What does the 93v mean on tires?

V - Speed ratings are represented by letters ranging from A to Z. Each letter coincides to the maximum speed a tire can sustain under its recommended load capacity. For instance, V is equivalent to a maximum speed of 149 mph.

1. What is H or V rating on tires?
2. Which is better T or H speed rating?
3. Can I mix V and W rated Tyres?
4. What does 87h mean on tires?
5. What does 112s mean on a tire?
6. Do higher speed rated tires wear faster?
7. What is load range H?
8. Can I use V-rated tires instead of W?
9. Do tyre brands matter?
10. Do I need W rated tyres?
11. What is difference between 87h and 87v?
12. Do H or V-rated tires last longer?
13. Are H-rated tires good?
14. Does tire speed rating matter?

What is H or V rating on tires?

H-rated tires are rated for a maximum speed of 130 mph. The V rating is the next rating faster, and V-rated tires are good to 149 mph. Both H- and V-rated tires are considered to be performance-touring tires.

Which is better T or H speed rating?

A speed rating of T indicates that the tire can be safely driven up to 118 mph. A tire with an H rating has a higher limit -- 130 mph -- which means it can be safely driven faster than the tire with the 94T code. ... H-rated tires may provide a firmer, more sporting ride and handling than similar T-rated tires.

Can I mix V and W rated Tyres?

Mixing tyre speed ratings isn't recommended. If you are in a situation where you must mix tyre speed ratings (after an emergency puncture, for example) then make sure the lower-rated tyres are on the front axle to prevent turning more sharply than you intended (oversteering).

What does 87h mean on tires?

87 relates to the load carrying capacity per tyre. 87 means the tyre can carry 560 kgs of load. This means that the car can carry a max load of 2240 kgs, when inflated to it's max inflation pressure, which mentioned on the tyre sidewall. H relates to the speed at max load which the tyre is capable.

What does 112s mean on a tire?

An S speed rating indicates the tire has been approved for speeds up to 112 mph (180 km/h) under optimal conditions.

Do higher speed rated tires wear faster?

You will gain nothing in any other aspect of the tire, such as tire life, treadwear, or what have you. In fact, the higher speed rating doesn't have much to do with cornering ability, either. Just the speed factor of the tire itself. There is no relationship between the speed rating and the longevity of the tire.

What is load range H?

Truck tires typically come in two load ratings: G and H. Load range G is a 14-ply configuration, while load range H tires have 16 plies. The heavier-rated tire will usually add between 700 pounds and 1,000 pounds more load-bearing capacity per tire (see "How Much is Too Much," next page).

Can I use V-rated tires instead of W?

Nissan, Cadillac, Toyota, and Honda are currently using higher original equipment or V-rated tires on approximately 70% of their brand new vehicles. A V rating represents 149 mph but no faster. W, on the other hand, means the tires can achieve maximum speeds of up to 168 mph.

Do tyre brands matter?

Primarily, you should avoid mixing different tyre brands and different tread patterns. ... For optimal safety and performance, we recommend fitting the same tyres to every wheel position on your car, so you should have the same brand, size, tread pattern, load index and speed rating on the front and rear tyres.

Do I need W rated tyres?

The higher rated tyres, specifically W rated tyres, tend to be required on high-performance sports cars. ... It means that you have a car that is capable of driving safely at high speeds up to 168 mph.

What is difference between 87h and 87v?

V rating is the next step for speeds up to 240 kph. Z, W and Y are ratings for speeds over 240 kph. The rating is the speed the tire has been tested to for continuous safe driving. The English equivalent speed for H-rated tires is 130 mph and V-rated tires are good for up to 149 mph.

Do H or V-rated tires last longer?

But expect a little less ride comfort, lower performance in cold conditions and shorter tread life. Consumer Reports found that some H- and V-rated tires didn't last as long as those rated for lower speeds, wearing out closer to 50,000 miles than 60,000 miles.

Are H-rated tires good?

Tires with higher speed ratings generally have better steering response and cornering grip than lower-speed rated tires, in addition to being capable of higher speeds. So if your car originally came with H-rated tires, that's what you should replace them with.

Does tire speed rating matter?

The speed rating tells you the speed the tire can safely maintain over time. A higher speed rating usually means you will have better control and handling at higher speeds - and that the tire can take the extra heat. As a general rule, tires with higher speed ratings also handle better at slower speeds.