Nitto Dune Grappler

Desert Terrain Light Truck Radial

Jun. 19, 2006 By Press Release
Nitto Tire North America, Inc. introduces the new Dune Grappler Desert Terrain
tire, an exciting addition to Nitto's popular Grappler series. The Dune Grappler
satisfies the enthusiast who wants an aggressive tread for off road capabilities,
while providing a more comfortable and quieter ride on the road. By utilizing advanced computer simulation technology, the Dune Grappler's tread block arrangement reduces high levels of noise commonly associated with aggressive tires, while still providing a traction-oriented tread for off road use.

The new Dune Grappler Desert Terrain tire will be offered in higher load range ratings of ‘D’ and ‘E' in certain sizes. These higher load ratings make the Nitto Dune Grappler Desert Terrain capable for use with heavyweight trucks, such as Ford Super Duty and GM Heavy Duty, as well as other large and mid-sized trucks on the road today. "LT" sizes will be available with a 3-ply sidewall construction for increased puncture resistance.

Nitto Dune Grappler All Terrain tires will also feature Nitto's "Bead Block" technology, a rim protector feature designed to offer increased protection to your valuable wheels. The Dune Grappler will be available from 15- to 22-inch wheel sizes, with additional sizes becoming available later this year.

Nitto Dune Grappler Desert Terrain tires will be available in the following sizes:
Tire Size
Tread Depth (1/32”)
Inflated Dimensions Approved Rim (Measuring Rim) Width (in.) Max Max
Load @ Press (lbs) (psi)
Overall Dia. (in) Overall Width (in.)

31X10.50R15LT C 109S

TBA

TBA

TBA

7.0- (8.5)-9.0

2250 @ 50

4th Quarter 2006

33X12.50R15LTC 108S

TBA

TBA

TBA

8.0- (10.0)-11.0

2225 @ 35

4th Quarter 2006

LT285/75R16 E 126R

TBA

TBA

TBA

7.5- (8.0)-9.0

3750 @ 80

4th Quarter 2006

LT305/70R16 E 124R

TBA

TBA

TBA

8.0- (9.0)-9.5

3525 @ 65

4th Quarter 2006

LT315/75R16 E 127T

TBA

TBA

TBA

8.0- (8.5)-10.0

3860 @ 65

4th Quarter 2006

LT285/70R17 E 126R

TBA

TBA

TBA

7.5- (8.5)-9.0

3750 @ 80

4th Quarter 2006

LT315/70R17 D 121T

14.0

TBA

TBA

8.5- (9.5)-10.0

3195 @ 50

4th Quarter 2006

* 285/60R18 120T

TBA

TBA

11.65

8.0- (8.5)-10.0

3086 @ 50

4th Quarter 2006

LT285/65R18 E 125R

14.0

31.30

TBA

8.0- (8.5)-10.0

3640 @ 80

4th Quarter 2006

* 265/50R20 111T

14.0

TBA

11.02

7.5- (8.5)-9.5

2403 @ 50

June 1, 2006

* 285/50R20 116T

16.0

30.47

11.61

8.0- (9.0)-10.0

2756 @ 50

June 1, 2006

LT285/55R20 E 122R

14.0

31.30

11.77

8.0- (9.0)-10.0

3305 @ 80

June 1, 2006

* 285/45R22 114T

14.0

32.36

11.30

9.0- (9.5)-10.5

2601 @ 50

June 1, 2006

* 305/40R22 114T

14.0

31.73

12.36

10.0- (11.0)-12.0

2601 @ 50

June 1, 2006

* 305/45R22 118T

14.0

32.72

12.05

9.5- (10.0)-11.5

2910 @ 50

3rd Quarter 2006

* Indicates reinforced


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