Nexen Roadian CT8 HL 185R14C Tires

Nexen Roadian CT8 HL 185R14C D 102/100T is a commercial all-season tire priced from $136.00.

Nexen Roadian CT8 HL 185R14C D 102/100T Tire Specs

185R14C is a Metric Commercial tire used as an original equipment on a variety of popular minivans. It also comes in a Metric (185R14) variant

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

185 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 185R14C tire is 185 millimeters.

82 represents the aspect ratio of a tire, which is a ratio of the tire's sidewall height to its width. For 185R14C tire, the sidewall height is 82% of its tread width.

R denotes that 185R14C tire has radial construction.

14 represents the wheel diameter in inches that the tire is designed to fit. 185R14C can be mounted on rims with 14 inches in diameter.

C indicates that 185R14C is a commercial tire designed for heavier loads.

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.

102/100 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 102 can support a maximum load of 1874 pounds or 850 kilograms per tire. For a dual application, load index of 100 can support a maximum load of 1764 pounds or 800 kilograms per tire.

T indicates the speed rating. A tire with a speed rating of T is approved for speeds up to 118 miles per hour or 190 kilometers per hour under optimal conditions.

Maximum inflation for Nexen Roadian CT8 HL 185R14C tire is 65 psi.

Tire manufacturer part number (MPN) is 14502NXK.