Reliable and practical UAZ cars are popular in our country. The model range is quite wide. The cars themselves are very unpretentious and have great opportunities in terms of patency and traffic on off-road sections. Additionally, SUV models are equipped with components that are designed to improve the already high driving performance. One of them is off-road tires on UAZ. However, it is necessary to competently approach the choice.
To understand this issue, you need to consider many different points. It is also important to pay attention to the features of certain tires. And, of course, to know what all-season tires are.
What tires are suitable for UAZ?
For example, for UAZ 33 models and many other similar cars, powerful, hardy tires are suitable. They will be able to cope with the tremendous loads that an SUV provides. Today in automobile stores there are many different options. And if you need to pick up something necessary, sometimes you can even get confused. For UAZ, road tires are also suitable. It is universal and quite durable. It can be used on the highway, and on bad roads. Off-road, there will simply be no particular sense in it - mud models will be required here.
The main parameters of mud tires
Any owner of an SUV must know that rubber designed for dirt can significantly affect factors such as handling, speed, and cross-country ability. The same goes for performance. When choosing mud tires in an UAZ, it is important to consider the required tire size, tread pattern, load capacity, speed index. When choosing such tires, it is important to immediately know what roads you have to drive.
If the car will be used in sand and marshy areas, then softer options should be chosen. If the road is strewn with stones, then something tougher will do. An important parameter is the tread. High-quality and reliable, softened tire has a pattern in the shape of a Christmas tree. The harder ones, designed for dirt, will be indicated by an ornament consisting of large blocks. Real mud tires must be labeled MUD.
Classification
First of all, you need to know exactly what, in general, are tires. You should also consider the criteria by which you can focus on any of the options. In general, all tires vary in treadmill pattern, type of road surface, season.
So, there are tires aimed at UAZ, asymmetric type and non-directional. By the type of roadway, there are road, road, universal and high-strength products. According to the season - winter, for summer and all-season. There are also other parameters by which tires can be classified. One of the most important indicators is coverage. Rubber can be road or highway. These tires are distinguished by good cross on asphalt. Also on hard surface products have excellent grip. These tires are labeled as HT.
Still rubber differs in noise level and moisture removal. However, for winter, these tires will not work. The product does not have the necessary characteristics to be able to move on a car in snow or ice. Universal models, or those that are suitable for most roads, are marked AT. It is important to remember that these tires are not intended for use throughout the year. Feature - large tread pattern.
Mud models are designated M / T. They are designed for driving in poor or even extreme conditions. Such models were installed on a military UAZ and cars designed for hunting or fishing. The features by which they can be distinguished are a sufficiently deep tread, a large distance between the spikes, as well as lugs. The latter facilitates patency in conditions of deep mud. When driving, these tires create a lot of noise. You can also add sports tire modifications to this classification.
This rubber is most suitable for those who practically do not drive the countryside. I took a similar type of product a little bit from road modifications, and from universal versions. It must be remembered that they are also not intended for winter operation.
Mud tires on the "Loaf"
This machine is an excellent choice for hunters, fishermen and all those who just like to overcome the terrain. There is enough space in the back - it’s easy to go to the thicket. Unsuitable tires are installed regularly on the Loaf - this is an all-weather Kama-219. It is impossible to drive anywhere normally. Established tires have 29.3 inches. For such a car, it is very small. But installing larger models will require rework. It is clear that not everyone can do this. For starters, it's worth seeing what the UAZ-452 has in the standard size .
Cordiant offroad
This is a universal tire, which at one time became a revolutionary product. The model managed to conquer the segment of affordable tires, and its competitors are completely absent. These products fully justify their price. This off-road tires is an excellent choice if you need to go fishing on rough terrain at an initial difficulty level. The model is completely mud, so it is better not to use it for winter. As for the movement through the mud, everything is perfect here.
But on a serious off-road with these tires will be already uncomfortable. This is the choice of those who do not want to engage in car modifications.
Contyre Expedition and Cooper Discoverer STT
Contyre Expedition on the tread pattern - a copy of the model from Cordiant. Tires are standard fit on the "Loaf". The product performs better than Cordiant. In addition, their rubber is light and soft. The size is slightly smaller than that stated by the manufacturer. If you have a choice - Cordiant or Contyre, then the latter option is definitely better.
As for the Cooper Discoverer STT, this is a chic American-made off-road rubber. Its price is quite high. Therefore, do not install it in a standard size. It is recommended to use a tire 265/75 / R15. For installation, you just need to trim the wheel arches. This is the perfect choice for 469 models.
I-245 from Omskshina and Forward Safari 500
The first model is a classic. Although the tread pattern can not be said at all. But UAZ owners know that an all-terrain vehicle can be made from these tires. It is enough to trim the tire. Size is standard, but they are purchased specifically for cutting. At the same time, Forward Safari 500 is a real extreme version from a domestic manufacturer.
The price is very affordable. Size - the only and standard for the UAZ-452. Among the advantages - excellent cross on mud. Among the minuses is a solid and very heavy tire. A budget option.
Tire UAZ "Bear": for moderate off-road
This rubber YaShZ-569 is very popular. The product is suitable for use in moderate off-road conditions. Of course, if riding off-road is not the main task. The Bear is suitable for the UAZ Patriot, Niva, and UAZ 33. However, they are not recommended to use them for the UAZ-469 car, as well as for the Hunter and Patriot. In this case, the tire is smaller than necessary. You do not have to expect much efficiency from them. But if you buy a suitable disk, then it is quite possible to install it on the "Loaf".
These tires can provide a fairly high level of comfort on asphalt, but are not suitable for daily use. Rubber has an off-road tread pattern. The first places in rally-raids were won on such tires. You can also often see a military UAZ shod in this rubber. Owners claim this is a good choice. So, the tread is quite serious, the tire is normally cleaned of dirt. But minus - it is low, about 30 inches. Tire width - 235. A car on the road with the Bear is more stable than with regular tires.
Tires I-471
This model, like the Bear, is produced at the Yaroslavl tire factory. The tire is tubeless and has serious advantages. The car with her moves very gently. If there are joints on the asphalt, these tires on the UAZ simply swallow them. Also, the model has excellent directional stability. The tread pattern allows you to overcome even difficult areas. Many people like that with these tires the car takes on a unique, combat look. It would seem that wider tires should give way to narrow ones. However, in this case this is not at all the case.
The tire is mounted on regular disks, can be mounted on the camera. If the first option is used, then rubber should be set only with the camera. On forged, you can use without it. In the summer, this is a reliable option, but in winter, all its effectiveness is reduced to zero. Also, those who managed to use the model, argue that the tires are difficult to balance. Despite the fact that most of them install these tires on UAZ with regular disks and then drive without any problems, this is not entirely correct. This nuance is very important. The width of the disc must be greater than the width of the rubber. So, for this tire, it is at least 7 inches. In a word, the model is reliable in many ways. But if there is a tractor track ahead, and before that there has been a downpour, then it is better not to risk it. It is argued that in the mud this option is poorly managed.
Winter tires on UAZ
UAZ drive a lot and often. Most change to them from the Niva. And after all, there is something to love these models for - high ground clearance, excellent cross-country ability and many other pluses. Russian people think about buying winter tires when it is frosty outside. There is no special time to choose. Therefore, people go to stores and buy what is on the counter. This approach is fundamentally wrong. In stores, very often they offer only what urgently needs to be sold. Often, owners of Loafs prefer products from a domestic manufacturer.
Many acquire I-192. It has a serious appearance, and the tread pattern is quite aggressive. As for winter operation, such a tire slides and is very dangerous. It is not suitable for the cold season. But winter tires on the "Patriot" is available in a wide range. And since the nominal size of the Loaf wheels is 225/75 / R16, it is quite possible to use these models not only on it, but also on other cars.
Nokian Nordman 5 SUV and Hankook i Pike RW11
The Nokian Nordman 5 SUV is an improved version of the past model, which received a lot of good reviews.
Last year, the tire managed to show that it was not in vain that it was made. But you must remember that this is a budget solution. Suitable for winter in both studded and studless versions.
The same cannot be said for the Hankook i Pike RW11. There are no spikes here. This is the so-called Velcro. Rubber released by a Korean manufacturer. The product is quite high quality and is offered at affordable prices. A tire can be purchased at a price of 3 to 10 thousand rubles per unit. She has many positive reviews. The model shows itself perfectly in winter - even in deep snow, on a rolled surface or on asphalt. This tire is optimal for cities, but also on the roads it will not fail.
Conclusion
Here is such a choice of rubber for UAZ cars today. In general, there is something to ponder. There are budget solutions for the city, there are options for extreme sports. There is even a good selection of winter tires. Thus, your SUV will be in full combat readiness all year round. You should only choose the right tires and change your transport on time.