Michelin tires XZL, XPC, XCL, XS 750-16 ?

[simmo]

Hi I was trying to find out about the Michelin LT tube type tyres 750-16, the Michelin website doesn't show them, but I'm sure they're still available in one form or another. ( I appreciate a catalog or link)

My original wheels had Michelin XS type, I found them a very tough and long lasting tyre.

I'm looking got to replace them with a LT type, probably Michelin, but would be happy to have a recommendation for a substitute.
My reading on the forums suggests that Dunlop super gripper, Bridgestone 693 AT, or "super diggers", Olympic overlander etc might be substitutes, ( fitted on Toyota land cruisers i think)
Maybe the Michelin are still supplied on new defenders 130 and someone wants to get rid of a set.

I have a set of tubed 750-16 MT (Hankooks) for local trips where its expected to be muddy, and I use a set of tubeless 235/85 AT Pirelli scorpions for general offroad, beach and road work.

I want to stick with tube type for a desert trip so I can change the tubes and tires myself. thanks for your advice simmo

[PAT303]

I chased up these tyres in the last week,I have ZXL's on my Tdi but Michelin Oz don't import them,even when I asked directly for 5 to be brought in they answered in the negative.I've ordered 5 General Grabber A/T 265/75/16 which are on special for $269 each fitted for my TDCi and the half worn BFG 235/85/16 it currently wears will go on the Tdi instead,I'm sure there would be a market for Michelin 7.50x16 tyres,mine were one of the only tyres that survived the Pilbara without complaint. Pat

[simmo]

Thanks Pat, I contacted Michelin Australia by email to ask them direct their reply is below. Call it $360 per tire, plus tubes and strap, fitting balancing I'd say youre close to $400 per wheel, they seriously don't want to sell any of those :(.
Still I'll ask around maybe there is better deals to be had. But if they're that price might be better to go with "General Grabber A/T 265/75/16 which are on special for $269 each fitted for my TDCi". Pat are you using tubes in them?

Hi Simmo, Thanks for your query, in relation to your query the size 7.50R16C XZL 116N, is the only pattern available in Australia. RRP is $326.36 + gst per tyre only, this price however, is only a guide as Michelin Australia cannot dictate the price at which authorised Michelin dealers sell our tyres to consumers. You will need to contact your local Michelin Dealer for fitment and a quote. Kind Regards, Michelin Australia.

[dromader driver]

Michelin agilis comes up in a 7.50 size. I have used xza with good results on 5.5 rims for my occasionally heavily loaded tray back.

[BadCo.]

You could try here:

http://militarytires.com/

Although I think it is based in the US.

[mox]

Not sure if Michelin still makes 8.25X16 XZL's. Have seen them listed and illustrations on European based websites but not in Australia. Maybe price is not as outrageous as 9.00X16's which have been available in Australia. Wonder if anyone has been keen enough to import their own. Probably a good fit on 6.5 inch Wolf rims.

[PAT303]

Mine looks really nice on a new set of GG T/A's 265/75's. Pat

[Bernd VonCrashen]

I am keen to find 6 of these very soon, but in tubeless. Will start calling around here and over there. If I find someone I will let you know Simmo. If a bigger order for better pricing is possible even better.

Shame they are not that readily available. I guess pizza cutters are not fashionable:D

[Homestar]

If you want a bargain, the Dunlop Grippers can be had brand new second hand off Toyotas for about $150 each. New price is around $240. There are quite a few around when you start looking. I'm about to buy 5 for my series 3.

[ozrob]

I would seriously stick to tubeless as you can plug the tyre if you get a puncture...re-inflate and off you go...if the puncture is too bad you could then fit a tube.
I bought a set of Mickey Thompson ATZ3 235/85/16 not quite a AT not a MT 50/50 tyre
$320 each...plus they have a rebate cash back till the end of may.

[Scouse]

If you want a bargain, the Dunlop Grippers can be had brand new second hand off Toyotas for about $150 each. New price is around $240. There are quite a few around when you start looking. I'm about to buy 5 for my series 3.I did that a few years ago - the tyre place selling them was just around the corner from a Toyota dealer. If you can't find them, ask the dealership Service Dept which tyre dealer they use.


I bought Land Rovers remaining XPCs a couple of years ago, I have a set I'll be putting on here soon now that I don't run 7.50s.

[Beery]

Hi I was trying to find out about the Michelin LT tube type tyres 750-16, the Michelin website doesn't show them, but I'm sure they're still available in one form or another. ( I appreciate a catalog or link)

My original wheels had Michelin XS type, I found them a very tough and long lasting tyre.

I'm looking got to replace them with a LT type, probably Michelin, but would be happy to have a recommendation for a substitute.
My reading on the forums suggests that Dunlop super gripper, Bridgestone 693 AT, or "super diggers", Olympic overlander etc might be substitutes, ( fitted on Toyota land cruisers i think)
Maybe the Michelin are still supplied on new defenders 130 and someone wants to get rid of a set.

I have a set of tubed 750-16 MT (Hankooks) for local trips where its expected to be muddy, and I use a set of tubeless 235/85 AT Pirelli scorpions for general offroad, beach and road work.

I want to stick with tube type for a desert trip so I can change the tubes and tires myself. thanks for your advice simmo

I bought a set of 7.5R16 XZL's late last year no problems at all. They were even on special at the time. $270 fitted

[Didge]

If you want a bargain, the Dunlop Grippers can be had brand new second hand off Toyotas for about $150 each. New price is around $240. There are quite a few around when you start looking. I'm about to buy 5 for my series 3.

Whereabouts is this happening bacicat? :)

[dromader driver]

Beau repairers last time I was looking offered take offs for $200 fitted and balanced. They were the japaneses pattern as well, not the f pattern.

[Bernd VonCrashen]

Finally got some time to call around during normal hours and found that Jax where able to source XZL 7.50 R16 easily. If your still looking for these try them, as I was able to get 6 for $234 each. Might be worth to have a chat to them.

[dromader driver]

Bvc, is that fitted and balanced?

[simmo]

Bernd, the XZLs sound like a good deal at that price even if tubes and fitting are extra. I was briefly in Brisbane but didn't have time to get the tyres, I'll do it next time, I think i need to clean up the rims inside first as well , they might be a bit corroded in there, the standard rims look good on the outside though. thnaks for the tip about Jax , cheers simmo

[Bernd VonCrashen]

For the $239 they are fitted and balanced. I got six as they are going onto the off road steel wheel set I have. I definitely don't plan to keep them on for around town, especially since the missus drives the Deef around town more than me and dislikes it in rain... It must get her feet wet when she drives :D

After quick chat with Jax and they are able to easily source Michelin tires. They are one of their main brands above the others they deal with. If you have a Jax local anywhere they should be able to help arrange Michelin's.

For the XZL's they don't have them on hand but will get them in for you. They are all from the same manufacture date too and not found from here or there as one company said they could do to source them for me... Though if you are a bit far out, I got some advice to ask industrial tires shops they should also be able to source these.

Only thing I forgot to ask was if they could get them in the 235/85 R16 version.

Cheers
James

[stewie110]

My wife and I bought an Ex MoD 90 that came with XZL's (or possibly XCL's) in the size you describe. A fantastic tire that we did around 60,000km on (at that point they probably did not meet basic safety standards). We found them to be super tough and handled eastern European roads and tracks as far east as the Urals, south as far as Astrakhan.. without a failure. We replaced them with a similar but less aggressive tire which was probably not a good idea in hindsight as we kept getting stuck on chalk in the southeast UK on tracks we had previously done without issue in similar conditions.

I looked at getting a set here on my 110 but could not find them within a reasonable commute/drive. After some research and talk to numerous over-landers who I know have tried both we ended up on BFG Mud Terrains which have been just as good although slightly wider. We have so far done similar millage on the BFG's and still have room to wear. So far no flats despite several outback runs (Mostly trying to cover all of South Australian state corners traveling from Sydney via Broken Hill or Adelaide).