Nokian Hakkapeliitta CR4 215/70R15C Tires

Nokian Hakkapeliitta CR4 215/70R15C D 109/107R is a snow and ice winter tire.

Nokian Hakkapeliitta CR4 215/70R15C D 109/107R Tire Specs

215/70R15C is a Metric Commercial tire. It also comes in a Metric (215/70R15) and a P-Metric (P215/70R15) variant

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

215 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 215/70R15C tire is 215 millimeters.

70 represents the aspect ratio of a tire, which is a ratio of the tire's sidewall height to its width. For 215/70R15C tire, the sidewall height is 70% of its tread width.

R denotes that 215/70R15C tire has radial construction.

15 represents the wheel diameter in inches that the tire is designed to fit. 215/70R15C can be mounted on rims with 15 inches in diameter.

C indicates that 215/70R15C 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.

109/107 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 109 can support a maximum load of 2271 pounds or 1030 kilograms per tire. For a dual application, load index of 107 can support a maximum load of 2149 pounds or 975 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 Nokian Hakkapeliitta CR4 215/70R15C tire is 65 psi.

Tire manufacturer part number (MPN) is T432372.