Nokian WR C3 195/65R16C Tires

Nokian WR C3 195/65R16C D 104/102T is an all-weather tire.

Nokian WR C3 195/65R16C D 104/102T Tire Specs

195/65R16C is a Metric Commercial tire. It also comes in a LT-Metric (LT195/65R16), a Metric (195/65R16) and a P-Metric (P195/65R16) variant

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

195 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 195/65R16C tire is 195 millimeters.

65 represents the aspect ratio of a tire, which is a ratio of the tire's sidewall height to its width. For 195/65R16C tire, the sidewall height is 65% of its tread width.

R denotes that 195/65R16C tire has radial construction.

16 represents the wheel diameter in inches that the tire is designed to fit. 195/65R16C can be mounted on rims with 16 inches in diameter.

C indicates that 195/65R16C is a commercial tire designed for heavier loads.

D denotes the load range of a tire. Load Range D is equivalent to an 8-ply rating in the old system, but the actual number of plies in the tire may be different. These tires are generally rated for a maximum inflation pressure of 65 psi, and are commonly found on light trucks, SUVs, and trailers, where higher load carrying capacity is needed. They are particularly important for vehicles that are used for towing or carrying heavy loads.

104/102 indicates a dual load index, meaning a tire can be used in a single or a dual application. For a single application, load index of 104 can support a maximum load of 1984 pounds or 900 kilograms per tire. For a dual application, load index of 102 can support a maximum load of 1874 pounds or 850 kilograms per tire.

T indicates the speed rating. A tire with a speed rating of T is approved for speeds up to 118 miles per hour or 190 kilometers per hour under optimal conditions.

Maximum inflation for Nokian WR C3 195/65R16C tire is 70 psi.

Tire manufacturer part number (MPN) is T429138.