2011.10.26 Hanover, October 26th, 2011. Continental is expanding the range of types in its second generation of regional tires. The new HSR2 XL front axle tire is also set up for the coming Euro 6 truck generations thanks to an axle-load rating of up to 10 tons. The successful HTR2 trailer tire also lines up in a 55 cross-section for use on volume-optimized trailers.  

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One of the undisputed bestsellers in Continental’s truck range has now literally been reinforced. The HSR2 front-axle tire in 385/65 R 22.5, 315/70 R 22.5 and 315/80 R 22.5 format from the particularly economic and durable regional series 2 is joined by a newly developed XL version. The maximum load rating per axle is 10 tons for the 385/65 R 22.5 and up to 8 tons per axle for the other two XL versions. The new XL tire is the answer to the introduction of modern Euro 6 engines with heavier exhaust gas treatment systems.

The HSR2 XL, which is manufactured using a special process with endless casing windings, is particularly suited to top-heavy vehicle combinations. The new XL version features an impressive stiffer structure, further improved rolling resistance and a considerably longer life.

The new HTR2 in 385/55 R 22.5 size is a completely new development for use on volume-optimized trailers and semi-trailers. A 35-millimeter gain in design height is possible thanks to a new 55 cross-section for the special HTR2 trailer tire. This extra cargo area height is a real competitive advantage for container transport in parts logistics and numerous other uses in volume transport.

In the design of the new tire type, particular attention was paid to transferring the product advantages of the HTR family to the new low cross-section tires.

The new HSR2 XL regional front tire is available in the sizes 385/65 R 22.5 (axle load up to 10 tons), 315/70 R 22.5 and 315/80 R 22.5 axle load for both dimensions up to 8 tons). The HTR2 trailer tire for volume usage is being launched in 385/55 R 22.5 size. Picture text: The newly conceived HTR2 385/55 R 22.5 trailer tire has 35mm less height for volume trailers without losing out on the excellent product qualities.