The Michelin Defender LTX M/S tire comes in LT295/70R18. It has a Load Index of 126 which means the tire is rated to hold up to 3748 lbs. The tire has a Speed Rating of R so it is rated to go up to 106 mph. The UTQG rating is 720 A A. UTQG is a system of ratings that measures the Treadwear, Traction, and Temperature of the tire. Click here to learn more about the UTQG ratings. The Michelin Defender LTX M/S is made for Light Trucks, CUVs and SUVs. It has a Load Range of E, which is also known as 10 Ply. This is maximum safe carrying capacity of the tire. A higher Load Range allows the tire to carry a heavier load. The tire comes in a Black Side Wall.

The Defender LTX M/S is formulated with Michelin's Evertread compound that ensures all season durability. This compound makes the Defender LTX M/S withstand 10% more severe conditions than the Michelin LTX M/S 2. The compound forms into a symmetric tread design featuring independent tread blocks and 3-D Active Sipes for remarkable all season traction. Multiple lateral grooves work with four circumferential channels and open shoulder slots to enhance lateral water evacuation for improved wet traction and braking performance. Furthermore, Michelin's MaxTouch Construction generates a contact patch that evenly disperses braking, cornering, speeding forces for dependable traction and extended tread wear.