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How can an operator minimize tire wear and damage when turning a wheel loader?
Tire scrubbing (friction) during turns, especially tight ones or with a load, causes significant wear. Wide, gradual turns reduce this scrubbing and extend tire
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Question: How can an operator minimize tire wear and damage when turning a wheel loader?
Answer options:
- Perform tight turns at high speed. ✅ Execute wide, gradual turns to minimize scrubbing, especially with a load.
- Keep the bucket fully curled to lift the front tires off the ground slightly.
- Momentarily engage the differential lock during turns.
Correct answer: Execute wide, gradual turns to minimize scrubbing, especially with a load.
Explanation: Tire scrubbing (friction) during turns, especially tight ones or with a load, causes significant wear. Wide, gradual turns reduce this scrubbing and extend tire life and improve stability.
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