What is H mean on a tire?

“H” represents the speed rating, which is how fast the tires can go based on their load capacity. This rating ranges from A – Z. “H” indicates a speed rating of up to 130 mph.

Should I buy H or V-rated tires?

If you feel the need to drive at or above 130 mph then you should get a “V” speed rated set of tires. If you don’t plan on driving that fast, then an “H” speed rated set is the better option.

Can I use H-rated tires instead of T?

A T-rated tire can withstand top speeds of up to 118 mph (190 km/h), while an H-rated tire can support up to 130 mph (210 km/h). It is important to note these markings and stay within those speed limits.

Which Hankook tires are made in USA?

Hankook Tire is expanding its passenger tire segment with the release of the KINERGY PT (H737), a premium touring all-season tire, the company’s first tire made exclusively in the U.S. at its new plant in Clarksville, Tenn.

What does H and V stand for on tires?

An “H” rated tire is designed to operate at a maximum speed of 130 mph. A “V” rated tire on the other hand is designed to operate at a maximum speed of 149 mph, almost twenty miles an hour more than the “H” rated tire.

How much weight can a load range H tire carry?

roughly 6,500 pounds
Most truck tires today are rated G or H. “Based on the size, most G-rated tires can hold approximately 6,000 pounds, while an H-rated in the same size can hold roughly 6,500 pounds at the same pressure per tire,” said Rob Williams, senior director of TBR sales at Hankook Tire.

Which load range is better G or H?

Truck tires typically come in two load ratings: G and H. Load range G is a 14-ply configuration, while load range H tires have 16 plies. The heavier-rated tire will usually add between 700 pounds and 1,000 pounds more load-bearing capacity per tire (see “How Much is Too Much,” next page).

Can I replace H-rated tires with V?

A V-rated car requires a tire designed to operate to a maximum of 149 mph and can thus not be fitted with an H-rated tire.