…standard load, load range C, D and E but can support distinctly different loads and accept considerably different inflation pressures. Maximum Load: 2,271 lbs. Max. Inflation Pressure: 44 psi Load Range: SL Maximum Load: 2,205 lbs. Max. Inflation Pressure: 50 psi Load Range: C Maximum Load: 2,623…
…the top spot. They come in both a heavy-duty load range E, and a standard load P-Metric version for 1/2 ton trucks and SUVs. BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO Michelin LTX A/T2 Firestone Destination A/T For more information on tire load ratings, read "Load Range/Ply Rating Identifications."
…the letter load rating system. Load C = 6 Ply Rated, Load D = 8 Ply Rated, Load E = 10 Ply Rated, etc. Need help finding the load rating on your current tires? Read "Sidewall Markings." Looking for more details about the different load rating systems? Check out "Load Range/Ply Rating…
…LTX M/S2: * Highest-rated tire in the category * Available in a large number of sizes * 70,000-mile treadlife warranty * Large number of D/E load range options Firestone Destination LE 2: * Outstanding value * 60,000-mile treadlife warranty * Highest score in category for light snow traction…
…have increased load capacity compared to the old Marathon Radial. * 205/75R14, 215/75R14 and 205/75R15 are now rated for load range D instead of load range C * 225/75R15 and 235/80R16 have been upgraded from load range D to load range E * A new 235/85R16 size is now available in load range E These…
…tire's maximum load is rated. Listed below are the air pressures at which maximum load is rated for popular P-metric and LT tires: P-Metric Passenger Vehicle Tires Load Ranges Abbreviated Max Load Pressure Light Load (LL) 35 psi (240 kPa)* Standard Load (SL) 35 psi (240 kPa)* Extra Load (XL) 41 psi…
…modern term for load capacity ratings on heavy duty tires used on 3/4-ton and one-ton pickups and SUVs. * 2 ply = Standard Load * 4 ply = Extra Load * 6 ply = Load Range C * 8 ply = Load Range D * 10 ply = Load Range E For more information on this topic, take a look at "Load Range E 10 Ply…
…require the use of heavy-duty load rated tires (such as load range D or load range E tires) to match their size and hauling capacity. For more information on load ranges and ply ratings, take a look at "Looking for 10 Ply Tires? They're Now Called Load Range E Tires." Bridgestone…
…is a bit more bouncy, but it still tracks smoothly and doesn't sway at all behind me. Nice deep tread and so far shows very little wear. Very happy with these and feel more at ease with the "D" class load rating." — Tire Rack Consumer Review, Chevrolet Blazer, WA Shop all tires.
…which maximum load is rated for popular P-metric and LT tires: Tire Load Ranges Inflation Pressure Assigned For 'Maximum Load' Ratings P-metric Light Load (LL) 35 psi Standard Load (SL) 35 psi Extra Load (XL) 41 psi Light Truck Load Range C (LRC) 50 psi Load Range D (LRD) 65 psi Load Range E (LRE)…
…rated at reduced maximum load pressures. LT-Metric, LT-Flotation and LT-Numeric Light Truck Tires Load Range Ply Rating Abbreviated Maximum Load Pressure ≤ 295mm / 11.5" wide Maximum Load Pressure > 295mm / 11.5" wide B 4 B 35 psi (240 kPa)*** C 6 C 50 psi (350 kPa)*** 35 psi (240 kPa)*** D 8 D…
…the tire's load index and speed rating. Service descriptions are required on all speed rated (except for Z-speed rated) tires manufactured since 1991. The first two digits (87S) represent the tire's load index and are followed by a single letter (87S) identifying the tire's speed rating. "Using a…
…maximum speed. You can learn more about speed rating and the other letters and numbers on the sidewall of your tire in "How to Read Speed Rating, Load Index & Service Descriptions." Disclaimer: It is important to note that speed ratings only apply to tires that have not been damaged,…
…trucks because they're less expensive than tires with the proper C, D or E load ratings for their vehicles. But the bottom line is they don't possess enough load capacity. When it comes to buying winter tires with proper load for your large truck, it is important to remember that the rules still…
…branded as such. Speed Rating Today, the only tires that continue to include the speed rating "in" the tire size (P225/50ZR16) are Z-speed rated tires. In this case, following the two digits used to identify the aspect ratio are the letters ZR to identify the tire's speed rating (Z) and its internal…
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