Roadmaster RM257

The Roadmaster RM257 is a premium open-shoulder drive tire specifically engineered for the demanding environment of pickup and delivery applications. For fleets in Atlanta and Marietta, Georgia, that operate in various and often challenging weather conditions, the RM257 is the ultimate solution. As a Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake certified tire, it guarantees reliable performance in severe snow, making it a true all-weather workhorse for drive axles.

Tread Design and Longevity

The RM257 is designed to provide long, even wear while delivering exceptional traction throughout its life.

Key features of the tread design include:

1. Tightly Packed Center Tread Blocks: This design feature promotes stability and ensures even wear, leading to long miles to removal and a lower cost per mile.
2. Open Shoulder Design: Aggressive, open shoulders provide powerful traction and effectively evacuate water, slush, and snow from the tread for a confident grip in all conditions.
3. 3D Siping: Corrugations on the sipes lock the tread blocks together, which maintains block stability for improved handling while providing the biting edges needed for traction.
4. High Tensile Strength Belt Construction: A robust belt package provides a durable foundation, enhancing casing life and ensuring excellent retreadability.

Performance and Speed

The Roadmaster RM257 in size 255/70R22.5 features a heavy-duty Load Range H (16-Ply) construction to handle the heavy loads typical of P&D vehicles. It has an M speed rating for speeds up to 81 mph. Its standout performance feature is its all-weather capability, backed by both an M+S rating and the stringent 3PMSF certification for severe snow service.

Available Sizes

This product description is for the following low-profile drive tire size:

• 255/70R22.5 (16-Ply / H): A common size for medium-duty regional and P&D trucks requiring excellent traction and load-carrying capacity.

Safety and Reliability

The RM257 is built with multiple features to ensure safety and durability in the tough urban environment.

Key safety features include:

1. 3PMSF Certification: This symbol guarantees that the tire meets the industry’s highest standards for traction in severe snow conditions, providing a critical safety advantage in winter.
2. Stone Protectors: Ledges built into the tread grooves help to eject stones and resist drilling, protecting the casing from damage.
3. Curb Bar: A reinforced curb bar on the sidewall provides an extra layer of protection against scuffing and damage from curbs.
4. Stable Handling: The 3D siping and solid center elements work together to provide stable, predictable handling in a variety of conditions.

Fleet and Operator Benefits

The Roadmaster RM257 offers significant operational advantages for P&D fleets.

Key benefits include:

1. True All-Weather Confidence: The 3PMSF rating eliminates the need for seasonal tire changes in many regions, simplifying operations and reducing downtime.
2. Exceptional Traction: The open-shoulder design provides the grip needed to navigate loading docks, alleys, and city streets in any weather.
3. Enhanced Durability: With features like the curb bar and stone ejectors, the tire is built to withstand the punishment of urban routes.
4. Long Service Life: The combination of a durable compound and an even-wearing tread design ensures a long life and an excellent return on investment.

Ideal Applications

The Roadmaster RM257 is the perfect choice for:

1. Drive Axle Positions ONLY.
2. Pickup & Delivery fleets.
3. Regional Trucks that encounter a wide variety of weather conditions.
4. Any application requiring a drive tire with severe snow service certification.

Why Choose Roadmaster RM257?

Choosing the Roadmaster RM257 provides:

1. The year-round safety and confidence of a 3PMSF-certified tire.
2. A durable design specifically tailored for the rigors of P&D applications.
3. Long, even tread wear for a low total cost of ownership.
4. The proven quality and reliability of the Roadmaster brand.