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What is tyre speed rating?
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Speed rating represents the maximum speed that this tyre can sustain at full load. Consult your vehicle manufacturer to check which speed rating your vehicle requires.
You will find your speed rating on the side of your tyre at the end of a series of numbers (the speed rating in this example is W):
205/55 R16 91W
| Speed rating table | ||
|---|---|---|
| Speed Rating | Miles/Hour | Kilometres/Hour |
| N | 87 | 140 |
| P | 93 | 150 |
| Q | 99 | 160 |
| R | 106 | 170 |
| S | 112 | 180 |
| T | 118 | 190 |
| U | 124 | 200 |
| H | 130 | 210 |
| V | 149 | 240 |
| Z | 150+ | 240+ |
| W | 168 | 270 |
| Y | 186 | 300 |