The Thunderer TL442 is a heavy duty tire for commercial trailer service, including local, regional and line haul trailer applications. The Thunderer TL442 is designed for year-round service and heavy load ratings, making it a versatile choice for all positions across a variety of commercial trailer applications.

That said, is this the right commercial tire for you? Let’s take a closer look at this Thunderer TL442 review.

Features and Benefits

• Damage resistant tread compound for long service, lower risk of punctures, cuts, and abrasions
• Resists hydroplaning with four circumferential grooves that route water away from the tire’s contact patch
• Steel belted radial construction with reinforced belt package
• Solid central rib enhances straight-line tracking and stability
• Closed continuous ribs at inner and outer shoulder encourage long, even wear
• Retreadable casing for long service
• Tread pattern and footprint are optimized for even weight distribution and pressure
• A 14-ply rating makes it suitable for carrying very heavy loads
• Deep tread depth for traction and long service

Pros and Cons

PROS:

• Versatile trailer tire for a variety of trailer duties
• Dependable and consistent traction year-round
• Long, even wear thanks to tread compound, inner and outer shoulder ribs, and tread design that takes even weight distribution and pressure into consideration
• Retreadable casing for long tread life
• Capable of handling very heavy loads
• Consistent performance

CONS:

• Not for smaller, lighter commercial trailers
• Trailer tire only – not for vehicle use
• Does not feature a mileage warranty

SimpleTire’s view on Thunderer TL442 tires

The Thunderer TL442 is a good capital investment for commercial fleets that need a dependable trailer tire for heavier trailer duties. The TL442 is designed for year-round performance with all-season tread pattern and deep circumferential and angled grooves that resist hydroplaning by routing water away from its contact patch. The tire’s long-wearing tread compound is designed for durability and long service, and its reinforced casing construction makes the concerned truck suitable for heavy hauling. Its retreadable design means fleet operators can get the most out of their tires before removal or replacement. As always, the Thunderer TL442 is designed as a trailer tire only and should not be used on passenger vehicles.

Vehicles the Thunderer TL442 is a replacement tire for

Originally built in Thailand, Thunderer tires offer buyers a great combination of handling and stability. They have been specifically engineered for the North American market and are suitable for the following types of commercial trailers as replacement tires:

• Construction trailers
• Lowboy trailers
• Refrigerated trailers
• Dumpers
• Freight van trailers