Utility quad tyres are designed for professional, rural or agricultural use. They are made to perform on varied ground such as dirt tracks, gravel, wet grass, loose surfaces or even gentle slopes.
Intended for carrying equipment or towing trailers, they do not seek sporting performance but instead favour strength, grip and wear resistance. Such off-road tasks place heavy mechanical stresses on the tyre.
Utility/trail quad tyres therefore need reinforcement to carry weight, absorb impacts and ensure good traction. If ill-suited, they will wear quickly, slip easily, reduce stability on slopes and compromise rider safety.
The tread on utility/trail quad tyres features deep, widely spaced lugs, often arranged in a V-pattern. This provides excellent bite on loose ground (soil, gravel, mud) and efficient self-cleaning of debris and sludge.
The casing is also reinforced with 4 to 6 plies to better resist impacts, punctures and deformation under load.
The compound itself is harder than that of a conventional all-terrain tyre, which limits wear. The sidewalls are likewise stiffer to cope with the stresses of rough ground.
Top sizes
What pressure for utility tyres?
The ideal pressure for a utility/trail quad tyre depends on the type of ground, vehicle weight and the load being carried.
In general, a pressure between 0.2 and 0.5 bar is recommended. An under-inflated tyre will offer more comfort and grip on soft ground but will wear out faster. Conversely, an over-inflated tyre will be more stable on hard surfaces but less effective on greasy or uneven ground.
Our best tyres
Sun f A004
13 reviews
An excellent all-terrain tire, the Sun f A004 combines efficiency for hiking and lightness for competition on courses. Ideal for replacement on UTV, quad, lawn mower or even golf cart, its V-shaped directional...
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Sun f A004
13 reviews
An excellent all-terrain tire, the Sun f A004 combines efficiency for hiking and lightness for competition on courses. Ideal for replacement on UTV, quad, lawn mower or even golf cart, its V-shaped directional...
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Carlisle Knobby
14 reviews
The Knobby tire from Carlisle offers a unique design available in full or hollow tread pattern. The Knobby tire provides maximum performance on a variety of terrains and is ideal for ATVs and golf carts.
Carlisle Knobby
14 reviews
The Knobby tire from Carlisle offers a unique design available in full or hollow tread pattern. The Knobby tire provides maximum performance on a variety of terrains and is ideal for ATVs and golf carts.
Sun f A033
73 reviews
The A033 from Sun f is an all-terrain utility tire with a very good quality/price ratio.
Sun f A033
73 reviews
The A033 from Sun f is an all-terrain utility tire with a very good quality/price ratio.
Journey Tyre P323
2 reviews
Featuring a profile specially designed to control sliding and a non-directional tread pattern, the Journey Tyre P323 ensures predictable acceleration.
Journey Tyre P323
2 reviews
Featuring a profile specially designed to control sliding and a non-directional tread pattern, the Journey Tyre P323 ensures predictable acceleration.
Journey Tyre P361
5 reviews
Journey Tyre, known for its innovation in tyre design, presents the P361 model, a blend of technology and performance for the summer season. Designed to meet the demands of sunny roads, the P361 promises...
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Journey Tyre P361
5 reviews
Journey Tyre, known for its innovation in tyre design, presents the P361 model, a blend of technology and performance for the summer season. Designed to meet the demands of sunny roads, the P361 promises...
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Carlisle HD Field Trax
11 reviews
The Carlisle HD Field Trax is ideal for small tractors dedicated to green spaces and for agricultural machinery. Suitable among others for drive axles.
Carlisle HD Field Trax
11 reviews
The Carlisle HD Field Trax is ideal for small tractors dedicated to green spaces and for agricultural machinery. Suitable among others for drive axles.
Sun f A003
9 reviews
The Sun f A003 is a tire for quads and buggys. Made with 6 thick plies of nylon. Standard rubber to reduce costs. Tread design OEM inspired by Maxxis BigHorn. Applications on ATV and UTV Side by side....
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Sun f A003
9 reviews
The Sun f A003 is a tire for quads and buggys. Made with 6 thick plies of nylon. Standard rubber to reduce costs. Tread design OEM inspired by Maxxis BigHorn. Applications on ATV and UTV Side by side....
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Sun f A032
13 reviews
For traversing tracks and off-road paths at the helm of your all-terrain quad, the Sun f A032 guarantees secure and manageable handling. Robust, with 6 layers of thick rubber, it is ultra-resistant to...
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Sun f A032
13 reviews
For traversing tracks and off-road paths at the helm of your all-terrain quad, the Sun f A032 guarantees secure and manageable handling. Robust, with 6 layers of thick rubber, it is ultra-resistant to...
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Journey Tyre P336
4 reviews
The Journey Tyre P336 model stands out with its wide footprint and flotation design, ensuring minimal ground pressure and optimal weight distribution for your ATV/UTV.
Features and Benefits:
6-ply...
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Journey Tyre P336
4 reviews
The Journey Tyre P336 model stands out with its wide footprint and flotation design, ensuring minimal ground pressure and optimal weight distribution for your ATV/UTV.
Features and Benefits:
6-ply...
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What is the difference between an agricultural quad and a regular quad?
An agricultural (or utility) quad differs from a so-called "leisure" quad in that it:
- T3b or Tractor approval: agricultural registration plate, max speed 60 km/h.
- Higher power and torque, short gearbox and reinforced transmission for towing, ploughing, spreading.
- Greater payload: luggage rack, 500–800 kg hitch, reinforced chassis, wide low-pressure tyres.
- Professional equipment: 12 V/3-point socket, winch, locking differential, hand guards, hour meter.
The regular quad is aimed at leisure: L7e approval, speed over 90 km/h, light weight, sport suspension, road or all-terrain tyres but limited towing capacity. Choose an agricultural quad for intensive rural work and a leisure quad for rides, trails or off-road sport.
Can you ride an agricultural quad on the road?
Yes, a T3b-approved agricultural quad (or T1/T3 depending on the logbook) may be used on the road provided it is:
- Registered and insured as an agricultural tractor.
- Fitted with "E" approval (yellow plate) and factory speed limiter set to 60 km/h max.
- Compliant with the Highway Code
- Driven with a category B or tractor (B79) licence
