Ever wondered what the markings on the side of a tyre mean?
205/55 R 16 91V This is the size and characteristics of the tyre:
- 205: This is the section width of the tyre. That means the overall width of the tyre in mm.
- 55: This is the aspect ratio of the tyre. That is the sidewall height of the tyre as a percentage of the section width.
- R: This mean the tyre is of Radial construction.
- 16: This is the internal diameter of the tyre.
- 91: This is the load index. How much weight the tyre can carry.
- V: This is the speed index. The maximum speed the tyre is designed for.
