Howmet Wheel Systems Expands European Family of Ultra One® Wheels

Howmet Wheel Systems Expands European Family of Ultra One® Wheels

Howmet Wheel Systems announces the European roll out of the newest member of its Ultra ONE® wheel family with its strongest 19.5 x 7.50 size medium-duty truck, bus and trailer wheel with a payload of 3,150 kg and 1.9 kg weight reduction compared to the predecessor.

The latest addition to the European portfolio of Alcoa®1 Ultra ONE® wheels is made possible with the breakthrough, proprietary MagnaForce® alloy technology. With added strength when compared to the industry standard, MagnaForce® alloy enables an even stronger wheel, making Ultra ONE® wheels the strongest Alcoa® wheels.

“With the latest enrichment of the Alcoa® Ultra ONE® wheel family, the 19.5 x 7.50 with an increased payload and at the same time reduced product weight, Howmet Wheel Systems provides immediate benefits supporting fleets to reach the ambitious European emission reduction mobility targets.” said István Katus, Vice President EMEA of Howmet Wheel Systems

The NEW 19.5 x 7.50 Alcoa® Ultra ONE® wheel for size medium-duty trucks, buses and trailers offers immediate and significant benefits, such as:

– Increased payload of 3,150 kg
– Reduced weight of only 16 kg (30mm and 32mm bolt hole) and 16.2 kg (24mm bolt hole)
– Compatibility with adhesive and clip on balancing weights
– Compatibility with leading TPMS valve mounting systems
– Availability with extra rim flange protection as Dura-Flange® wheels
– Availability in all Alcoa® wheels finishes: Brushed, LvL ONE® and Dura-Bright®
The new 19.5 x 7.50 Alcoa® Ultra ONE® wheel is available through the official distributor network for Alcoa® wheels or via vehicle manufacturer. The distributor for Alcoa® wheels can be found through the search application on the website www.alcoawheelseurope.com
Alcoa® Ultra ONE® wheels are the perfect choice for commercial vehicles. Switching from steel to Alcoa® wheels can contribute to:

– weight saving of up to 51% in wheel weight
– increase payload
– reduce operating costs
– boost profitability
– extend brake and tyre life by better heat dissipation
– reduce fuel consumption

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