It used to be the cheapest way to do it, that's why. Now? I'm not so sure. Some day calcium chloride will probably be classified a toxic chemical, due to all the water wells that have been ruined forever from it. Also all the trees killed.
A typical 12-24" farm tire loaded for cold weather needs:
27 gallons of water (75% fill) and 113 lbs of calcium (at least) - calcium costs $45 for each tire. 383 lbs. of weight added. If tubeless, takes a 90% fill and costs a bit more.
Do the same with rim-guard formula, and it will cost three times that. Around $135. Takes 38 gallons per tire and weighs 406 lbs.
Pure water (for warm areas) would be 32 gallons and add 320 lbs.
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