Nokian Hakkapeliitta C3 215/75R16C Tires

Nokian Hakkapeliitta C3 215/75R16C E 116/114R is a studdable winter tire.

Nokian Hakkapeliitta C3 215/75R16C E 116/114R Tire Specs

215/75R16C is a Metric Commercial tire. It also comes in a LT-Metric (LT215/75R16), a Metric (215/75R16) and a P-Metric (P215/75R16) 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 215/75R16C tire is 215 millimeters.

75 represents the aspect ratio of a tire, which is a ratio of the tire's sidewall height to its width. For 215/75R16C tire, the sidewall height is 75% of its tread width.

R denotes that 215/75R16C tire has radial construction.

16 represents the wheel diameter in inches that the tire is designed to fit. 215/75R16C can be mounted on rims with 16 inches in diameter.

C indicates that 215/75R16C is a commercial tire designed for heavier loads.

E denotes the load range of a tire. Load Range E is equivalent to a 10-ply rating, but this doesn't mean the tire actually has 10 physical plies. These tires are generally rated for a maximum inflation pressure of 80 psi, and are commonly used on vehicles that carry heavy cargo or tow trailers, such as full-size vans, pickup trucks, and larger SUVs. They are also found on commercial trucks and RVs.

116/114 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 116 can support a maximum load of 2756 pounds or 1250 kilograms per tire. For a dual application, load index of 114 can support a maximum load of 2601 pounds or 1180 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 C3 215/75R16C tire is 80 psi.

Tire manufacturer part number (MPN) is TS32031.