Made by Guizhou Tyre Co LTD, Samson provides rock-solid tires that wear well and display great quality. Over the years, Samson has produced tires across categories such as industrial, farm, specialty, TBR, and OTR. Our aim is to give you an objective view of the Samson GL283A, a tire meant for commercial mid and long-haul applications. This commercial tire presents a dual sidewall for extra toughness and is made of heat-resistant material for comfortable hauls over long distances. To find out if this tire meets the requirements of your commercial fleet, read this Samson GL283A review till the end.

Features and Benefits

At SimpleTire, we have devised a novel system of giving you information about the performance of every tire. Known as SimpleScore, it takes into account data and statistics from individual tire tests to come up with a rating out of 10 for every parameter. Based on the above, we found the Samson GL283A to be suitable for a decent average SimpleScore of 8.0. Here are the features and benefits as per our Samson GL283A tire review:

• Great dry traction: A closed shoulder pattern and high tread depth are responsible for great traction, leading to an average score of 8.0
• Good fuel efficiency: These tires are SmartWay verified for low rolling resistance, resulting in good fuel efficiency
• Comfortable over long distances: The Samson GL283AA is made using heat-resistant material to ensure cool temperatures for comfort during long hauls
• Varied properties: A dual tread compound increases properties to enhance this commercial tire
• Good durability: This tire receives a specialized bead for enhanced durability, resulting in a score of 8.2
• Long tread life: The dual compound tread, symmetric tread pattern, and closed shoulders lead to long life, in line with a score of 8.0

Pros and Cons

Four wide grooves are available to prevent hydroplaning, thereby increasing safety on wet surfaces. This tire is SmartWay verified for lower rolling resistance, resulting in better fuel economy. Here’s a look at its pros and cons in brief:

PROS:

• Great fuel economy
• Lasts longer than its peers
• Suitable for long-distance hauls
• Great dry and wet traction
• Tread compounds provide various beneficial properties

CONS:

• No limited manufacturer tread life warranty is offered
• Handling performance could be better

SimpleTire’s view on Samson GL283A tires

Durability and longevity are two of the most important characteristics of a mid/long-haul commercial tire, and the Samson GL283A has them both. A dual compound tread with heat-resistant material makes this tire suitable for comfortably traveling long distances, leading to a high Samson GL283A rating. A specialized bead is available for improved durability and a closed shoulder pattern boosts traction. For its price, the Samson GL283A offers commercial drivers a variety of properties that make it an attractive buy.

Vehicles the Samson GL283A is a good replacement tire for

As a tire meant for mid/long-haul service, you’re likely to see plenty of these tires fitted on commercial trucks traveling across the country. Some of the vehicles for the Samson GL283A include:

• Peterbilt
• Western Star
• Mack
• Volvo
• Ford
• Freightliner
• DAF Trucks
• MAN