How to read a tyre

Truck tyre markings

NAMES OF MICHELIN TYRES

MICHELIN uses the following naming convention for its tyres

These designations identify the environment in which the tyre is used. In some cases product designations will also include an option which expresses an additional benefit of the product to meet the specific needs of the haulier.

MICHELIN

Brand

X® COACHTM

FRT MARKING

The FRT (Free Rolling Tyre) marking is defined in regulation 54: “Marking 3.1.15”.

The inscription “FRT” is applicable for tyres designed specifically for carrying axles (tyres for towed axles).

Tyres with a FRT marking can be fitted to any axle of:

  • a towed vehicle,
  • an engine-powered vehicle (except the front steer axle and drive axle).

UNIQUE POINT

Example of load and speed indices:

A number of truck tyre dimensions have a second load/speed index marked on the sidewall.
This is known as the “Unique Point“ and is located after the main load index (as shown here.)


Example of load and speed indices with a unique point marking:

For these sizes, the “Unique Point“ provides additional load/speed operating conditions in order to satisfy particular requirements.