Tyre speed rating and load index

The tyres load index and speed rating can be found by looking at the two digit number and letter at the end of the sequence displayed on your tyre.

In the example below, 81H is the maximum load capacity and speed at which the tyre can safely operate.  

Tyre number sequence

Load Index Table

The load index for passenger car tyres normally sits between 60 and 110, which equates to 250-1060kg/tyre. Refer to the below charts to find your tyres load index and speed rating.


Speed Rating Table

The speed index for passenger car tyres normally sit between “T” and “Y” which equates to 190-300km/h.

 

 

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