Fortune is among Prinx Chengshan (Shandong) Tire Company's four brands, introduced in 1976. They have dedicated its ever-improving innovations to pushing the boundaries of tire solutions that make every journey important. Presently, Fortune manufactures passenger, light truck, CUV, SUV, trailer, commercial, and off-road (OTR) tires at its highly acclaimed facilities.

The Fortune FDR601 is a commercial tire that offers solid traction and performance for highway applications including commercial trucks and buses. In addition, its robust structure increases strength and durability, resulting in a higher weight carrying capacity and longer tread life.

But, can these tires offer desired performance for your highway applications? Let us take a look at the Fortune FDR601 review to make an informed decision.

Features and Benefits

Commercial tires are built for trucks and buses, with a high load capacity and increased durability. These tires are designed to withstand heavy weights for extended periods of time each day. Let's check if the FDR601 has these attributes by examining its features and benefits:

• Enhanced wet traction: Fortune FDR601 has large grooves and open shoulders that evacuate water from the tread, enhancing traction and performance in wet conditions.
• Higher load carrying capacity: It has a tough construction that increases strength and durability, resulting in increased weight bearing capacity.
• Longer tread life: Its sturdy open shoulders provide tire protection and solid performance. Features like heavy-duty tread compound and casing contribute to its longer tread life. Moreover, its tough construction increases strength and durability, resulting in longer tread life.
• Improved steering and handling capabilities: It has a notched center rib that boosts steering and handling performance.
• Retreadable: Fortune FDR601 is designed for multiple retread cycles.

Pros and Cons

Before checking SimpleTire’s view on the Fortune FDR601, let’s see its pros and cons:

PROS:

• Heavy-duty tread compound for extra durability
• Wide grooves and open shoulders reduce the risk of hydroplaning
• Notched center rib boosts steering and handling
• Robust open shoulders for tire protection and maximum performance

CONS:

• No mileage warranty
• Cannot handle harsh winter weather conditions

SimpleTire’s view on Fortune FDR601 tires

Designed for long-haul applications, the FDR601 is a driver's year-round drive tire that has a tread compound that offers solid traction, longevity, improved durability, and fuel efficiency. As a result, the FDR601 scores an overall SimpleScore of 7.2 thanks to good traction (7), longevity (7), and durability (7.6).

Let's use SimpleScore to get SimpleTire’s view on the Fortune FDR601 by comparing it with another drive-axle, commercial tire, the Leao D955 of same size 245/70R19.5. In comparison to the Leao D955, the Fortune FDR601 has a better SimpleScore (7.2 vs. 7.1) as it has better durability (7.6 vs. 7.5). However, D955 and FDR601 have identical traction and longevity scores, and Leao D955 is less expensive than the Fortune FDR601.

Overall, the Fortune FDR601 is a solid drive axle tire that offers good traction, handling, and longevity.

Vehicles the Fortune FDR601 is a good replacement tire for

When your original tire wears, consider the Fortune FDR601 for your commercial trucks and buses from brands like:

• Ford
• Volvo
• Chevrolet
• Piaggio