What does LT mean in a tire size?
If a tire size reads, LT235/75R15 104/101S, the LT indicates that this tire is meant for Light Truck use. These tires are made for light-duty and heavy-duty pickup trucks (typically ½ ton, ¾ ton, or 1-ton load capacity), SUVs and vans.
What is the difference between LT tires and regular?
The cords in a LT tire are a larger gauge than P-metric tires so the tire can carry heavier loads. Very often LT tires will have an extra steel belt, a deeper tread and thicker rubber in the sidewall for more protection vs a p-metric tire. LT tires are usually 8-ply (Load Range D) or 10-ply (Load Range E).
What does 15 LT mean on a tire?
The first number in a high flotation tire size is the overall diameter of the tire. The wheel diameter of this tire size is 15 inches. The tire is designed to be mounted on an 15 inch wheel diameter. Tire Class : LT. The tire class of this tire size is ‘LT’ which means it is a Light Truck tire.
What is load range LT?
LT tires are designed for vehicles carrying a heavier load, and some off-road conditions. LT tires typically have a load range of 10-ply versus a four-ply load range on a passenger tire.
Do LT tires need more air pressure?
In general, yes. The LT tires have heavier sidewalls, and are designed to support higher payloads. However, assuming your vehicle was originally equipped with LT tires, you want to go by the vehicle manufacturers air pressure.
Do load range F tires ride rough?
Typically, an F rated tire will ride a bit worse than an E rated tire, but there are some exceptions. Load range refers generally to a side ply rating, while load index refers to a tire’s weight rating.
Are LT tires better for off-road?
Because of their stiffer sidewall, LT tires don’t absorb bumps very well, causing more vibrations and road noise, particularly in lighter trucks and SUVs. That’s right: because LT tires have thicker, reinforced sidewalls for heavy-duty use and challenging driving conditions, they’re a great choice for off-road use.
Are LT tires more puncture resistant?
LT tires are stronger when compared to the P rated tires. -due to the tire having more tread ply’s and in some cases even more sidewall tread ply’s you can get higher load ratings and more tire durability. If a high load rating or tire resistance to punctures is high on your list LT rated is the best option.
How many psi should a LT tire have?
Maximum Load
| LT-Metric and Flotation Light Truck Tires | ||
|---|---|---|
| Load Range | Abbreviated | Max Load Pressure > 295mm / 11.5″ wide |
| Load Range D | (LRD) | 50 psi (350 kPa)*** |
| Load Range E | (LRE) | 65 psi (450 kPa)*** |
| Load Range F | (LRF) | 80 psi (550 kPa)*** |
What is the best LT tire?
The 10 Best Light Truck Tires Available in 2021 Michelin Defender LTX M/S Cooper Discoverer HTP General Grabber HTS 60 Bridgestone Dueler H/L Alenza Plus Continental CrossContact LX25 with EcoPlus+ Technology Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure with Kevlar Continental TerrainContact A/T Goodyear Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar Falken Ziex S/TZ05 Michelin Latitude X-Ice Xi2
What tire size is best?
For the really fast people, a 23mm tire (inflated to 26mm) is the best option. For everyone else, a 25mm tire (inflated to 28-29mm) is the best choice. When used with the proper tire pressure, it will have better grip and comfort… which can make a normal person faster than the narrower tire,…
What does P or Lt mean in the tire size?
Tire service type ratings
What is the actual tire size?
Actual height at 30 psi is 34.5″ measured at the center of tire with a level. Probably makes a difference if measured at edge of tread. True tire height at 28psi is 34.25″ at 17/32″ tread depth,new tread depth is 21/32″. True tire size at 28psi is 35.1″,brand new tire,zero miles.