Cooper Discoverer HT3 235/65R16C Tires

Cooper Discoverer HT3 235/65R16C E 121/119R is a commercial all-season tire priced from $208.99.

Cooper Discoverer HT3 235/65R16C E 121/119R Tire Specs

235/65R16C is a Metric Commercial tire used as an original equipment on a variety of popular vans. It also comes in a LT-Metric (LT235/65R16), a Metric (235/65R16) and a P-Metric (P235/65R16) variant

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

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 235/65R16C tire is 235 millimeters.

65 represents the aspect ratio of a tire, which is a ratio of the tire's sidewall height to its width. For 235/65R16C tire, the sidewall height is 65% of its tread width.

R denotes that 235/65R16C tire has radial construction.

16 represents the wheel diameter in inches that the tire is designed to fit. 235/65R16C can be mounted on rims with 16 inches in diameter.

C indicates that 235/65R16C is a commercial tire designed for heavier loads.

E denotes the load range of a tire. Load Range E is equivalent to a 10-ply rating, but this doesn't mean the tire actually has 10 physical plies. These tires are generally rated for a maximum inflation pressure of 80 psi, and are commonly used on vehicles that carry heavy cargo or tow trailers, such as full-size vans, pickup trucks, and larger SUVs. They are also found on commercial trucks and RVs.

121/119 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 121 can support a maximum load of 3197 pounds or 1450 kilograms per tire. For a dual application, load index of 119 can support a maximum load of 2998 pounds or 1360 kilograms per tire.

R indicates the speed rating. A tire with a speed rating of R is approved for speeds up to 106 miles per hour or 171 kilometers per hour under optimal conditions.

Maximum inflation for Cooper Discoverer HT3 235/65R16C tire is 85 psi.

Tire manufacturer part number (MPN) is 170207003.