What does 102h on a tire represent?
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102h on a tire represents: 102 indicates the load index of the tire, with 102 corresponding to a maximum single-tire load capacity of 850 kilograms; h represents the speed rating of the tire, with h corresponding to a maximum speed of 210 kilometers per hour. The method for identifying tire models is: 1. The tire width in mm is the percentage of the tire thickness to the tire width; 2. R stands for rim diameter (in inches); 3. The tire is marked with speed limit symbols, represented by letters such as P, R, S, T, H, V, Z, etc., indicating the maximum speed at which the tire can carry the specified load under specified conditions. Tires are circular elastic rubber products assembled on various vehicles or machinery for ground rolling.
The 102H marking on the tires is something I always pay special attention to when changing tires. The first three digits, 102, represent the load index, which translates to each tire being able to bear 850 kilograms—equivalent to four or five strong men! The H stands for the speed rating, supporting a maximum speed of 210 km/h. I remember a friend once bought cheaper tires with a lower rating, and the sidewall bulged while driving on the highway, scaring him into never cutting corners again. The series of numbers on the tire sidewall is like an ID card, containing details like tire width, aspect ratio, and rim size. When buying tires, it's better to opt for higher specifications rather than settling for less.
