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Tire Weighting

Calcium chloride solutions are used in tractor and other off-road tires to provide ballast, improve traction, and reduce wear and tear on tires and machinery. These solutions can add about 30% to the weight of water and lower the freeze point.

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tractor in field - tire weighting - OxyChem calcium chloride

Where To Use

Calcium chloride solutions are used in tractor and other off-road tires, as calcium chloride can add about 30% to the weight of water and lower the solution’s freeze point to well below 32°F (0°C). Calcium chloride solutions provide ballast, improve traction, and reduce wear and tear on tires and machinery. They can also create a smoother ride by lowering the center of gravity for less slippage on turns and reduce the impacts of bumps and cuts by slowing the diffusion of air within the tire. 

When choosing a solid calcium chloride product for tire weighting, use our calculator tool to determine the amount to mix with water to achieve solutions of various concentrations.

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