Nexen Winguard Winspike SUV LT235/75R15 Tires

Nexen Winguard Winspike SUV LT235/75R15 D 110/107Q is a studdable winter tire priced from $186.96.

Nexen Winguard Winspike SUV LT235/75R15 D 110/107Q Tire Specs

LT235/75R15 is a LT-Metric tire used as an original equipment on a variety of popular pickup trucks. It also comes in a Metric (235/75R15), a P-Metric (P235/75R15) and a Special Trailer (ST235/75R15) variant

Let us decode each aspect of the tire size code to have a full understanding what this tire size means.

LT indicates that LT235/75R15 is a light truck tire.

235 is a section width of the tire from one sidewall to the other. Tire tread width is typically a bit narrower than the section width. Section width of LT235/75R15 tire is 235 millimeters.

75 represents the aspect ratio of a tire, which is a ratio of the tire's sidewall height to its width. For LT235/75R15 tire, the sidewall height is 75% of its tread width.

R denotes that LT235/75R15 tire has radial construction.

15 represents the wheel diameter in inches that the tire is designed to fit. LT235/75R15 can be mounted on rims with 15 inches in diameter.

D denotes the load range of a tire. Load Range D is equivalent to an 8-ply rating in the old system, but the actual number of plies in the tire may be different. These tires are generally rated for a maximum inflation pressure of 65 psi, and are commonly found on light trucks, SUVs, and trailers, where higher load carrying capacity is needed. They are particularly important for vehicles that are used for towing or carrying heavy loads.

110/107 indicates a dual load index, meaning a tire can be used in a single or a dual application. For a single application, load index of 110 can support a maximum load of 2337 pounds or 1060 kilograms per tire. For a dual application, load index of 107 can support a maximum load of 2149 pounds or 975 kilograms per tire.

Q indicates the speed rating. A tire with a speed rating of Q is approved for speeds up to 99 miles per hour or 159 kilometers per hour under optimal conditions.

Maximum inflation for Nexen Winguard Winspike SUV LT235/75R15 tire is 65 psi.

Tire manufacturer part number (MPN) is 12805NXK.