Nitto Ridge Grappler 38x12.50R17 Tires

Nitto Ridge Grappler 38x12.50R17 C 118Q is an all-terrain tire priced from $582.00.

Nitto Ridge Grappler 38x12.50R17 C 118Q Tire Specs

38x12.50R17 is a Flotation tire.

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

38 is the overall diameter of a tire, or tire height, when it is fully inflated and not under load. For 38x12.50R17, tire diameter is 38 inches.

12.50 indicates the 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 38x12.50R17 tire is 12.50 inches.

R denotes that 38x12.50R17 tire has radial construction.

17 represents the wheel diameter in inches that the tire is designed to fit. 38x12.50R17 can be mounted on rims with 17 inches in diameter.

C denotes the load range of a tire. Load Range C is equivalent to a 6-ply rating, but the actual number of plies in the tire may vary. These tires are generally rated for a maximum inflation pressure of 50 psi, and are commonly found on light-duty trailers, smaller RVs, and some light trucks. They are designed to provide a good balance between load-carrying capacity and ride comfort.

118 indicates the load index. A tire with a load index of 118 can support a maximum load of 2910 pounds or 1320 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 Nitto Ridge Grappler 38x12.50R17 tire is 35 psi.

Tire manufacturer part number (MPN) is 217980.