Nexen Roadian MTX LT305/70R18 Tires

Nexen Roadian MTX LT305/70R18 F 128/125Q is a mud-terrain tire priced from $382.00.

Nexen Roadian MTX LT305/70R18 F 128/125Q Tire Specs

LT305/70R18 is a LT-Metric tire used as an original equipment on a variety of popular pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles. It also comes in a Metric (305/70R18) variant

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

LT indicates that LT305/70R18 is a light truck tire.

305 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 LT305/70R18 tire is 305 millimeters.

70 represents the aspect ratio of a tire, which is a ratio of the tire's sidewall height to its width. For LT305/70R18 tire, the sidewall height is 70% of its tread width.

R denotes that LT305/70R18 tire has radial construction.

18 represents the wheel diameter in inches that the tire is designed to fit. LT305/70R18 can be mounted on rims with 18 inches in diameter.

F denotes the load range of a tire. Load Range F is equivalent to a ply rating of 12. However, modern tires don't necessarily have 12 physical plies. These tires are generally rated for a maximum inflation pressure of 95 psi, and are commonly used in commercial and industrial settings, where vehicles frequently carry heavy loads or operate under strenuous conditions. They are found on larger trucks, trailers, and some RVs.

128/125 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 128 can support a maximum load of 3968 pounds or 1800 kilograms per tire. For a dual application, load index of 125 can support a maximum load of 3638 pounds or 1650 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 Roadian MTX LT305/70R18 tire is 80 psi.

Tire manufacturer part number (MPN) is 16400NXK.