"Tyre size"
"Tyre size"
[ "Tyre SizeFinding the right tyre for your vehicle is not as complicated as it may look. All the information you require can be found either in the owner's specification manual for your vehicle. If you are already aware of the tyre size you need, simply place the order from our vast catalogue of different makes and models of tyresIt doesn't matter which tyre or model of vehicle you have, to find the manufacturer's recommended tyre size is an easy process. Some of the places where the recommended tyre size of your vehicle are:-The driver's door jambGlove box compartmentPetrol tank hatchAlso, you can check the tyre size written on the sidewall markings of the existing tyres fitted on your vehicleHow to read tyre size?Let's take a look at the tyre size data to understand it better. We'll be using an example: 225/70/R16 91S.Width;- The first number of the whole sequence represents the width of the correct tyre for your vehicle, measured in millimetres. This is measured from one sidewall to another. So, 225/70/R16 91S - here 225 millimetres is the required tyre size for your vehicleAspect ratio -;The next number you see after the slash mark is the tyre's aspect ratio, which means how tall your tyre's profile is. It is generally expressed in percentages. In 225/70/R16 91S, the aspect ratio is 70, this means the height of the tyre is 70% of its width.Construction -;The alphabet that comes after the aspect ratio depicts the type of tyre construction maintaining its stability. Two types of tyre construction are available: R means Radial, D means Diagonal or Bias Ply. In this example, the tyre has radial internal construction.Rim diameter -;The following number is the rim diameter code, measured in inches. 16 refers to this tyre will fit a rim whose diameter is 16 inchesLoad index -;The load-carrying capacity of the tyre, measured in kilograms. This doesn't tell us the precise number of kilograms that the tyre can support, but it refers to a specific load capacity mentioned in the index. In this example, 91 is the load index ratio of the tyre.Speed rating;- The last figure of the series indicates the speed rating, indicated by a letter. A tyre with a speed rating "S" has a maximum speed limit of 180km/hContact usNow that you have understood how to correctly read tyre size, find out the recommended tyre size for your vehicle and head over to our facility. We are located at Britannia Road (A650), Morley, Leeds, LS27 0ARElse, log on to our website, and enter the registration number of your vehicle in our tyre configurator. The most appropriate tyre models for your vehicle will show up. Then, you can pick the ones that match your requirementsFor more information, please call on 0113 238 1325. Our experts will be glad to assist you and resolve your queries in the best way possible" ]