What is the difference between tubeless tires and tube-type tires?
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The differences between tubeless tires and tube-type tires are analyzed as follows: 1. Unique marking: Tubeless tires are marked with the word TUBELESS on the tire surface, which means it is a tubeless tire. If it is a tubeless tire, this mark will definitely be present; if not, it is a tube-type tire. 2. Connection between the valve and the wheel hub: The connection between the valve and the wheel hub of a tubeless tire is sealed with rubber, while tube-type tires usually have a metal valve directly connected to the rim. Below are related introductions: 1. Introduction one: Tubeless tires, also known as pneumatic tires, are inflatable tires without an inner tube. They have high elasticity and wear resistance, along with good adhesion and heat dissipation performance. 2. Introduction two: Tube-type tires eliminate compressed air, which is an important component of pneumatic tires, and instead adopt an integrated design of the tire and the rim.
Tubeless tires are designed without an inner tube, relying entirely on the seal between the tire and the wheel rim to contain the air. The advantage is that if a nail punctures the tire, it won't deflate instantly; the air leaks slowly, giving you enough time to pull over safely. Like the last time my tire was punctured by a screw, I could still drive three kilometers to get it repaired. Fixing it is also simple—just plug it with a mushroom plug. In contrast, traditional tires with inner tubes can burst along with the outer tire when punctured, leaving you stranded on the road. However, tubeless tires have higher requirements for the wheel rim edges; old-style steel rims may leak if deformed. Trucks and agricultural machinery still rely more on tires with inner tubes because, under heavy loads, the tire compression is severe, and inner tubes provide better durability. Also, pay attention to spare tires—temporary spares for tubeless tire vehicles are usually tubeless as well.
