TRUCK & BUS T YRES

PREMIUM
WINTER TYRE RANGE
2017-2018
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 BRIDGESTONE PREMIUM TRUCK AND BUS WINTER TYRE RANGE

WHY CHOOSE BRIDGESTONE

Bridgestone’s full range of winter tyres and Bandag winter retreads provides outstanding performance whatever the conditions. From
extreme temperature and wet weather conditions to the challenges of ice and snow, Bridgestone is your guarantee of great comfort,
precision handling and peace of mind.

THE SAFEST CHOICE

All Bridgestone winter tyres and Bandag winter retreads under­go a series of rigorous tests to ensure their capabilities to
deliver high safety and quality standards in winter operations. They are specifically designed to provide optimal grip and
traction even in the most extreme conditions (rising far above the safety threshold of many alpine-marked tyres), making them
the perfect choice for safe driving on winter conditions.

“At Bridgestone, we consider all of winter’s conditions. That’s why each of our winter tyres is equipped with the latest
technologies, tread designs and materials needed to achieve the best results. Moreover, Bandag retreads extend
the performance of the new winter tyres even further into a second and sometimes third life, without compromising
on quality.”

Bridgestone Senior Engineer

Truck and Bus Tyre Development

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WINTER TYRE MARKINGS
Based on manufacturer’s own statement,
the M+S marking relates to the tyre’s
tread pattern, tread compound or
structure providing better grip and braking
performance in mud and fresh or melting
snow.
ECE54 regulation
Bridgestone invests heavily in developing technologies that
deliver peak performance on winter roads. And as a major
sponsor of Alpine Ski World Cup events, we also help drive
performance on the slopes.
All our tyres and Bandag retreads carrying
the Alpine marking have passed a snow
acceleration test in winter conditions as
defined in the UNECE Regulation 117.02
and the UNECE 109* which makes them
suitable for winter use on snowy or icy roads.
* New amendment introduced in January 2016 for
retreaded tyres.
From premium Bridgestone new tyres to top-quality Bandag
retreads, the Total Tyre Life programme helps fleet owners
extend the life of their tyres and thus lower the total cost per
km, thereby boosting their return on investment and sharpening
their competitive edge.
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 BRIDGESTONE WINTER LINE-UP

From extreme temperature and wet weather conditions to the challenges of ice and snow, Bridgestone’s range of winter tyres
is composed of 2 product line-ups providing outstanding performance whatever the conditions.

NORMAL WINTER CONDITIONS SEVERE WINTER CONDITIONS

Typical road surface Roads under wet and occasional Typical road surface Roads covered frequently by
fresh and packed snow fresh and packed snow, and ice
Main operations International, Regional, Urban Main operations Regional, Off-road

Main applications General cargo, City-bus Main applications Timber, Tipper

Customer values Customer values

High mileage performance Good mileage performance

Good snow and ice Superior snow and ice

handling performance handling performance

Powerful traction
Reliable traction performance
on snow and ice

All year usage Usage for the winter season

High on/off capabilities

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 TRUCK & BUS WINTER TYRE LEGISLATIONS
Austria
01.11 to 15.04 (trucks > 3,5 tons)
01.11 to 15.03 (busses)
M+S or 3PSFM on minimum drive axle
RTD 5.0 mm (radial) or 6.0 mm (bias)
Chains allowed for min. 2.0 mm drive RTD
Bosnia & Herzegovina
15.11 to 15.04
M+S or 3PSFM on minimum drive axle
RTD 4.0 mm (all axles)
Chains mandatory if no M+S or 3PSFM
Belgium Greece
RTD 1.6 mm
Chains allowed in winter conditions
Denmark / France /
United Kingdom
RTD 1.0 mm
Chains allowed in winter conditions
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Croatia Finland Luxembourg / Germany
15.11 to 15.04 (trucks & busses > 3,5 tons) 01.12 to 31.03 Roads covered, expected snow/ice/slush
Roads covered, expected snow/ice/slush M+S or 3PSFM on minimum drive axle M+S or 3PSFM on minimum drive axle
M+S or 3PSFM on minimum drive axle RTD 5.0 mm (drive) - 3.0 mm (other) RTD 1.6 mm (all axles)
RTD 4.0 mm (all axles) Chains allowed in winter conditions Chains allowed in winter conditions
Chains allowed for min. 4.0 mm RTD
Czech Republic Kosovo Macedonia
01.11 to 31.03 or when road sign Roads covered, expected snow/ice/slush 15.11 to 15.03
M+S or 3PSFM on minimum drive axle M+S or 3PSFM on minimum drive axle M+S or 3PSFM on all axles
RTD 4.0 mm (all axles)
RTD 6.0 mm (drive) - 1.6 mm (other) RTD 6.0 mm (drive) - 4.0 mm (other)
Chains mandatory for min. 4.0 mm RTD
Chains allowed for min. 6.0 mm RTD Chains allowed for min. 4.0 mm RTD
Italy / Poland /
Portugal / Spain
Switzerland
RTD 2.0 mm (drive) - 1.6 mm (other) RTD 1.6 mm - Poland 3.0 mm for coach RTD 1.0 mm
Chains mandatory when indicated Chains mandatory when indicated Chains mandatory when indicated
Hungary The Netherlands Other EU countries
RTD 1.6 mm (OD < 750 mm) - 3.0 mm to RTD 1.6 mm RTD 1.6 mm
(> 750mm)
Chains mandatory when indicated Chains not allowed Chains or winter tyres mandatory when
indicated
LEGEND
Winter regulations depending on date
Winter regulations depending on condition
No general winter tyres unless indicated by sign

Montenegro

01.11 to 01.04

M+S or 3PSFM on drive axle

RTD 4.0 mm (all axles)

Chains allowed in winter conditions

Romania Norway

M+S or 3PSFM on drive axle 15.11 to 31.03

RTD 1.6 mm (all axles) M+S or 3PSFM on all axles

Chains mandatory if no M+S or 3PSFM RTD 5.0 mm (all axles)

Chains allowed in winter conditions

Serbia Slovakia Slovenia Sweden

01.11 to 01.04 15.11 to 31.03 15.11 to 31.03 01.12 to 31.03

M+S or 3PSFM on drive axle M+S or 3PSFM on minimum drive axle M+S or 3PSFM on minimum drive axle M+S or 3PSFM on drive axle

RTD 4.0 mm (all axles) RTD 3.0 mm (all axles) RTD 4.0 mm (all axles) RTD 5.0 mm (all axles)
1.6 mm (trailer)
Chains allowed on drive axle Chains allowed when indicated RTD 3.0 mm (drive axles) -
Chains only allowed in winter conditions
1.0 mm (steer / trailer)

* Local administrations or authorities in each city/country may apply specific requirements relevant to winter tyres or about the mobility equipment on board, for use on highways or other roads, in periods of the year defined by these 9
local administrations or authorities. Whilst the above information is provided in good faith, no representation or warranties are made with regard to its completeness or accuracy and no liability will be accepted for damages of any nature
whatsoever resulting from the use of or reliance on this information. Please consult www.bridgestone.eu for more detailed information.
 NORMAL WINTER CONDITIONS

Roads under wet and occasional fresh

and packed snow.

High mileage Good snow and ice

performance handling performance

Reliable traction performance All year usage

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 M788 RW-DRIVE 001 R168/R168PLUS
DRIVE NEW TRAILER
STEER

• Regular winter tyre for superior low-
temperature performance.
• Advanced tread design for high snow
handling performance.
• Durable tread compounds for
extended tyre life.
• Best in class wet grip.*
• Higher winter performance.
• Optimized for all-season use.
• Excellent mileage.
**
• High resistance to irregular wear.
• Great performance on roads with mud
and fresh or melting snow.

* Compared to Goodyear ULTRA GRIP MAX D, Nokian Hakkapeliitta D,

Michelin XDW ICE GRIP, Continental HDW2 SCANDINAVIA 1H 2017
line-up, size 315/80 R 22.5
** Compared to its predecessor W990 * Only for R168PLUS

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 NORMAL WINTER CONDITIONS

Roads under wet and occasional fresh

and packed snow.

Cost High mileage

Efficiency performance

Good snow and ice Reliable traction

handling performance performance

All year
usage

Bandag: The safe, cost-effective and environmentally-

friendly retread solution by Bridgestone

For more information, visit our website: www.bandag.eu

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 W990+
DRIVE
• Optimal traction and braking,
also in snow,
for better performance
and security.
• Excellent stability ensuring
safety and efficiency.
• High mileage potential.
BDR-HG
DRIVE
• Deep traction and consistent
braking even
in winter conditions.
• Superb mileage performance
thanks to
its tread and slow-wearing
compound.
• Optimised for mixed winter
and dry conditions perfect
for all-season, regional
operations.
M788 R168+(E)
TRAILER TRAILER
• Highly durable for • Excellent mileage
excellent mileage. performance.
• Superb stability in the • Great resistance to
snow for better performance irregular wear.
and • All season performance.
complete safety.
• Outstanding handling
performance for even
the most snowy conditions.
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 SEVERE WINTER CONDITIONS

Roads covered frequently by fresh and packed snow,

as well as ice.

Good mileage Superior snow and ice

performance handling performance

Powerful traction Usage for the

on snow and ice winter season

High on/off
capabilities

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 W958/W958 EVO NORDIC-DRIVE 001 M852
STEER DRIVE TRAILER

• Severe winter tyre for
steer axle applications.
• Tread pattern for use in snowy and icy
conditions.
• Superior braking and cornering grip.
• High mileage and resistance against
irregular wear.
• Evolving pattern providing excellent
performance.
• “Multicell” tread compound with
microscopic pores for superior traction
on snow and ice.
• Convex block pattern design reducing
the irregular wear.
• Anti-slip blocks for excellent stability
and high braking on wet and frozen
surfaces.
• High durability trailer
tyre with excellent
Winter/On/Off capabilities.
• Superior grip thanks
to a range of technological
advancements.
• High mileage potential and resistance
to irregular wear.

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 SEVERE WINTER CONDITIONS

Roads covered frequently by fresh and packed snow,

as well as ice.

Cost Good mileage

Efficiency performance

Superior snow and ice Powerful traction

handling performance on snow and ice

Usage for the High on/off

winter season capabilities

Bandag: The safe, cost-effective and environmentally-

friendly retread solution by Bridgestone

For more information, visit our website: www.bandag.eu

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 BDR-WXT BDR-W+ SIT M852
DRIVE DRIVE DRIVE TRAILER

• Excellent traction • Excellent traction • Traction design • Superb grip in snow

on snow and ice. on snow and ice. for extreme winter and ice for better
• Optimal mileage • High self-cleaning properties. conditions. performance
performance. • Excellent traction and and security.
• All season-use.
• Excellent stability. breaking on snow and ice. • Excellent stability
• Very good stability. to ensure safety
and efficiency.
• High resistance against
irregular wear and cuts
for outstanding
on/off capabilities.

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 RW-DRIVE R168/ W958 NORDIC-DRIVE
TYRE LINE-UP M788 001 R168PLUS W958 EVO 001 M852

Load Speed Load Speed

Size Size
index symbol index symbol

M788 285/70 R 19.5 150/148 J C C 71 dB a

385/65 R 22.5 160 K 385/55 R 22.5 160 K
E C 75 dB a a C B 74 dB a
158 L 158 L

385/55 R 22.5 160 K R168PLUS

E C 73 dB a a
158 L 385/65 R 22.5** 160 K
C B 70 dB a a
RW-DRIVE 001 158 L

315/80 R 22.5 154/150 M W958

E B 73 dB a a
156/150 L 295/80 R 22.5 152/148 M D C 74 dB a a
315/70 R 22.5 152/148 M 315/80 R 22.5 156/150 L
E B 74 dB a a D C 72 dB a a
154/150 L 154/150 M

275/70 R 22.5 148/145 J

295/80 R 22.5 152/148 M E B 73 dB a a
E B 70 dB a a
R168 152/148 E

315/70 R 22.5 152/148 M

9.5 R 17.5* 143/141 J D C 71 dB a
D C 74 dB a a
215/75 R 17.5 135/133 K D C 69 dB a 154/150 L

235/75 R 17.5 143/141 J 385/65 R 22.5 160/158 L C C 71 dB a a

C C 69 dB a
144/144 F W958 EVO

245/70 R 17.5 143/141 J 385/65 R 22.5 164/158 L D C 71 dB a a

C C 69 dB a
146/146 F NORDIC-DRIVE 001

205/65 R 17.5 127/125 J 295/80 R 22.5 152/148 M E C 75 dB a a

D C 70 dB a
132/132 F 315/80 R 22.5 156/150 L E C 75 dB a a
245/70 R 19.5 141/140 J D C 70 dB a 275/70 R 22.5 148/145 M E C 75 dB a a
265/70 R 19.5 143/141 J D B 71 dB a M852

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 W990+ BDR-HG M788 R168+(E) BDR-WXT BDR-W+ SIT M852
TYRE LINE-UP

Speed Speed Speed Speed

Size*** Size*** Size*** Size***
symbol symbol symbol symbol

W990+ M788 315/60 R 22.5 K a a 275/70 R 22.5 K a

12 R 22.5 K a a 385/65 R 22.5 K a a BDR-W+ 295/70 R 22.5 K a
13 R 22.5 K a a 385/55 R 22.5 K a a 245/70 R 19.5 K a a 305/70 R 22.5 K a
295/80 R 22.5 K a a R168+(E) 265/70 R 19.5 K a a 315/70 R 22.5 K a
315/80 R 22.5 K a a 385/65 R 22.5 K a 285/70 R 19.5 K a a M852

275/70 R 22.5 K a a 425/65 R 22.5 K a 12 R 22.5 K a a 265/70 R 19.5 J a a

305/70 R 22.5 K a a 385/55 R 22.5 K a 13 R 22.5 K a a 285/70 R 19.5 J a a
315/70 R 22.5 K a a BDR-WXT 295/80 R 22.5 K a a 275/70 R 22.5 J a a
295/60 R 22.5 K a a 245/70 R 19.5 K a a 315/80 R 22.5 K a a
315/60 R 22.5 K a a 265/70 R 19.5 K a a 315/75 R 22.5 K a a
BDR-HG 285/70 R 19.5 K a a 275/70 R 22.5 K a a
12 R 22.5 K a a 12 R 22.5 K a a 305/70 R 22.5 K a a
13 R 22.5 K a a 13 R 22.5 K a a 315/70 R 22.5 K a a
295/80 R 22.5 K a a 295/80 R 22.5 K a a 295/60 R 22.5 K a a
315/80 R 22.5 K a a 315/80 R 22.5 K a a 315/60 R 22.5 K a a
275/70 R 22.5 K a a 315/75 R 22.5 K a a SIT

305/70 R 22.5 K a a 275/70 R 22.5 K a a 12 R 22.5 K a

315/70 R 22.5 K a a 305/70 R 22.5 K a a 13 R 22.5 K a
295/60 R 22.5 K a a 315/70 R 22.5 K a a 295/80 R 22.5 K a
315/60 R 22.5 K a a 295/60 R 22.5 K a a 315/80 R 22.5 K a

* Non-FRT marked tyre ** FRT marked tyre *** Contact your Bandag dealer for other sizes 19
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