Formally known as Michelin X Tweel Turf Airless Radial Tires, Tweels are designed to eliminate flats
and reduce downtime. Unlike pneumatic tires, Tweels require no air and can conform to all types of
terrain, making for a much smoother ride. They also have a wear life up to 3x longer than pneumatic
tires. Tweels are made exclusively to fit John Deere
Z700 series and
Z900 series ZTrak zero-turns and
QuikTrak stand-on mowers.
Tweel design
The outer section of the Tweel is a strong, flexible beam called a shear beam. The beam connects to
the inner hub through high-strength, poly-resin spokes that help to carry the load, absorb impacts,
and reduce bounce. The hub is made up of heavy gauge steel with a 4 bolt hub pattern. The
multi-directional tread pattern provides grip and stability on hillsides while preventing turf
damage.
Construction of Michelin X Tweel Turf Airless Radial Tires
The Tweel’s design provides a consistent mowing height and enhanced operator comfort, even when
driving over bumps and curbs. The high-performance compounds that make up the Tweel provide a long
wear life that is 2-3x longer than a pneumatic tire.
