What does 121R mean on a tire?

What does 121R mean on a tire?

The 121R sequence tells us the tire’s maximum load rating or the amount of weight the tire can bear (in kilograms; in this case 121), and the R gives us the speed rating, or how fast the tire can safely rotate. The lowest rating (speed) that you’d usually see on a passenger car is Q, which is equivalent to 99 mph.

Is Load Range E or D better?

What’s Better: Load Range D or E? Load range D and E tires have different weight capacities. For example, a load range D tire can handle 1,220 lbs at 65 PSI, while an E tires carry loads at 80 PSI. If looking at their load durability, load range E tires are better, but that is the only difference between them.

What is a good rating for a tire?

A rating of 100 means that the tire lasts as long as the test tire. A rating of 200 means it lasts twice as long.

Is 116T a 10 ply tire?

A: 123R is a load range E 10ply rated tire, typically on 3/4 ton and 1 ton applications. 116T is a 4ply normally used on 1/2 ton applications.

What does +35 mean on a wheel?

+35 means the face of the wheel is 35mm from the centerline toward the outside.

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.