The conventional snow chains are a set of metal chains weaved to fit the tyre. Fitting to the tyre is very important. Poorly fitted – or poorly mounted – snow chains may come loose and damage the vehicle.
Conventional snow chains
The conventional snow chains are a set of metal chains weaved to fit the tyre. Fitting to the tyre is very important. Poorly fitted – or poorly mounted – snow chains may come loose and damage the vehicle.
Pros
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- Simple and well-tried design
- Durable
- Work in virtually all snow and ice conditions
- Fit all vehicles
- Available in most regions
- Works forward, in reverse and together with ABS breaking
- Reduces breaking distance
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Cons
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- Heavy and time-consuming manual mounting and dismounting
- Limited speed
- Driver must leave the cab to mount
- Driver must leave the cab to dismount
- May cause damage on vehicle if not mounted properly
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Conventional snow chains can be fitted to:
Light Commercial Trucks
Heavy Commercial Trucks
Ambulance
Fire and Rescue
School Buses & Coaches
Yard Tractor
Snow and Ice Removal
Utility Trucks
Compare with other systems
| Type of vehicle | Onspot | Conventional snow chains | Sand spreader | Textile tyre socks | 4x4 |
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| Utility Trucks | |
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Maintenance
Conventional snow chains are maintenance free. However, they must be stored in the truck.