Kumho Ecowing ES01 KH27 P185/55R16 Tires

Kumho Ecowing ES01 KH27 P185/55R16 SL 83V is a touring summer tire priced from $81.99.

Kumho Ecowing ES01 KH27 P185/55R16 SL 83V Tire Specs

P185/55R16 is a P-Metric tire. It also comes in a Metric (185/55R16) variant

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

P indicates that P185/55R16 is a passenger tire.

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 P185/55R16 tire is 185 millimeters.

55 represents the aspect ratio of a tire, which is a ratio of the tire's sidewall height to its width. For P185/55R16 tire, the sidewall height is 55% of its tread width.

R denotes that P185/55R16 tire has radial construction.

16 represents the wheel diameter in inches that the tire is designed to fit. P185/55R16 can be mounted on rims with 16 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.

83 indicates the load index. A tire with a load index of 83 can support a maximum load of 1074 pounds or 487 kilograms per tire.

V indicates the speed rating. A tire with a speed rating of V is approved for speeds up to 149 miles per hour or 240 kilometers per hour under optimal conditions.

Tire manufacturer part number (MPN) is 2231273.