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Tyre code (example)
Made in Germany
MAX LOAD 615 KG
MAX INFLATION 350 KPA (51 PSI)
SIDEWALL 1 PLY RAYON
TREAD 4 PLIES
1 RAYON + 2 STEEL + 1 NYLON
Information for the end consumer concerning the comparative values of the established base tyres (standardised test procedures)
TREADWEAR 220
TRACTION A
TEMPERATURE A
If the tyre has other markings, these are specific tyre manufacturer codes or specific national codes, e.g. for Brazil or China.
a)
The letters TIN refer to the tyre serial number.
Tyres with directional tread pattern
Tyres with directional tread pattern have
been designed to operate best when rotating
in only one direction. An arrow on the tyre
sidewall indicates the direction of rotation on
tyres with directional tread. Always observe
the direction of rotation indicated when
mounting the wheel. This guarantees opti-
mum grip and helps to avoid aquaplaning,
grip, noise and wear.
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Meaning
Country of manufacture.
US load rating, indicating maximum permitted load per tyre.
US limit, indicating maximum permitted tyre pressure.
Information about tyre wall components:
1 layer of rayon (artificial silk).
Information about tread components:
In the example, there are 4 layers below the tread: 1 layer of rayon (artificial silk), 2 layers of steel reinforcement and 1
layer of nylon.
Relative service life of the tyre, with respect to specific US standard test.
Braking capacity of tyre on wet surface (AA, A, B or C).
Tyre temperature resistance at higher test speeds (A, B or C).
If the tyre is mounted in the opposite direc-
tion of rotation, drive with extreme caution,
as the tyre is no longer being used correctly.
This is of particular importance when the
road surface is wet. Change the tyre as soon
as possible or remount it with the correct di-
rection of rotation.
Tyre load rating
The load rating code indicates the maximum
load in kilogrammes each wheel can carry
(load capacity).
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78
425 kg
81
462 kg
83
487 kg
85
515 kg
87
545 kg
91
615 kg
Speed rating
The speed rating indicates the maximum
speed permitted for the tyres.
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