Questions and answers

How many ply is Michelin LTX S2?

How many ply is Michelin LTX S2?

10 Ply
Michelin LTX M/S2, 245/75R17, 121/118R, E (10 Ply), (DT)

What does LTX mean on tires?

1 LT tire. The Defender LTX is a light truck product that comes from melding the long-lasting traits of Michelin’s successful three-year-old Defender passenger line with its most popular light truck tire, the LTX M/S2.

Will 10 ply tires last longer?

most 10 ply tires have a harder rubber compound and will last longer than a 6 ply tire.

What’s better load range D or E?

For a given brand and size tire, the load range E has a higher maximum load capacity than the load range D. The E tire is built and rated for 80 psig, while the D tire is (as I recall) built and rated for 65 psig maximum inflation pressure.

Are Michelin tires made in China?

Present in China since 1988, Michelin currently employs more than 6,000 people in the country, with four industrial sites producing passenger car tires and/or truck tires (three in Shanghai and one in Shenyang).

How long do Michelin tires last on average?

Many automakers, including Ford, Nissan and Mercedes-Benz, tell owners to replace tires six years after their production date, regardless of tread life. Tire manufacturers such as Continental and Michelin say a tire can last up to 10 years provided you get annual tire inspections after the fifth year.

How much does a Michelin LTX m / s2 tire cost?

LTX M/S2 tires start at roughly $155 for smaller 15-inch fitments and top out around $250 for a 20-inch size. How maNy Ply is the Michelin LTX M/S2?

Which is the best Michelin tire for a truck?

Not to be confused with the Defender LTX M/S, the Michelin LTX M/S2 builds upon the LTX MS and improves upon an already great tire. The LTX M/S2 is a great all-season tire for light trucks, SUVs and crossovers.

Are there any drawbacks to Michelin all season tires?

Competitively priced and competent in all-weather conditions, even snow and ice, its only real drawback is that it’s only average when it comes to wet stopping, but that’s typical of all-season tires. Having said that, as far as all-season tires go, taking into account it’s tread-life and that warranty, it’s hard to find anything better.

What kind of warranty do Michelin tires have?

Tires with an R speed rating come with a 50,000 mile warranty. Plus, all Michelin tires come backed by a Standard Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty, covering defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the tread or from six years from purchase (whichever comes first).