Agricultural Tyres – Maximum Grip for Mud and Fields

If your tractor regularly finds itself in a field after heavy rain, pulling implements through soft soil, or climbing out of gateways churned up by livestock — Agricultural tyres are likely your best friend.

These are the classic deep-lug tyres you’d expect to see on traditional farm tractors. And for good reason: when it comes to sheer traction in mud, tilled earth or snow, nothing grips like an agricultural tyre.

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What Are Agricultural Tyres?

Agricultural tyres, sometimes called “ag lugs” or “ag tyres”, are the classic tractor tyre designed with deep, angled tread bars that dig into loose or soft ground. The voids between the lugs allow mud to clear as the tyre rotates, maintaining grip even in sticky conditions.

They’re purpose-built for traction-first jobs — and they don’t shy away from hard work.

Where Agricultural Tyres Excel

✔️ Soft or wet ground: Ag tyres bite into the soil, providing excellent traction where other tyres might spin or sink.

✔️ Heavy pulling: If you’re running ploughs, cultivators, or harrows, the extra grip ensures your tractor keeps moving under load.

✔️ Self-cleaning tread: The deep lugs naturally shed mud and debris, meaning you don’t lose grip when conditions are messy.

✔️ Reliable in snow and ice: Those aggressive lugs don’t just work in the field — they can help you get around when winter hits.

When to Think Twice

❌ Turf damage: If you’re driving across lawns, paddocks or fine turf, Ags can be a bit too enthusiastic — leaving visible tracks and ruts, especially in wet weather.

❌ Hard surface wear: On gravel, concrete or tarmac, the soft compound and deep tread can wear faster and give a bumpier ride.

❌ Soil compaction: Narrower agricultural tyres concentrate the tractor’s weight into smaller contact points, which can increase compaction in sensitive areas if not managed carefully.

Typical Jobs Suited to Agricultural Tyres

• Ploughing veg beds or pasture

• Harrowing or subsoiling

• Skidding logs in woodland

• Feeding out bales across muddy ground

• Clearing snow from unsealed tracks

If traction is your priority, and you’re not worried about keeping a tidy finish underfoot, agricultural tyres will keep you moving when others won’t.

Things to Know Before You Buy

• Tyre pressure matters: Running too hard or too soft can reduce grip and cause uneven wear. Adjust based on load and conditions.

• Don’t be afraid to rotate: Like all tyres, R1s benefit from rotating between front and rear (if the sizes match) to spread wear.

• They’re often the most budget-friendly option: Because they’re widely used, R1 tyres are usually easier to source and replace in the UK.

Coming next:We’ll cover Turf Tyres — designed to keep your grass looking good and your ride smooth.

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