Michelin XZX 165R15 Tires

Michelin XZX 165R15 SL 86S is a touring summer tire.

Michelin XZX 165R15 SL 86S Tire Specs

165R15 is a Metric tire.

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

165 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 165R15 tire is 165 millimeters.

82 represents the aspect ratio of a tire, which is a ratio of the tire's sidewall height to its width. For 165R15 tire, the sidewall height is 82% of its tread width.

R denotes that 165R15 tire has radial construction.

15 represents the wheel diameter in inches that the tire is designed to fit. 165R15 can be mounted on rims with 15 inches in diameter.

SL denotes the load range of a tire. Standard Load or SL tires are typically found on passenger cars, smaller SUVs, and light trucks. These tires are designed to operate at standard inflation pressures and are not meant for carrying heavy loads.

86 indicates the load index. A tire with a load index of 86 can support a maximum load of 1168 pounds or 530 kilograms per tire.

S indicates the speed rating. A tire with a speed rating of S is approved for speeds up to 112 miles per hour or 180 kilometers per hour under optimal conditions.

Maximum inflation for Michelin XZX 165R15 tire is 51 psi.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQG) rating for Michelin XZX 165R15 tire is 240 A B.

Tire manufacturer part number (MPN) is 21056.