What does 95H mean on a tire?
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Tire 95H indicates the load index, which corresponds to a load capacity of 690kg. When replacing tires, the specifications must comply with the vehicle manufacturer's requirements and recommendations. This means the load index of the replacement tire must be equal to or greater than that of the original tire, and the speed rating of the replacement tire must be equal to or higher than that of the original tire. More details are as follows: 1. Taking 215/60R16-95H as an example; 2. 215 refers to the tire width of 215mm; 3. 60 refers to the aspect ratio of the tire; 4. R indicates that the tire is a radial tire; 5. 16 refers to the rim diameter of 16 inches; 6. 95 represents the load index, meaning this tire can carry a maximum load of 690kg. Therefore, the total maximum load for four tires would be 690×4=2760kg; 7. H indicates a speed rating of 210km/h.
As a car enthusiast who loves tinkering with vehicles, I find the 95H marking on tires quite crucial. The 95 refers to the load index, indicating the maximum weight the tire can bear, approximately around 690 kilograms. The H stands for the speed rating, meaning the tire's maximum safe speed is up to 210 kilometers per hour. Choosing the wrong specifications can lead to tire blowouts if the vehicle is overloaded or driven too fast, especially dangerous on highways. Once when helping a friend change tires, I noticed his tires were marked 91T, and after loading five people for a long trip, the tires wore out prematurely. I recommend everyone check their vehicle's manual when buying new tires to match the original specifications and not cut corners to save money or effort. Regularly checking tire pressure is also important, as incorrect pressure can affect load capacity. This knowledge is quite practical for everyday driving.