Are you looking for a set of suitable commercial tires to fit on the steer axle position of a semi-truck, whether for regional or urban applications? If yes, then consider the Thunderer UA411, a tire made by the reputable American Omni Trading Company. It features an advanced tread compound for low rolling resistance that leads to high fuel economy, making it economical over long distances. There are also generous sipes to provide adequate traction and prevent irregular wear, allowing us to award it with an average SimpleScore of 8.0. More information about this tire is discussed in this Thunderer UA411 review.

Features and Benefits

Thunderer UA411, being a regional all-position tire, is suitable for fitting into spread axle applications. It is available in two different sizes and customers can select the size as per their application’s fitment. Generous sipes play a two-fold role here — minimize wear and provide traction. Here are the features and benefits that result in a high Thunderer UA411 rating:

• Easy sliding and dragging: Thunderer UA411 features solid, rounded shoulders for sliding and dragging in spread axle applications.
• Great traction: A generous sipe pattern and a deep tread are instrumental in providing great traction, leading to an average traction SimpleScore of 8.0.
• Long tread life: While the sipes prevent irregular wear, the deep tread provides high strength for a long tread life. As per the above, this tire deserves an average longevity SimpleScore of 8.0.
• High fuel economy: A Smartway-verified advanced tread compound provides low rolling resistance to ensure a high fuel economy.
• High load-carrying capacity: This tire features a ply rating of 14 and 16, enabling it to carry heavy loads.

Pros and Cons

Every business owner desires commercial tires that can withstand heavy loads and are also comfortable over long distances. An all-position steer tire can do wonders for semi trucks in rural and urban areas. What’s more, a Smartway-verified advanced tread compound ensures low rolling resistance for a high fuel economy. Here are some of the pros and cons of the Thunderer UA411:

PROS:

• Ability to carry heavy loads
• Great fuel economy
• Long tread life
• Good traction
• Can slide and drag easily
• Even tread wear
• Smooth and comfortable

CONS:

• No limited manufacturer warranty
• Unsuitable for heavy off-road use

SimpleTire’s view on Thunderer UA411 tires

Throughout its performance, the Thunderer UA411 can lower rolling resistance, which also lowers the commercial vehicle’s fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Consequently, the tire promised an eco-friendly and fuel-efficient driving experience. The four wide circumferential grooves remove water from the tire’s footprint to prevent hydroplaning and generate a solid wet grip. A closed continuous shoulder rib on the outer and inner sides of the tire allows it to distribute even pressure on the tread’s surface. During the Thunderer UA411 tire review, we found the steering responses to be pretty good. A high ply rating of 14 or 16 allows it to carry heavy loads without the tires losing shape and the sipe pattern ensures even wear.

Vehicles the Thunderer UA411 is a replacement tire for

This tire can be used in various applications and its deep tread depth ensures solid performance when the tire is used on high-scrub applications. Semi-trucks with these tires installed can be used in both urban and regional areas. Some of the trucks on which the Thunderer UA411 can fit include:

• Ford
• Freightliner
• International
• Kenworth
• Mack
• Man
• Navistar International
• Paccar
• Peterbilt
• Western Star
• Volvo