Michelin XDR Wide Body Truck: Michelin launches its first tire dedicated to wide body truck segment

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

• An innovative response to the new challenges facing mining and quarry operations

• Safety of people and assets as the top priority

• A premium offer designed to improve total cost of ownership

Michelin launches a new premium offer to support the development of mining fleets: Michelin XDR Wide Body Truck. Its first tire specifically developed for the new generation of wide body trucks, a rapidly growing category of vehicles used in mining and quarry operations.

Highly versatile, they offer an attractive balance between payload capacity, safety and acquisition cost, which explains their growing adoption in mining operations around the world.

Combining intensive field analysis and agility, Michelin developed and launched this tire in less than 2 years. Demonstrating its commitment to meeting mining customers� needs for safety and productivity.

An innovative response to the new challenges facing mining and quarry operations

Leveraging Michelin�s expertise and capacity for innovation in both mining applications and electric vehicles, Michelin XDR Wide Body Truck brings the brand�s renowned standards of safety and performance to a segment that has historically been dominated by Tier 3 products.

Designed to meet growing demands for safety, productivity and operating cost control, Michelin XDR Wide Body Truck supports the evolution of mining fleets towards more efficient and increasingly electrified haulage solutions.

Wide body trucks are playing an increasingly important role in mining operations. With the MICHELIN XDR Wide Body Truck, we are applying our expertise in mining applications to this new generation of vehicles, with a clear aim: to help our customers combine safety, productivity and the development of their fleets. - Kevin Maleterre, Director of Michelin Beyond Road Markets for Michelin

Safety of people and assets as the top priority

In mining operations, the safety of people and equipment is an absolute priority. In these particularly demanding environments, a tire failure can have significant consequences for safety and the continuity of operations. To address this critical challenge, Michelin XDR Wide Body Truck features an innovative casing fully reinforced with thick steel cords.

This design enables it to withstand high loads and speeds while delivering exceptional robustness and puncture resistance in the most demanding mining environments.

The new tire can carry 12 tons, or 26,786 lbs., per tire while operating at a recommended pressure of 9 bar, or 130PSI. These recommendations are significantly lower than those typically observed in this market segment, helping to reduce the risk of tire blowout.

A premium offer designed to improve total cost of ownership

Engineered for the demanding conditions of mining and quarry operations, Michelin XDR Wide Body Truck can carry heavy loads at sustained speeds, helping operators maintain high levels of productivity. Designed for intensive duty cycles, it delivers strong traction, particularly on soft or muddy ground. Its robust tread compound provides outstanding resistance to damage, excellent grip and long service life, helping optimize total cost of ownership.

This design helps reduce unplanned downtime and maintenance costs, improve equipment availability and optimize material haulage volumes.

Availability: Michelin XDR Wide Body Truck tire will be launched worldwide in its first size, 16.00 R25, on November 1, 2026, with additional sizes planned to progressively expand Michelin�s offer for this market segment.

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About Michelin:

Michelin is building a world-leading manufacturer of life-changing composites and experiences. Pioneering engineered materials for more than 130 years, Michelin is uniquely positioned to make decisive contributions to human progress and to a more sustainable world. Drawing on its deep know-how in polymer composites, Michelin is constantly innovating to manufacture high-quality tires and components for critical applications in demanding fields as varied as mobility, construction, aeronautics, low-carbon energies, and healthcare. The care placed in its products and deep customer knowledge inspire Michelin to offer the finest experiences. This spans from providing data- and AI-based connected solutions for professional fleets to recommending outstanding restaurants and hotels curated by the MICHELIN Guide. Headquartered in Clermont-Ferrand, France, Michelin is present in 175 countries and employs 122,600 people.

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