Pirelli Scorpion Winter 315/45R21 Tires

Pirelli Scorpion Winter 315/45R21 SL 116V is a high performance winter tire priced from $585.89.

Pirelli Scorpion Winter 315/45R21 SL 116V Tire Specs

315/45R21 is a Metric tire.

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

315 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 315/45R21 tire is 315 millimeters.

45 represents the aspect ratio of a tire, which is a ratio of the tire's sidewall height to its width. For 315/45R21 tire, the sidewall height is 45% of its tread width.

R denotes that 315/45R21 tire has radial construction.

21 represents the wheel diameter in inches that the tire is designed to fit. 315/45R21 can be mounted on rims with 21 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.

116 indicates the load index. A tire with a load index of 116 can support a maximum load of 2756 pounds or 1250 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.

Maximum inflation for Pirelli Scorpion Winter 315/45R21 tire is 51 psi.

Tire manufacturer part number (MPN) is 4107600.