Liquid Tire Ballast
Rim Guard Beet Juice is the optimal tire ballast for both new and antique farm tractors, front-end loaders, commercial back hoes, skid steers, all-terrain forklifts, road graders, compactors/rollers and all types of utility tractors. Based on a proprietary formulation that begins with a byproduct of sugar beet processing, The Original Beet Juice Ballast overcomes the drawbacks of other options.
- Heaviest non-corrosive liquid ballast on the market
- Costs 75% less than typical weights
- Non-toxic, biodegradable and water soluble
- Freeze-resistant to -35°F
- Effective with or without tubes
Check out the new video interview from Ask Tractor Mike that explores Why Beet Juice May Be the Best Ballast for Tires.
COMPARISON OF WEIGHT/BALLAST OPTIONS
| Product | Pounds Per Gallon | Typical Retail Price Per Pound | Safety Factors | Temp Rating | Characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Original Beet Juice Tire Ballast | 10.7-11.0 | $0.28 | Very safe | -35°F | Non-corrosive, environmentally safe and non-toxic. No tubes or mixing required. |
| Water | 8.3 | $0 | Very Safe | +32°F | Corrosive. Not an option in any climate where freezing temperatures are possible. |
| Weights | N/A | $1-$2 | Safe | N/A | Most expensive option per pound; may place extra load demand on axles and frames depending on placement. |
| Calcium Chloride | 10.5-12.0 | $0.10-$0.20 | Corrosive and Toxic | -35°F | Must be mixed on-site. Can destroy rim and valve stem if leaks from tube. Highly toxic; burns skin and contaminates soil. |
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 7.8-8.3 | $0.23-$0.30 | Toxic | -25°F | Tubes required for safety. Toxic to animals and can contaminate groundwater. |
| Methanol | <8.0 | $0.20-$0.30 | Highly Flammable | Highly Flammable | Must be mixed with water. Highly flammable and weighs approximately 30% less than Beet Juice. |
Stop corrosion before it starts. The Original Beet Juice Ballast offered by Rim Guard® is the safest, most cost-effective and heaviest non-corrosive ballast on the market.