Michelin Defender LTX M/S 31x10.50R15 Tires

Michelin Defender LTX M/S 31x10.50R15 C 109R is a touring all-season tire priced from $253.99.

Michelin Defender LTX M/S 31x10.50R15 C 109R Tire Specs

31x10.50R15 is a Flotation tire used as an original equipment on a variety of popular pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles.

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

31 is the overall diameter of a tire, or tire height, when it is fully inflated and not under load. For 31x10.50R15, tire diameter is 31 inches.

10.50 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 31x10.50R15 tire is 10.50 inches.

R denotes that 31x10.50R15 tire has radial construction.

15 represents the wheel diameter in inches that the tire is designed to fit. 31x10.50R15 can be mounted on rims with 15 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.

109 indicates the load index. A tire with a load index of 109 can support a maximum load of 2271 pounds or 1030 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 Michelin Defender LTX M/S 31x10.50R15 tire is 50 psi.

Tire manufacturer part number (MPN) is 70511.