Bridgestone extends port offerings with new tire designed for straddle carriers

Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) introduced the V-Steel Port Container Straddle (VPCS) radial tire, specially designed for straddle containers used in ports terminals and intermodal yards. The new VPCS is engineered with enhanced load capacity, speed rating and durability for more efficient operations and extended service life.

“Ports face unique challenges and need equipment that remains productive in virtually any kind of condition, 24 hours a day and seven days a week,” said Rob Seibert, President, Off the Road, U.S. and Canada, Bridgestone Americas. “With the VPCS, our team of engineers set out to design a tire that meets these challenges head-on and keep our world’s supply chain moving forward.”

The Bridgestone VPCS radial tire is currently available in two sizes: 450/95R25 and 480/95R25. Key innovations in the design of the Bridgestone VPCS radial tire include: A new tread pattern and more durable casing structure for a 22% longer service life. A new high-strength casing design that delivers a 28% higher load index, outperforming segment competitors.