What is 105 on a tire?

105—This is the tire's load index, a.k.a. how much weight the tire can support. A tire with a 105 load index can support a maximum weight of 2,039 pounds. S—This is the tire's speed rating.

What does 100w mean on a tire?

The “18” that follows stands for the rim diameter in inches. The load capacity is identified using a numerical code “100” which in this case signifies 800 kg. With the “W” we come to the speed rating – “W” stands for 270 km/h.

What does 104 mean on a tire?

When it comes to Light Truck (LT) or Special Trailer (ST) tires, there are two load indexes branded (example - LT235/75R15 104/101S). In this example, the 104 corresponds to 1,984 pounds (see chart below), and the 101 corresponds to 1,819 pounds.

What ply is a 117T tire?

275/55R20 Nitto Ridge Grappler 117T XL/4 Ply Tire.

What does 105 101l mean?

This tire also comes with a 5 year warranty and 2 years complimentary roadside assistance. This tire has a load index of 105/101 L. This tire also has a speed rating of L which is 75 mph maximum. That L is listed below the load index on most tires.

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What is H speed rating on tires?

SPEED RATING H

If you recall from earlier, the “H” speed rating doesn't appear after “G” but between “U” and “V.” It represents a maximum speed of 130 mph (210 kph) and is commonly found on sports sedans and coupes.

What does the T or H mean on tires?

The “T” or “H” on tires pertain to their speed ratings. A T-rated tire can withstand top speeds of up to 118 mph (190 km/h), while an H-rated tire can support up to 130 mph (210 km/h). It is important to note these markings and stay within those speed limits.

What is a 113 load index?

This two-digit or three-digit code represents your tire's load index. The higher this number, the higher the weight each tire is rated to carry. For example: A tire with a size of “275/55R20/113T” has a load index of 113. A tire with a size of “225/65R17/102H” has a load index of 102.

Is a higher load rating better?

The load rating can be located on the sidewall of all tyres and is represented by a numerical value. The higher the load rating number, the stronger the tyre. Tyres with a higher load rating can take a greater amount of air pressure, which means they can also carry heavier loads.

What does 95w XL mean on a tire?

Some vehicles are equipped with "XL" tires. It doesn't mean that they're extra large, but it does mean that they are extra-load tires. The load index on these tires is much higher than a standard-load tire, which is why it is important to replace an XL tire with another XL tire.

What is 96w on a tire?

The number is the load index. The higher the number, the more weight the tires can handle. In this case, "96" means the tire can handle 1,565 pounds, while the "Y" indicates the tire is rated to be safe at speeds up to 186 miles per hour.

Should I get H or V rated tires?

If you feel the need to drive at or above 130 mph then you should get a “V” speed rated set of tires. If you don't plan on driving that fast, then an “H” speed rated set is the better option.

What is load range H?

From a G to an H

Truck tires typically come in two load ratings: G and H. Load range G is a 14-ply configuration, while load range H tires have 16 plies. The heavier-rated tire will usually add between 700 pounds and 1,000 pounds more load-bearing capacity per tire (see "How Much is Too Much," next page).

Do higher speed rated tires wear faster?

They're also about ride comfort, wear and cornering ability. Typically, the higher the speed rating, the better the grip and stopping power, but the lower the tread life.

What does 112 mean on a tire?

The numeric load index code 112 represents the maximum load carrying capacity for single wheel use and 109 represents maximum load carrying capacity for the dual wheel use. The first number 112 denotes a tire's ability to carry approximately 2,470 lb (1120 kg).

What does C1 mean on a tire?

"C1" and "C2" are both 6 ply rated, but C1 has a max air pressure of 50 PSI and C2 has a max air pressure of 35 PSI. This holds true for other ply ratings too. Tires on a sedan, coupe, crossover or minivan are usually unmarked because they have a standard 4-ply rating and do not require higher load carrying abilities.

Do I really need Load Range E tires?

A Load Range E tire is recommended, and we would be very careful about airing down too much if traveling at more than crawling speeds. There is still value to running a Load Range E tire on a lightweight off-road vehicle.