Thread: LT tyre for 18" rims

What would be the difference in the construction of P rated and LT rated tyres if the following applied.

Both are 205/60R18 ATs, same speed rating and the same load rating of 120. Why would a LT supposedly be better??

Thanks

Garry

Originally Posted by garrycol

What would be the difference in the construction of P rated and LT rated tyres if the following applied.

Both are 205/60R18 ATs, same speed rating and the same load rating of 120. Why would a LT supposedly be better??

Thanks

Garry

Stronger side walls (thicker)...
Tougher and deeper tread and base of tread thickness
Stronger / thicker / more (depends) belts
LT slightly heavier (mass)

But you wont see an LT of the same size as a P with the same load rating

Does anyone know where to get these tyres? Every Bridgestone dealer I have contacted either didn't know of them or said they were unavailable with no future date for stock!
I am looking for a set ASAP

Hi All

The Dueler D697 265/60/18 sounds just the thing for the D3/D4 normally running on 255/60/18 tyres

I assume that the slight difference in size would not make the car unroadworthy or illegal or damage the driveline and would fit with no issues?

Is that correct?

What would it do to the speedo reading?

regards
GD-4

Bugger all difference!

Originally Posted by tims29

Does anyone know where to get these tyres? Every Bridgestone dealer I have contacted either didn't know of them or said they were unavailable with no future date for stock!
I am looking for a set ASAP

RIng Bridgestone direct

And if no success - tirerack.com very quick to deliver

I don't know if Bridgestone is included but Tirerack now wont ship some brands (eg BFG) to Australia because of a threat by the manufacturers to not supply them any more stock.

I have problems with Bridgestone HTs, too hard to get good wear but they were VERY poor in the wet. Bridgestone ATs have always performed.