PTR rubber has two key aspects to it, first is the chemical composition of rubber compound and second is the design pattern. The chemical composition of a mine tread rubber is very different from that of hills, similarly the design pattern for short-haul might vary from the tread design pattern for a long-haul application.

It is of paramount importance to understand the vehicle application before choosing the right tread, the right choice takes into consideration the type of vehicle, tyre axle, tyre type and road application.