What is the meaning of tire codes?
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Automobile tires feature numbers and letters that indicate their specifications. Taking the tire parameter 175/70R-14-77H as an example: 1. 175 represents the tire width of 175MM. 2. 70 denotes the aspect ratio of the tire cross-section at 70%, meaning the section height is 70% of the width. 3. The rim diameter is 14 inches. 4. The load index is 77. 5. The speed rating is H, with H-grade tires having a maximum permissible speed of 210km/h. Here is some additional information: Tire performance: 1. Safety performance mandated by regulations: high-speed, endurance, bead unseating resistance, strength, and outer dimensions. 2. Performance when tires are assembled on vehicles for testing: comfort, handling stability, NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness), fuel economy, impact resistance, dry and wet braking performance, wear resistance, etc.