dump trucks.......................................................7
Rigid and Bottom dump trucks................................11
Articulated dump trucks ...........................................12
Scrapers.....................................................................14
Underground vehicles ..............................................15
Off road trucks ..........................................................16

Sand Service ..................................................15

Grader Service...............................................17
Loader and Dozer Service ..........................18
High-Speed Service......................................23
Industrial Service ..........................................24

TIRE COMPONENTS
BREAKDOWN OF OFF-THE-ROAD RADIAL TIRES
This figure shows the basic construction of the
Bridgestone Off-The-Road radial tire. This type of radial tire
in any pattern consists of a casing, tough bead wires, and
belts, and is designed to exhibit maximum performance.
Note that the internal construction thickness of rubber, etc.,
of radial tires are different depending on the size, pattern
and star rating of the tire.

Tread

Belt

Inner Liner
Casing Ply

Bead Wire
Chafer

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Rigid and Bottom dump trucks

HEAT RESISTANT CUT RESISTANT

TRACTION
VMTP

VFT

VMT VMTS

VZTS

ROCK
VEL /VRL VZTP

VRD VELSL VRQP

VHS
VELS/VRLS VRDP VRPS

Articulated dump trucks Scrapers

HEAT RESISTANT CUT RESISTANT HEAT RESISTANT CUT RESISTANT
Soft and muddy surface

TRACTION
VLT

VKT VLT

VKT

VLTS
Rocky and gravelly surface

VRL
ROCK

VMT

Underground vehicles Off road trucks

VSNT VSB L317 VMTP

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Earthmover Service
Rigid dump trucks

VRD
V-STEEL ROCK DEEP
VELSL
V-STEEL E-LUG S
VELS
V-STEEL E-LUG S
E-3 E-4 E-4

Employed E-3 tread class for high-
speed operation for ultra large
dump trucks.
18.00R25~21.00R35 21/90R33
40.00R57 31/90R49
Deep tread pattern with sidewall 46/90R57
protectors. VELSL attributes,
including great resistance to heat Deep tread pattern with sidewall
build-up and strong resistance to protectors. Suited for abrasive
cutting and chipping, make it suit- roads such as rocky, gravel or
able for large dump trucks engaged packed surfaces. High resistance to
in earthmoving work. cutting, chipping and shock dam-
age.

Earthmover Service Earthmover Service Earthmover Service

Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
59/80 R63 T/L 2 37.00 R57 T/L 2 18.00 R25 T/L 2
40.00 R57 T/L 2 18.00 R33 T/L 2
21/90 R33 T/L 2
21.00 R35 T/L 2
31/90 R49 T/L 2
40.00 R57 T/L 2

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Rigid dump trucks

VRLS
V-STEEL R-LUG S
VZTS
V-STEEL Z-TRACTION S
VZTP
V-STEEL Z-TRACTION PREMIUM
E-4 E-4 E-4

21.00R33~37.00R57 53/80R63

Deep tread pattern with sidewall Extra-deep tread traction pattern

protectors. Specifically designed with sidewall protectors. VZTP spe-
for giant dump trucks. cially focuses on traction, without
Non-directional deep tread pattern compromising extra-long tread life
ensures excellent traction and and superior cut resistance. Narrow
great resistance to side-slip as well center tread grooves, which reduce
as long life and cut resistance on tread block movement and help
rocky surface. heat desperation, along with wider
side lugs, achieve the perfect bal-
ance of antithetical performance
14.00R24~16.00R25 targets -- traction, tread life, and
heat resistance. VZTP can be the
Rock-deep tread with tough lug best solution for the large, rigid
and sidewall protectors. Specially dump trucks working on muddy
designed for large dump trucks surfaces.
engaged in earthmoving. High
resistance to cutting and chipping
for long tread life.

Earthmover Service Earthmover Service Earthmover Service

Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
14.00 R24 T/T 3 37.00 R57 T/L 2 46/90 R57 T/L 2
14.00 R25 T/L 3 40.00 R57 T/L 2
16.00 R25 T/L 2
T/L 2
21.00 R33
T/T 2
24.00 R35 T/L 2
24.00 R49 T/L 2
27.00 R49 T/L 2
30.00 R51 T/L 2
33.00 R51 T/L 2
36.00 R51 T/L 2
37.00 R57 T/L 2
53/80 R63 T/L 2

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VRDP
V-STEEL ROCK DEEP PREMIUM
VRPS
V-STEEL ROCK PREMIUM SERVICE
VRQP
V-STEEL ROCK QUARRY PREMIUM
E-4 E-4 E-4

Extra-deep tread pattern with side-
wall protectors. Rock extra-deep
tread is the main feature of VRDP,
which enables extended tread life
and super cut resistance without
compromising resistance to heat
build-up. VRDP is suitable for rigid
dump trucks. Can be used on abra-
sive or rocky road surfaces and can
reduce cost per performance of
standard E-4 rock patterns.
46/90R57 53/80R63
50/90R57
With a special tread pattern and
optimal tire rigidity, VRPS tires
boast longer tread life and greater
resistance to wear and tear than
VRDP tires, so they are recom-
mended especially for use in cop-
per, iron, gold and other metal
mines requiring extra protection
against tire wear, cuts and penetra-
tion.
VRQP is specially developed for
earthmovers working in quarries
and other tough operations. Extra-
thick tread, which assures longer
tread life and superior cut resis-
tance, greatly reduces total tire
cost for replacement in middle-
sized, rigid dump trucks.

Earthmover Service Earthmover Service Earthmover Service

Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
27.00 R49 T/L 2 New 46/90 R57 T/L 2 18.00 R33 T/L 2
33.00 R51 T/L 2 New 50/90 R57 T/L 2 24.00 R35 T/L 2
42/90 R57 T/L 2 New 53/80 R63 T/L 2
40.00 R57 T/L 2
46/90 R57 T/L 2
53/80 R63 T/L 2
55/80 R63 T/L 2
59/80 R63 T/L 2

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Rigid dump trucks

VMTS
V-STEEL M-TRACTION S
VMTP
V-STEEL M-TRACTION PREMIUM
E-4 E-4

Non-directional deep tread pattern Non-directional extra-deep tread

for muddy and soft surfaces.
Unique tread design features
strong traction, especially resis-
tance to side-slipping. High resis-
tance to wearing ensures long
tread life. Applicable to earthmov-
ing vehicles, such as rear and bot-
tom dump trucks.
corresponds to E4.5. Its massive
tread pattern ensures long tread
life and superior traction for espe-
cially muddy surface.
Designed for rear dump trucks.

Earthmover Service Earthmover Service

Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
14.00 R24 T/T 3 12.00 R24 T/T 3
14.00 R25 T/L 3 18.00 R33 T/L 2
16.00 R25 T/L 2 New 21.00 R33 T/L 2
18.00 R25 T/L 2 21.00 R35 T/L 2
18.00 R33 T/L 2 24.00 R35 T/L 2
21.00 R35 T/L 2 24.00 R49 T/L 2
24.00 R35 T/L 2 27.00 R49 T/L 2
24.00 R49 T/L 2 33.00 R51 T/L 2
27.00 R49 T/L 2

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Rigid and Bottom dump trucks

VHS
V-STEEL H-SERVICE
VFT
V-STEEL F-TRACTION
VEL
V-STEEL E-LUG
E-2 E-2 E-3

Designed for rigid and bottom type
high-speed haulers. Features mini-
mum heat build-up to enable high-
speed operation. Suitable for coal
and bauxite hauling under high
TKPH operations.
Suitably provides good traction,
generate slow heat and assures
long tread life on soft, muddy as
well as packed surfaces.
Normal-tread depth pattern with
sidewall protectors.
Suited for rocky surfaces or packed
roads. High resistance to shock
damage, cutting and chipping.

Earthmover Service Earthmover Service Earthmover Service

Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
30.00 R51 T/L 2 18.00 R33 T/L 2 18.00 R25 T/L 2
New 36.00 R51 T/L 2 24.00 R49 T/L 2 18.00 R33 T/L 2
27.00 R49 T/L 2 21.00 R35 T/L 2
24.00 R35 T/L 2

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Rigid and Bottom dump trucks Articulated dump trucks

VRL
V-STEEL R-LUG
VMT
V-STEEL M-TRACTION
VKT
V-STEEL K-TRACTION
E-3 E-3 E-2

Normal-depth tread designed for
longer and higher speed hauling.
This radials attributes, including
great resistance to heat build-up,
and strong resistance to cutting
and chipping, make it suitable for
large dump trucks in earthmoving
work.
Non-directional traction-type, nor-
mal-tread depth pattern, featuring
great resistance to heat build-up.
Most suitable for haulage-equip-
ment in coal mines, and equally
applicable to operations on soft
and muddy surfaces.
Ideal for soft or muddy surfaces,
and offers good traction and flota-
tion. Features long tread life and
exceptional stability, with self-
cleaning tread pattern.

Earthmover Service Earthmover Service Earthmover Service

Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
27.00 R49 T/L 2 30.00 R51 T/L 2 17.5 R25 T/L 1
33.00 R51 T/L 2 20.5 R25 T/L 1 2
36.00 R51 T/L 2 23.5 R25 T/L 1 2
40.00 R57 T/L 2 25/65 R25 T/L 2
26.5 R25 T/L 2
29.5 R25 T/L 2

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VLT
V-STEEL L-TRACTION
VMT
V-STEEL M-TRACTION
VLTS
V-STEEL L-TRACTION S
E-3 E-3 E-4

Designed for articulated dump
trucks. Suitable on wet, soft and
muddy surfaces with excellent
maneuverability, traction and flota-
tion.
Non-directional pattern designed Offers best cut resistance and long
for articulated dump trucks. VMT tread life on rocky and gravel sur-
provides adequate traction and faces in mining, quarry and con-
long tread life. struction, with superior traction.

Earthmover Service Earthmover Service Earthmover Service

Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
177B 20.5 R25 T/L MS 17.5 R25 T/L 2 177B 20.5 R25 T/L MS
185B 23.5 R25 T/L MS 20.5 R25 T/L 2 185B 23.5 R25 T/L MS
190B 750/65 R25 T/L MS 23.5 R25 T/L 2 193B 26.5 R25 T/L 2
(30/65 R25) 26.5 R25 T/L 2 200B 29.5 R25 T/L 2
193B 26.5 R25 T/L MS 29.5 R25 T/L 2 190B 750/65 R25 T/L 2
200B 29.5 R25 T/L MS (30/65 R25)

Multiple Star Rating Multiple Star Rating

Bridgestone Radial Tires marked with Bridgestone Radial Tires marked with
LOADER AND DOZER (one star)and LOADER AND DOZER (one star)and
EARTHMOVER (two star) have speci- EARTHMOVER (two star) have speci-
fied load capacity on each servicing condi- fied load capacity on each servicing condi-
tion. tion.
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Scrapers

VKT
V-STEEL K-TRACTION
VRL
V-STEEL R-LUG
VLT
V-STEEL L-TRACTION
E-2 E-3 E-3

Ideal for soft or muddy surfaces,
and offers good traction and flota-
tion.
Tough lug-pattern. Features excel-
lent traction as well as great resis-
tance to cutting and casing fatigue.
Suitable for scrapers on rocky sur-
face.
Wide tread, self-cleaning pattern
offer excellent maneuverability,
traction and floatation on soft and
muddy surface.

Earthmover Service Earthmover Service Earthmover Service

Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
29.5 R29 T/L 2 33.25 R29 T/L 2 33.25 R29 T/L 2
37.5 R33 T/L 2 29.5 R35 T/L 2 37.25 R35 T/L 2
33.25 R35 T/L 2 33.25 R35 T/L 2 40.5/75 R39 T/L 2
37.25 R35 T/L 2 37.25 R35 T/L 2
37.5 R39 T/L 2 37.5 R39 T/L 2
40.5/75 R39 T/L 2

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Sand Service
Underground vehicles

VSNT
V-STEEL N-TRACTION
VSJ
V-STEEL JAMAL
E-4 E-7

Deep tread for shuttle trucks in V-Steel Jamal is designed with a

underground mine, VSNT is the
best suit. L4 deep tread with
unique non-directional traction pat-
tern can provide optimum traction
without compromising the tread
life. The wide tread is the result of
our new concept to minimize side-
wall cut.
steel radial construction for operat-
ing on desert and soft ground as
well as paved roads.
The unique tread design ensures
maximum flotation and traction.

Earthmover Service Sand Service

Size Type Star Rating Size Type Ply Rating
26.5 R25 T/L MS 16.00 R20 T/T 28
29.5 R25 T/L MS 21.00 R25 T/L
29.5 R29 T/L MS
35/65 R33 T/L MS

Multiple Star Rating

Bridgestone Radial Tires marked with
LOADER AND DOZER (one star)and
EARTHMOVER (two star) have speci-
fied load capacity on each servicing condi-
tion.
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Off road trucks

VSB
V-STEEL S-BLOCK
L317 VMTP
V-STEEL M-TRACTION PREMIUM
E-2 E-4 E-4

Suitable for both gravel and hard
packed surfaces like paved roads.
Designed for heavy-duty trucks and
trailers.
The pattern exhibits excellent trac-
tion and maneuverability.
Specially designed for cyclical oper- Heavier tread version of L317, for
ation trucks used in mining. The longer life and more resistance to
features are extra-long life, superior cut.
cut resistance and excellent trac-
tion. The casing is reinforced by
3 for heavy duty mining trucks.

Earthmover Service Earthmover Service Earthmover Service

Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
14.00 R24 T/T 3 11.00 R20 T/T 3 12.00 R24 T/T 3
14.00 R25 T/L 3 12.00 R20 T/T 3
12 R22.5 T/L 3
12.00 R24 T/T 3

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Grader Service

VUT
V-STEEL ULTRA TRACTION
VKT
V-STEEL K-TRACTION
VSW
V-STEEL SNOW WEDGE
G-2 G-2 G-2

For Grader
Non-directional pattern designed
for graders.
Features superior traction and
excellent self-cleaning.
Also lighter weight provides superi-
or maneuverability and better fuel
consumption.
Ideal for soft, muddy surfaces,
offering good traction and flota-
tion. Features long tread life and
exceptional stability. Self-cleaning
type tread pattern.
VSW is the first of its kind in snow
radials, especially developed for
machines employed in snow
removal work. Has excellent trac-
tion from a standing start and dur-
ing acceleration as well as excellent
cornering and braking perfor-
mance, especially on icy, packed or
soft snow surfaces. VSW provides
all season service, requiring no
replacement during the summer.
Also offers exceptional re-tread
ability.

Grader Service Grader Service Grader Service

Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
13.00 R24TG T/T 1 14.00 R24TG T/L 1 14.00 R24TG T/L 1 3
13.00 R24TG T/L 1 16.00 R24TG T/L 1 16.00 R24TG T/L 1
14.00 R24TG T/L 1 17.5 R25 T/L 1 17.5 R25 T/L 1
15.5 R25 T/L 1 2 20.5 R25 T/L 1
17.5 R25 T/L 1
20.5 R25 T/L 1
23.5 R25 T/L 1

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Loader and Dozer

HEAT RESISTANT CUT RESISTANT

TRACTION
VUT VLT VLTS

VSW
for VKT VSNT VSDT
snow surface
VTS VJT VMT

ROCK
VSNL VSDL
VSMS

Underground vehicles

HEAT RESISTANT CUT RESISTANT

TRACTION

VSNT VSDT
ROCK

VSNL VSDL
VSMS

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Loader and Dozer Service

VUT
V-STEEL ULTRA TRACTION
VKT
V-STEEL K-TRACTION
VSW
V-STEEL SNOW WEDGE
L-2 L-2 L-2

For Compact Loader For Loader

335/80R20~405/70R20 15.5R25~23.5R25
Non-directional pattern designed
for loaders and dozers.
Features superior traction and
excellent self-cleaning.
The lighter weight provides superi-
or maneuverability and better fuel
consumption.
Ideal for soft, muddy surfaces,
offering good traction and flota-
tion. Features long tread life and
exceptional stability. Self-cleaning
type tread pattern.
VSW is the first of its kind in snow
radials, especially developed for
machines employed in snow
removal work. Has excellent trac-
tion from a standing start and dur-
ing acceleration as well as excellent
cornering and braking perfor-
mance, especially on icy, packed or
soft snow surfaces. Provides all
season service. Requires no
replacement during the summer.
Also offers exceptional re-tread
ability.

Loader and Dozer Service Loader and Dozer Service Loader and Dozer Service
Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
147A2 335/80 R20 T/L 14.00 R24TG T/L 1 14.00 R24TG T/L 1
153A2 365/80 R20 T/L 15.5 R25 T/L 1 17.5 R25 T/L 1
155A2 405/70 R20 T/L 17.5 R25 T/L 1 2 20.5 R25 T/L MS
15.5 R25 T/L 1 2 20.5 R25 T/L 1 2 23.5 R25 T/L MS
17.5 R25 T/L 1 23.5 R25 T/L 1 2
20.5 R25 T/L 1 26.5 R25 T/L 1 2
23.5 R25 T/L 1

Multiple Star Rating

Bridgestone Radial Tires marked with
LOADER AND DOZER (one star)and
EARTHMOVER (two star) have speci-
fied load capacity on each servicing condi-
tion.
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VTS
V-STEEL TRACTION-STABILITY
VLT
V-STEEL L-TRACTION
VMT
V-STEEL M-TRACTION
L-3 L-3 L-3

VTS is designed primarily for
wheeled loaders as premium line.
This new generation tire offers
exceptional stability, superior rid-
ing comfort, optimum traction and
reduced cost per performance than
80 series of same tread class.
Suitable for wet, soft and muddy
surfaces. Offers excellent maneu-
verability, traction and flotation.
Also ensures a very comfortable
ride due to its superb stability.
Wide Base
Non-directional pattern designed
for loaders. VMT provides excellent
stability and long tread life and is
suitable for applications of con-
structions or general duties, i.e.,
waste re-handling or land fill opera-
tions.

Loader and Dozer Service Loader and Dozer Service Loader and Dozer Service
Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
New 550/65 R25 T/L 1 186A2 20.5 R25 T/L MS 17.5 R25 T/L 1 2
650/65 R25 T/L 1 195A2 23.5 R25 T/L MS 20.5 R25 T/L 1
New 750/65 R25 T/L 1 202A2 26.5 R25 T/L MS 23.5 R25 T/L 1 2
775/65 R29 T/L 1 208A2 29.5 R25 T/L MS 26.5 R25 T/L 1 2
875/65 R29 T/L 1 202A2 750/65 R25 T/L MS 208A2 29.5 R25 T/L 1
(30/65 R25)

Multiple Star Rating

Bridgestone Radial Tires marked with
LOADER AND DOZER (one star)and
EARTHMOVER (two star) have speci-
fied load capacity on each servicing condi-
tion.
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VJT
V-STEEL J-TRACTION
VLTS
V-STEEL L-TRACTION S
VSNT
V-STEEL N-TRACTION
L-3 L-4 L-4

Next generation pattern reduced
vibration, and achieved higher rid-
ing comfort plus VMTs long-stand-
ing grip and long tread life. VJT is
suitable for construction and gener-
al duties.
Offers best cut resistance and long
tread life on rocky and gravel sur-
faces in mining, quarry and con-
struction, without compromising
superior traction even in muddy
conditions.
Deep tread for wheeled loaders
operating in quarry or mining and
required to load and carry opera-
tion with certain longitudinal trac-
tion, VSNT will be the best suit. L4
deep tread with unique non-direc-
tional traction pattern can provide
optimum traction without compro-
mising tread life. The wide tread is
the result of our new concept to
minimize sidewall cut.

Loader and Dozer Service Loader and Dozer Service Loader and Dozer Service
Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
186A2 20.5 R25 T/L 1 186A2 20.5 R25 T/L MS 26.5 R25 T/L MS
195A2 23.5 R25 T/L MS 195A2 23.5 R25 T/L MS 29.5 R25 T/L MS
202A2 26.5 R25 T/L MS 29.5 R29 T/L MS
MS
35/65 R33 T/L
2

Multiple Star Rating Multiple Star Rating Multiple Star Rating

Bridgestone Radial Tires marked with Bridgestone Radial Tires marked with Bridgestone Radial Tires marked with
LOADER AND DOZER (one star)and LOADER AND DOZER (one star)and LOADER AND DOZER (one star)and
EARTHMOVER (two star) have speci- EARTHMOVER (two star) have speci- EARTHMOVER (two star) have speci-
fied load capacity on each servicing condi- fied load capacity on each servicing condi- fied load capacity on each servicing condi-
tion. tion. tion.
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Loader and Dozer / Underground vehicles

VSNL
V-STEEL N-LUG
VSDT
V-STEEL SUPER DEEP TRACTION
VSDL
V-STEEL D-LUG
L-4 L-5 L-5

14.00R20 35/65R33 8.25R15~ 17.5R25~

Primarily designed for underground
mining, they are also suitable for
wheel loaders working in open pits
and quarries. Rock pattern design
offers outstanding traction, stabili-
ty and comfort. Sidewall protec-
tion reduces cuts and other dam-
age to the tire sidewalls.
Extra-deep tread for loader, dozer
applications aim for excellent trac-
tion with superior cut resistance
and long tread life. The wide tread
is the result of our new concept to
minimize sidewall cut. The new
pattern design can also offer a
comfortable ride.
12.00R20 55.5/80R57
Extra-deep tread designed for
severe and rocky surfaces, guaran-
teeing excellent traction, stability
and comfortable ride. For use in
underground mines, open pits and
quarries.
Specially designed sidewall pro-
vides extended protection from
cutting.

Loader and Dozer Service Loader and Dozer Service Loader and Dozer Service
Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
14.00 R20 T/T 2 195A2 1 8.25 R15 T/T 2
23.5 R25 T/L
New 35/65 R33 T/L 2 201A2 2 10.00 R15 T/T 2
202A2 1 14.5 R15 T/L 2
26.5 R25 T/L
209A2 2 12.00 R20 T/T 2
208A2 1 17.5 R25 T/L 1 2
29.5 R25 T/L
216A2 2 20.5 R25 T/L 1 2
211A2 1 23.5 R25 T/L 1 2
29.5 R29 T/L
218A2 2 26.5 R25 T/L 1 2
217A2 35/65 R33 T/L 1 29.5 R25 T/L 1 2
29.5 R29 T/L 1 2
35/65 R33 T/L 1 2
45/65 R39 T/L 1
45/65 R45 T/L 1 2
50/65 R51 T/L 2
55.5/80 R57 T/L

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High-Speed Service

VSMS
V-STEEL SMOOTH TREAD-MS
VHS
V-STEEL HIGHWAY SERVICE
VGT
V-STEEL G-TRACTION
L-5S

Smooth extra-deep tread designed
for operating over severe rocky sur-
faces, in underground mines, open
pits and quarries. Specially-com-
pounded rubber ensures maximum
resistance to cutting and wearing.
Suitable for all terrain cranes.
Newly-developed technology
assures excellent performance,
especially for high-speed service
(on-road condition).
Features new tread rubber,
achieves extra-long life and ideal
tread pattern (closed shoulder, vari-
able pitches), and reduces noise
level.
Block pattern with normal-depth
tread for all terrain vehicles.
Suitable for higher speeds and
longer transport operations on
paved or packed roads with great
resistance to heat build-up and
irregular wearing.
On rough terrain, the tire offers
strong traction and flotation.
Especially applicable to fire engines
at airports or all terrain cranes.

Loader and Dozer Service High-Speed Service High-Speed Service

Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
9.00 R20 T/T 2 170E 385/95 R24 T/T 3 170E 445/80 R25 T/L 2
12.00 R20 T/T 2 (14.00 R24) (17.5 R25)
12.00 R24 T/T 2 170E 385/95 R25 T/L 3
17.5 R25 T/L 1 2 (14.00 R25)
18.00 R25 T/L 1 2 177E 445/95 R25 T/L 2
26.5 R25 T/L 1 2 (16.00 R25)
29.5 R29 T/L 2 186E 505/95 R25 T/L 2
(18.00 R25)
179E 525/80 R25 T/L 2
(20.5 R25)

DOT approved DOT approved

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VKT
V-STEEL K-TRACTION
VSW
V-STEEL SNOW WEDGE
VHB
V-STEEL H-BLOCK

VKT is best on soft, muddy sur-
faces, offering good traction and
flotation with adequate perfor-
mance of on-road operation. The
VKT application to mobile cranes
will include operations which are
mostly off road.
VSW is the first of its kind in snow Specially designed for mobile har-
radials, especially developed for bour cranes and toeing tractors.
machines employed in snow Features exceptional casing dura-
removal work. Has excellent trac- bility.
tion from a standing start and dur-
ing acceleration as well as excellent
cornering and braking perfor-
mance, especially on icy, packed or
soft snow surfaces. VSW provides
all season service, requiring no
replacement during the summer.
VSW also offers exceptional re-
tread ability.

High-Speed Service High-Speed Service Industrial Service

Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
177E 445/95 R25 T/L 2 170E 385/95 R25 T/L 3 14.00 R24 T/T 3
(16.00 R25) (14.00 R25) 16.00 R25 T/L 2
179E 525/80 R25 T/L 2 177E 445/95 R25 T/L 2 18.00 R25 T/L 3
(20.5 R25) (16.00 R25)
186E 505/95 R25 T/L 2
(18.00 R25)

DOT approved DOT approved

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VEL
V-STEEL E-LUG
VCH
V-STEEL CONTAINER HANDLER
VCHD
V-STEEL CONTAINER HANDLER DEEP

Normal-depth tread pattern with
sidewall protectors. Reinforced 3
casing can cover industrial type
machine operations, especially the
operation of the automated guided
vehicles (AGV).
Specially designed for container
handling equipment, such as strad-
dle carriers and container stackers,
etc.
Features extra-long life, thanks to
newly-developed tread compound
and smooth wear due to optimized
contact pressure.
Specially designed for container
handling equipment, such as strad-
dle carriers and container stackers,
etc.
Features extra-long life, thanks to
newly-developed tread compound
and smooth wear due to optimized
contact pressure.

Industrial Service Industrial Service Industrial Service

Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
18.00 R25 T/L 3 12.00 R20 T/T 3 16.00 R25 T/L 2
12.00 R24 T/T 2
14.00 R24 T/T 3

INDUSTRIAL SERVICE
Lift trucks, Loaded container Straddle carriers Harbor cranes Automated guided
Empty container handlers handlers vehicles

VCH VCHD* VCHS* VCHS* VSDL* VSMS* VCH VCHD VHB VEL VHB

*When the average operating speed exceeds 10 km/h, consult your Bridgestone representative.

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VCHS
V-STEEL CONTAINER HANDLER SS
VSDL
V-STEEL D-LUG
VSMS
V-STEEL SMOOTH TREAD MS

Specially designed for container
handling equipment, such as con-
tainer stackers. Newly developed
all steel radial casings improve
operational stability and safety.
The unique pattern is designed for
longer tread life by preventing
irregular wearing.
Extra-deep tread with a reinforced
all steel radial casing for a heavy
reach staker.
Smooth extra-deep tread with a
reinforced all steel radial casing.
For container handling equipment
especially for abrasive concrete sur-
face.

Industrial Service Industrial Service Industrial Service

Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating Size Type Star Rating
196A5 14.00 R24 T/T 3 23.5 R25 T/L 2 18.00 R25 T/L 2
214A5 18.00 R25 T/L 3
219A5 18.00 R33 T/L 3

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BIAS TIRES
Earthmover Service .....................................28
Sand Service ..................................................29
Grader Service...............................................30
Loader and Dozer Service ..........................30
Compactor Service .......................................33
Logging Service ............................................33
Industrial Service ..........................................34
Multiple Service ............................................36

TIRE COMPONENTS

BREAKDOWN OF OFF-THE-ROAD BIAS TIRES

This figure shows the basic construction of the
Bridgestone Off-The-Road bias tire. This type of basic tire
in any pattern consists of a carcass, tough bead wires, and
breakers, and is designed to exhibit maximum perfor-
mance. Note that the internal construction thickness of
rubber, etc., of bias tires are different depending on the
size, pattern and ply rating of the tire.

Tread

Breaker

Inner Liner
Carcass
Bead Wire
Chafer

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WLW-LUG
RL
R-LUG
VL2 V-LUG2
E-3 E-3 E-3

The WLs regular-type tread with
wide lugs has been designed for
operation on rock, coal and earth,
and to resist cutting and irregular
wearing on paved road.
The RLs regular-type tread is
designed with specially-compound-
ed rubber for operating on rock,
coal and earth, and resists cutting
and wearing, as well as overheat-
ing.
The V-Lug 2 has incorporated all
the benefits of the R-Lug, while
increasing durability and lowering
vibration through the application of
a newly-designed aggressive tread
pattern and the latest technology.

Earthmover Service Earthmover Service Earthmover Service

Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating
8.25-20 T/T 12 10.00-20 T/T 14 20.5-25 T/L 16 20 24
9.00-20 T/T 14 11.00-20 T/T 14 23.5-25 T/L 16 20 24
12.00-20 T/T 16 18 26.5-25 T/L 20 24 26
12.00-24 T/T 20 29.5-25 T/L 22 28
14.00-24 T/T 20 24 28
14.00-25 T/T 24
T/L 24 28 32
16.00-25
T/T 28
T/L 32
18.00-25
T/T 32
21.00-25 T/L 24 32
18.00-33 T/L 32
21.00-35 T/L 36
37.25-35 T/L 36

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Sand Service

RLS/ELS2
R-LUG S E-LUG S2
AL
ALLIGATOR
SCP2
SAND CLIPPER-2
E-4 E-7 E-7

RLS The ALs unique tread pattern, ideal The SCP2s wide, round-shoulder
The RLSs deep tread is designed for use in the desert and on soft design with straight ribs provides
for operating on rock, coal and ground, offers maximum flotation even tread wear for long service-
earth surfaces where serviceability with minimum resistance to rolling. ability, and remarkable flotation
and tread cutting are problems. Its and traction on soft, loose sand. Its
specially-compounded rubber durable casing withstands the pun-
resists cutting and overheating. ishment of not only highway use,
but also low-inflation-pressure
ELS2 operation on sand.
The ELS2 features a deep tread
designed for operating on rock,
coal and earth where serviceability
and cutting are big problems.
Specially-compounded rubber
effectively resists cutting and wear-
ing.

RLS
Earthmover Service Sand Service Sand Service
Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating
16.00-25 T/L 28 9.00-15 T/T 6 14.00-20 T/T 12 18
18.00-25 T/L 32 16.00-20 T/T 12
18.00-33 T/L 32 36
21.00-35 T/L 36
24.00-35 T/L 36

ELS2
Earthmover Service
Size Type Ply Rating
T/L 32
18.00-25
T/T 32
18.00-33 T/L 32
21.00-35 T/L 36 40

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FG
FAST GRIP
RL
R-LUG
FG
FAST GRIP
G-2 G-3 L-2

The FGs separate lugs are tapered
for greater traction and self-clean-
ing, resulting in easy driving on
heavy dirt and in mud.
The RLs regular-type tread is
designed with specially-compound-
ed rubber for operating on rock,
coal and earth, and resists cutting
and wearing, as well as overheat-
ing.
The FGs separate lugs are tapered
for greater traction and self-clean-
ing, resulting in easy driving on
heavy dirt and in mud.

Grader Service Grader Service Loader and Dozer Service

Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating
13.00-24 T/T 10 12 16.00-24 TG T/T 16 T/L 12
13.00-24
T/L 12 18.00-25 T/L 16 T/T 12
13.00-24 TG
T/T 12 16 13.00-24 TG T/T 12
T/L 12 14 16 T/L 12 14
14.00-24 TG 14.00-24
T/T 12 16 T/T 12
16.00-24 TG T/T 12 16 14.00-24 TG T/T 12
T/L 12 16 T/L 10
17.5-25 16.9-24
T/T 12 16 T/T 10
T/L 12 16 T/L 10
20.5-25 18.4-24
T/T 12 16 T/T 10
T/L 12
15.5-25
T/T 12
T/L 12 16
17.5-25
T/T 12 16
T/L 12 16
20.5-25
T/T 12 16
T/L 12 16
23.5-25
T/T 16
16.9-28 T/T 8 10
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RL
R-LUG
VL2 V-LUG2
RLS R-LUG S
L-3 L-3 L-4

The RLs regular-type tread is
designed with specially-compound-
ed rubber for operating on rock,
coal and earth, and resists cutting
and wearing, as well as overheat-
ing.
The V-Lug 2 has incorporated all
the benefits of the R-Lug, while
increasing durability and lowering
vibration through the application of
a newly designed aggressive tread
pattern and the latest technology.
The RLSs deep tread is designed
for operating on rock, coal and
earth surfaces where serviceability
and tread cutting are problems. Its
specially-compounded rubber
resists cutting and overheating.

Loader and Dozer Service Loader and Dozer Service Loader and Dozer Service
Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating
12.00-20 T/T 20 T/L 12 14.00-24 T/T 20
15.5-25
12.00-24 T/T 16 20 T/T 12 18.00-25 T/T 32
13.00-24 TG T/L 12 T/L 12 16 23.5-25 T/L 16 20
17.5-25
14.00-24 T/T 24 T/T 12 16 26.5-25 T/L 20 26 32
T/L 12 16 T/L 16 20 24 29.5-25 T/L 28
14.00-24 TG 20.5-25
T/T 12 16 T/T 12 16 20
T/L 16 T/L 12 16 20 24
16.00-24 TG 23.5-25
T/T 16 T/T 16 20 24
18.00-25 T/L 16 T/L 16 20 24 26 32
26.5-25
29.5-29 T/L 28 T/T 20 24
29.5-25 T/L 22 28

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NL
N-LUG
DL D-LUG
STMS
SMOOTH TREAD-MS
L-4 L-5 L-5S

A 65-series tire designed with a
deep tread, special rubber com-
pound, steel breakers and shoulder
protecting ribs for superior stabili-
ty, traction and flotation as well as
resistance to wearing and cutting.
The DLs extra-deep tread is
designed for severe, rocky surfaces,
and offers excellent traction and
stability.
Specially-compounded rubber and
shoulder protecting ribs ensure
maximum serviceability and resis-
tance to cutting.
The STMSs smooth extra-deep
tread is designed for severe, rocky
surfaces, such as those in under-
ground mines, open pits and quar-
ries. Specially-compounded rubber
ensures maximum resistance to
cutting and wearing.

Loader and Dozer Service Loader and Dozer Service Loader and Dozer Service
Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating
35/65-33 T/L 24 30 17.5-25 T/L 16 12.00-24 T/T 16 20
20.5-25 T/L 12 16 14.00-24 T/T 20
23.5-25 T/L 16 20 16.00-25 T/L 24
26.5-25 T/L 20 26 32 17.5-25 T/L 16 20
29.5-25 T/L 22 28 T/L 24 28 32
18.00-25
35/65-33 T/L 24 30 42 T/T 24
40/65-39 T/L 30 36 56 T/L 16
20.5-25
41.25/70-39 T/L 34 42 T/T 28
45/65-45 T/L 38 46 58 21.00-25 T/L 32
50/65-51 T/L 50 62 23.5-25 T/L 20
55.5/80-57 T/L 68 T/L 26 32 36
26.5-25
65/65-57 T/L 62 T/T 32
29.5-29 T/L 34

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Compactor Service Logging Service

RR
ROAD ROLLER
AL2
ALLIGATOR2
FG
FAST GRIP
C-1 C-2 LS-2

The RRs smooth tread is specially The ALs unique tread pattern, ideal The FGs separate lugs are tapered
designed for compacting road for use in the desert and on soft for greater traction and self-clean-
materials. ground, offers maximum flotation ing, resulting in easy driving on
with minimum resistance to rolling. heavy dirt and in mud.

Compactor Service Compactor Service Logging Service

Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating
7.50-15 T/T 12 T/L 8 22/65-25 T/L 16
23.1-26
95/65-15 T/T 6 T/T 8
T/L 6
7.50-16
T/T 6
10.5/80-16 T/L 6
8.25-20 T/T 10
9.00-20 T/T 10
11.00-20 T/T 12
12.00-20 T/T 14
14/70-20 T/T 12

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TGS
TIMBER GRIP S
RL
R-LUG
RLS R-LUG S
LS-2

The TGS features extra-tread with
steel breakers to prevent punctur-
ing, and excellent flotation and self-
cleaning of mud between lugs.
The RL is standard tread depth and
is applicable to wide range of
industrial type machines, especially
the slow wearing type, such as rub-
ber tired gantry crane (RTG).
The RLSs deep tread is suitable for
empty container handler.
The features are long tread life,
thanks to extra-deep tread.
The unique rubber compound
resists cutting and wearing on
smooth surface.

Logging Service Industrial Service Indutrial Service

Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating
23.1-26 T/T 10 10.00-20 T/T 16 14.00-24 TG T/L 24 28
24.5-32 T/T 16 11.00-20 T/T 16 16.00-25 T/L 28 32
30.5L-32 T/T 16 12.00-20 T/T 20 23.5-25 T/L 36
12.00-24 T/T 20
14.00-24 T/T 24 28
14.00-24 TG T/L 24
T/L 28 32
16.00-25
T/T 28
18.00-25 T/L 36 40
21.00-25 T/L 32 40
21.00-35 T/L 40

INDUSTRIAL SERVICE
Lift trucks, Loaded container Straddle carriers Harbor cranes Rubber tired
Empty container handlers handlers gantry cranes

RL RLS YS2 STMS* RL RLS ELS2* STMS* YS2 RL RL

*When the average operating speed exceeds 10 km/h, consult your Bridgestone representative.
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ELS2 E-LUG S2
STMS
SMOOTH TREAD-MS
YS2
YARD SERVICE-2

Extra-deep tread corresponding to
E4.5 is the main feature of ELS2,
which ensures a longer tread life.
Industrial use of ELS2 is suitable for
container handling equipment such
as loaded container handlers (reach
stacker), notorious for being the
most severe condition for tire
wearing.
The STMSs smooth extra-deep
tread is suitable for empty and
loaded container handlers, espe-
cially abrasive concrete surface.
The main features are extra-long
tread life and best riding comfort
due to extra-deep and smooth
tread design.
Specially designed for straddle car-
riers, the YS2 delivers excellent
wear resistance for long service-
ability as well as good traction and
braking. Wear indicators inserted
around the treads circumference
allow for easy measuring of the
tread depth in any position.

Industrial Service Industrial Service Industrial Service

Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating
18.00-25 T/L 36 40 12.00-24 T/T 20 16.00-25 T/L 28 32
18.00-33 T/L 36 18.00-25 T/L 40
21.00-35 T/L 40

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FG
FAST GRIP
LS-2

The FGs separate lugs are tapered for greater traction and self-cleaning,
resulting in easy driving on heavy dirt and in mud.

Multiple Purpose Service

Size Type Ply Rating Size Type Ply Rating
T/L 4 10-16.5 T/L 4 6 8
5.70-12
T/T 4 12-16.5 T/L 6
23X8.50-12 T/T 4 12.5/65-18 T/L 8
5.50-15 T/T 6 T/L 8
15.5/70-18
10-15 T/T 6 T/T 8
12/65-15 T/T 10 10.00-20 T/T 10 12 14
14.0/65-15 T/L 8 11.00-20 T/T 10 12 16
T/L 4 15.5/70-20 T/L 10
27X8.50-15
T/T 4 T/L 10
17.5/65-20
33X12.5-15 T/T 6 8 T/T 10
12.5/70-16 T/L 6 8 42X17-20 T/T 10

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OFF-THE-ROAD TIRES 2007

Earthmover

Grader

Loader and Dozer

Compactor

Logging

High-speed

Industrial

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