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Tire markings
An example of the meaning of the different
markings in a tire size is given below for a
tire size of 225/45 R17 94H:
225 Tire section width, mm
45
Aspect ratio, i.e. the section height
as a percentage of the section
width
R Radial ply
17
Wheel rim diameter 17 in at bead
seats
94 Tire load index
H Speed rating
Tire load indices
91
Tire approved for max. 1355 lbs.
(615 kg)
93 Max. 1433 lbs. (650 kg)
94 Max. 1477 lbs. (670 kg)
95 Max. 1521 lbs. (690 kg)
97 Max. 1609 lbs. (730 kg)
Speed ratings
Q
Tire approved for speeds up to
100 mph (160 km/h)
S Max. 112 mph (180 km/h)
T Max. 118 mph (190 km/h)
H Max. 130 mph (210 km/h)
V Max. 149 mph (240 km/h)
W Max. 168 mph (270 km/h)
Y Max. 186 mph (300 km/h)
TIN-code
a Manufacturer´s Identification Mark
b Tire Size
c Tire Type Code
d Date of Manufacture
93U SM 06.book Page 266 Friday, February 18, 2005 1:15 PM