BKT treading new path With tracks for tractors

Indian tyre manufacturer BKT has entered a new market era by launching its first set of rubber tracks for tractors in the agricultural industry.

Using the SIMA Show in Paris as its launchpad, BKT unveiled the Agriforce BK T71 rubber tracks which it claims are “unstoppable on any terrain” and particularly suited for high-power tractors working in soil tillage and row crop applications.

The overall advantage of rubber tracks enhances productivity and performance, since trackdriven tractors can run at higher speeds in the fields at the same power and show increased fuel efficiency.

BKT said it is aware that under some circumstances, depending on usage and goals, tracks can be much more functional compared to tyres.

Some distinctive features of this new Agriforce BK T71 rubber track include the tread, which is made of a highperformance compound highly resistant against cuts, tear and wear.

The optimised tread pattern provides excellent traction and ride comfort, while the drive lugs of the positive drive system have an optimised shape to ensure extra flexibility.

In addition, the track carcass has been reinforced with four layers of hightensile steel cords.

The Agriforce BK T71 is launched on the market in size 18 x 6 x 44 inches. Four more sizes are already under development.

Like all BKT products, this new range was developed from discussions with users, their feedback and needs, but it is also a result of BKT’S goals to reach new customers.

For this reason, the company has invested in setting up a new, specific track manufacturing plan on the Bhuj production site in India.

The Agriforce BK T71 is the first of a long series of tracks already scheduled in the company’s development plan.

It is working on the upcoming release of new rubber tracks not only for agriculture but also the construction sector.

NEW TERRITORY: BKT Agriforce tracks, far left, in action and next to one of the Indian company’s tyres in which it has specialised.