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What are rear tractor tires filled with?

Tractor tires are usually filled with water, calcium chloride, or foam.

* Water is the most common choice because it is readily available and inexpensive. However, water can freeze in cold climates, causing the tires to crack and leak.

* Calcium chloride is a chemical compound that is often added to water to lower its freezing point. Calcium chloride also helps to keep the tires from losing air pressure by absorbing moisture.

* Foam is a liquid that is made up of tiny bubbles of gas. Foam-filled tires provide better traction and cushioning than tires filled with water or calcium chloride.