In this report, Toyo Tire introduces Open Country A/T III tire concepts and features.
The Open Country A/T III all-terrain tire delivers solid off-road traction with responsive and predictable on-road handling. With a strong focus on wet performance, durability, and wear life, and using Toyo’s proprietary T-mode tire development and modeling techniques, Toyo offers advanced tread design, construction and compounding.
The Open Country A/T III system delivers a quiet ride with exceptional stability, instilling confidence in driving no matter the terrain. Built tough, it provides peace of mind to get there safely and back home, no matter the terrain or weather. With a 65,000-mile wear warranty, outdoor adventurers can count on the Open Country A/T III for the long haul.
Technical background
Increased lateral grooves improve snow performance and off-road traction.
In the picture above for a comparison between Open Country A/T III and OPEN COUNTRY A/T plus
The Tread Pattern Design
1- Five Variable Pitch Pattern – Low pattern noise
2- Staggered Shoulder Lugs – Traction performance in off-road
3- Stone Ejectors – Protection against damage caused by stone drilling
4- Large Traction Blocks
* Zigzag Block – Traction performance (Edge effect)
* Zigzag Groove – Snow traction / Off-road performance
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The Buttress Design
1- Square Shoulder & Biting Edges – Expose biting edges for off-road traction
2- Buttress Design – Durability Protection against external damage
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The Structure
1- Jointless Cap and Edge Ply – Handling Stability
2- High Tensile Belts – Handling Stability
3- High Stiffness Ply – Handling Stability
