Michelin Tires-Defender LTX M/S 255/65R16 109T OWL

255/65R16

The Michelin Defender LTX M/S tire comes in 255/65R16. It has a Load Index of 109 which means the tire is rated to hold up to 2271 lbs. The tire has a Speed Rating of T so it is rated to go up to 118 mph. The UTQG rating is 800AA. UTQG is a system of ratings that measures the Treadwear, Traction, and Temperature of the tire. Visit our Information Page to learn more about the UTQG ratings. The tire comes with a sidewall that has Outline White Lettering. If you wish, you may opt to flip the tire around so that the Raised Outline White Lettering is not showing on the outside.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.