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185/R14LT M160/151 T/L
  • Specification: 185 mm
  • Description: This number measures the width of the tire's cross-section in millimeters, from sidewall edge to sidewall edge.

/R: Aspect Ratio and Construction

  • Specification: Assumed 80-series aspect ratio; Radial construction
  • Description: When a number is omitted between the width and the "R", the sidewall height is typically 80% of the width (185 mm). The "R" stands for Radial plies, the internal structure of the tire. 

14: Rim Diameter

  • Specification: 14 inches
  • Description: This indicates the diameter of the wheel rim that the tire is designed to be mounted on. 

LT: Vehicle Type

  • Specification: Light Truck tire
  • Description: The "LT" designates the tire as suitable for light trucks, vans, and SUVs, designed to manage heavier loads and more demanding conditions than passenger car tires. 

M160/151: Load Index

  • Specification:
    • Single tire (160): 4500 kg (9920 lbs) max load
    • Dual tires (151): 3450 kg (7605 lbs) max load
  • Description: This numerical code indicates the maximum weight capacity of the tire. The first number (160) is for single-tire use, and the second (151) is for when two tires are mounted together on the same axle end (dually wheels). Note: "M160" might also function as a manufacturer-specific model name. 

T: Speed Symbol

  • Specification: 190 km/h (118 mph) max speed
  • Description: The speed symbol is an alphabetical code that specifies the maximum speed the tire can safely maintain under the recommended load capacity.

T/L: Tire Type

  • Specification: Tubeless
  • Description: This marking usually indicates that the tire is designed to operate without an inner tube to hold air pressure.

 

 

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